My gear/pack layout from base layers to binos

ResearchinStuff said:
every third ad for me on facebook is for hollo socks, which are alpaca wool. anybody tried those yet?
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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.
 
jonpall said:
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.
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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.
 
WCT3 said:
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.
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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.
 
Ajsomp said:
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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Just got some altera. They feel good but I don't have enough time with them to give an informed opinion.
 
fwafwow said:
They are relentless!
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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
 
NSI said:
The quarter zip will be mine.
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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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NSI said:
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
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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
 
NSI said:
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
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Im on the fence after using yak and camel for several years now.

I have several pairs of darn tough and farm to feet(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
 
NSI said:
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
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Not a giant leap forward if you are a lazy hunter like me. I do like them though.
 
fwafwow said:
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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Two Atlanic Ranger sweaters ... that's raising the bar.

But what's up with the cardigan? I'm already and old man ... what's the appeal?
 
NSI said:
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
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Worth it is relative and individual based. I can’t stand Darn Toughs though for sure they are good socks. I get them for free and have for years, and I just can’t do it. They make my feet wet like no other and feel like poo to me.
 
ResearchinStuff said:
every third ad for me on facebook is for hollo socks, which are alpaca wool. anybody tried those yet?
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Wife got me a couple pairs of Hollis. They shrink badly if you run them through the drier. Can’t stand tight socks, so I never got a chance to evaluate long-term wear. I am mostly back to wearing old school Thorlos because they aren’t tight and don’t shrink. They wear forever. My wife still has some that predate our 28 year relationship, but my feet are way more scary than hers.
 
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