This winter I set off on a mission to find socks that would keep my icicle-cold feet warm in the winter. Naturally my feet sweat a lot, so in the winter they get super cold. These socks are the cure! They are cushiony, thick, super soft inside, and incredibly warm. The socks are so soft you would never guess they are mostly wool. Best of all, my feet don't get sweaty or cold in them at all! I don't use them for hiking, but I'm sure they'd make terrific hiking socks because they are so cushioned. Overall I highly recommend these socks, and I'm buying more.