Reddit reviews Smartwool Mountaineering Crew Socks - Men’s Extra Heavy Cushioned Wool Performance Sock (TAUPE, L)
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WARM INSULATION: Experience durability at its peak with the Smartwool Men’s Mountaineering Extra Heavy Crew Socks. These socks are built for performance in the highest degree, making them ready for any adventure on your list.COMFORTABLE FIT: The Men’s Mountaineering Extra Heavy Crew Socks feature a flat knit toe seam for additional comfort and a 2 degree fit system with arch and ankle supports for a secure fit.VERSATILE WEAR: These socks are the perfect pair for moderate hiking or aggressive walking, regardless of the adventure you choose, these socks will provide you with comfortable, all-day wear.EXTRA HEAVY CUSHION: The extra heavy cushioning on the Men’s Mountaineering Extra Heavy Crew Socks allows you to wear these performance socks on various trails and road terrains without discomfort. Whether you are mountaineering, biking, running, skiing, or hiking, these socks will provide you with padded comfort and impact absorption during any season.CARE INSTRUCTIONS: Comprised of 74% Merino Wool, 25% Nylon, 1% Elastane, the Men’s Mountaineering Extra Heavy Crew Socks should be machine washed inside out in warm water and tumble dried on low. These socks should not be bleached, ironed, or dry cleaned.
I agree with most of this information, but for all of the people from warm climates that will see this, the winters are absolutely manageable, and the way this person wrote the winter segment almost seems like a joke. Suggesting a windbreaker over a thick winter jacket? Perhaps just bad wording, but bad advice. Over-the-ear headphones as protective winter gear? You've got to be kidding.
But yes, if you don't dress for the weather, it's gonna suck. Coming from someone who grew up in upper midwest winters and comfortably biked through the winter for all four years at the U, here's what I think you should get to be comfortable:
It's not hard to thrift for many of these items to get them cheap. Hit the thrift store before October to get your best selection-- heck, go this weekend!
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Also, after being directly connected with more students than I can count from classes and extracurriculars, I didn't know anyone who preferred using the Gopher Way. I wouldn't count on using it unless you want to add 10-30 minutes through isolated tunnels to your commute. It's far easier to reliably bundle up and walk straight to wherever you're going, as long as you can navigate the often-plowed snow (wheelchairs, crutches, and other mobility obstacles might be an exception).