11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
Too tight around ankle / lower calf, August 17, 2008
This review is from: Hanes Classics Men's Big & Tall 6-Pack Cushion Crew Socks (Apparel)
I bought these because they looked almost identical to the Hanes crew socks that I bought at a local store (grey heel, grey toe with thin red stripe), but I ended up disappointed and ultimately returning them.
The quality is good! No problem there.
The problem (for me) is that they're extremely tight around the ankle / lower calf area, which is very uncomfortable and restricts bloodflow.
One might assume that maybe I'm overweight or have big ankles or something, but no that is not the case. In fact my legs are a little on the skinny side.
I don't know why they're different than the ones I bought at the local store, but they are. The only visible difference is once you have them up close, the ankle/calf area on these are more "ribbed" than the ones I bought at the store, which are much smoother / less ribbed around the ankle/calf. Other than that, they look identical and are the same brand.
I even tried ordering the larger size (12-14) thinking that maybe would make the difference. Nope. The only difference is that now my socks are too long. My ankles/calves still feel like they're being squeezed way too tight. Even after several washings / wearings, they have not loosened up.
Good product quality, but beware - if you have circulation problems or large ankles/calves, these might be uncomfortable for you and difficult to put on (I had to really pull and struggle to get them on all the way).
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
all right by me !!!, March 2, 2008
This review is from: Hanes Classics Men's Big & Tall 6-Pack Cushion Crew Socks (Apparel)
These Cushion Crew Socks by Hanes are very well made and they keep your feet warm. I started to wear these when it's cold at night and I want to sleep with socks on my feet. These crew socks can be worn for athletic activities but they're probably more suited for everyday routine wear.
These crew length socks have a reinforced heel and toe; this makes them last longer and they still feel very comfortable on my feet. The socks only come in white; and that is a disappointment. However, these are relatively affordable yet good quality socks especially if you need white socks!
I would not dry these socks at high temperatures. High temperature drying would probably result in the socks becoming too loose on your feet. Eventually the fabric could loosen so much that the socks will "bunch up" almost as low as your ankles when you wear them--and that's very uncomfortable. Dry these socks at a lower temperature. Then they will remain just as comfortable as ever. I know mine do!
Overall, you can't go wrong buying these socks. They keep your feet extra warm during colder weather. They are manufactured so well that you definitely get more than your money's worth. Not bad at all!
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
What's not to like?, December 11, 2007
Right size, right fit, very comfortable. This is my favorite sock. Buy in bulk though...although comfortable they do wear-out relatively quickly -- especially if you keep them on 24/7 like I do.
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