My gear/pack layout from base layers to binos

every third ad for me on facebook is for hollo socks, which are alpaca wool. anybody tried those yet?
I have some that I've worn over the last few months. They looked kind of rough from the start but haven't had any functional issues as far as holes or anything go and I've otherwise liked them. I have a hard time telling a massive performance difference between them, my merino socks of various brands, and other alpaca socks that I have. People that are in the field more than I am might be able to give better feedback.
 
I have some that I've worn over the last few months. They looked kind of rough from the start but haven't had any functional issues as far as holes or anything go and I've otherwise liked them. I have a hard time telling a massive performance difference between them, my merino socks of various brands, and other alpaca socks that I have. People that are in the field more than I am might be able to give better feedback.
I also have some and pretty much agree with all of this, especially looking rough when brand new (lots of fuzzies on the outside). I do think they wick sweat a little better than merino but that could all be in my head.
 
I also have some and pretty much agree with all of this, especially looking rough when brand new (lots of fuzzies on the outside). I do think they wick sweat a little better than merino but that could all be in my head.
I have worn hollow everyday for the past year and a half. They are finally starting to wear holes in the bottom of the heel. I wear them at work, the gym, out and about. Overall they have been great for a consumable item.

My feat are less sweaty than my previous darn tough socks. I layer with liner socks when out and about on multi day hikes/hunts. But they don’t last as long and I can’t send them back for a warranty. I may try Altera next - which do have a lifetime warranty and are made in the USA alpaca.
 
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I have worn hollow everyday for the past year and a half. They are finally starting to wear holes in the bottom of the heel. I wear them at work, the gym, out and about. Overall they have been great for a consumable item.

My feat are less sweaty than my previous darn tough socks. I layer with liner socks when out and about on multi day hikes/hunts. But they don’t last as long and I can’t send them back for a warranty. I may try Altera next - which do have a lifetime warranty and are made in the USA alpaca.
Just got some altera. They feel good but I don't have enough time with them to give an informed opinion.
 
They are relentless!
The quarter zip will be mine.

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Can someone quantify the PITA/reward on yak/camel/alpaca vs the darn toughs I have worn for over a decade? Want to understand if this is really worth the added headache and expense since there doesn’t seem to be an easy button consensus yet.

-J
 
The quarter zip will be mine.
Couldn't remember the quarter zip, so against my better judgment... I went to look at it. Ah yes, I remember something about this one. I remember thinking how it would be nice to have because of the neck of the regular Ranger, while fine, might be better with a zip. But thankfully I can't get it because it only comes in two colors. And I have both of those colors in other Ranger options.

Whatever you do, don't look at the Ranger Cardigan.
 
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The quarter zip will be mine.

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Can someone quantify the PITA/reward on yak/camel/alpaca vs the darn toughs I have worn for over a decade? Want to understand if this is really worth the added headache and expense since there doesn’t seem to be an easy button consensus yet.

-J
I just ordered two pairs last week from Etsy. Got notice to pay the $20 (roughly) to DHL. Ultimately I knew I would pay something but it makes the price of each pair about $40. Is it worth it? We’ll find out after this season. Still too warm for me to justify throwing them on but they sure feel comfortable
 
The quarter zip will be mine.

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Can someone quantify the PITA/reward on yak/camel/alpaca vs the darn toughs I have worn for over a decade? Want to understand if this is really worth the added headache and expense since there doesn’t seem to be an easy button consensus yet.

-J
Im on the fence after using yak and camel for several years now.

I have several pairs of darn tough and farm to fee(my favorite store brand sock) to compare with and they each have their pros and cons. With the current additional costs to get them here im going to say no.

With that said my feet are most likely different than yours in regard to getting cold or sweating alot
 
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