Yak cashmere & baby alpaca socks
Warmth
without
the itch.
Two of the world's softest natural fibers, made into everyday socks. No wool-scratch, no synthetic bulk.
The pairs everyone reaches for first
Every pair shown true to color and texture. Hover a card to see it worn.
Softer than merino. Warmer than cotton.
Yak down rivals the finest cashmere at 14–17 microns, and baby alpaca comes only from a first shearing. If a pair ever falls short, it's covered by our 100-day product warranty.
Shop by fiber
Yak cashmere for the coldest days, baby alpaca for the trail, and packs that bring the price per pair down.
Why yak?
"Isn't yak wool scratchy?" is the question we hear most before someone tries a pair. It isn't. Here's why, measured in microns, not marketing.
- Temperature regulatingCold days · hot days
- Moisture wicking66% better than sheep wool
- Warmer per weight44% vs merino
- Hypoallergenic, not itchy14–17 µm fibre
- Naturally odor resistantWear them for days
From trailhead to front porch
Same socks, different mornings. Real customers, real miles, no studio backdrop.
HikeShop hiking socks
Reinforced heel and toe, blister-free fit, all-season weight.
EverydayShop everyday socks
Thin yak-and-bamboo pairs for shoes, boots and the couch.
4.83 out of 5 on the crew sock
Verified buyer reviews collected through Judge.me.
I am wearing them on my walk of the Via Francigena in Italy. They are great! Comfortable and easy to rinse out in the sink.
Great socks for hot weather! Soft and comfortable. I will certainly buy more.
Great sock. Love them for hunting.
Fiber facts, not fluff
The questions we get most, answered straight.
The Warmest Socks: Yak vs Alpaca vs Merino vs Cotton
Which sock fiber is actually warmest, why the thickest sock is usually the coldest choice, and how to pick ...
Best Alpaca Socks: How to Choose a Pair That Lasts
Most "best alpaca socks" lists rank brands. This one gives you the five things that actually separate a goo...
Is Yak Wool Itchy? Here's What It Actually Feels Like
Yak wool sounds like it should be rough. It isn't — but only the right part of the fleece. Here's what yak ...
Softness you can measure
14–17 micron yak down and first-shearing baby alpaca. Comparable to cashmere, better insulation.
Bought straight from herders
Mongolian yak down and Peruvian baby alpaca, hand-gathered once a year. No industrialized farms.
100-day product warranty
If a pair fails you within 100 days, we make it right. Unworn pairs can go back within 30 days.
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