Why did I wait so long... Creepers are Game Changers!
I don't know why I waited so long to try toe-socks, but I'm VERY glad I decided on Creepers vs other brands on the market. I hike a lot, and even though I wear shoes with a wide toe box, I still get "hot spots" and blisters on my toes during long hikes. Since I received my first 5 pairs of Creepers two weeks ago, I literally have not worn any other socks. These things are amazingly comfortable and each of my tootsies feel like they are being gently hugged. I love the feeling, but the real benefit is they keep all my toes separated so there is no skin-on-skin rubbing. This means, no more hot spots while hiking! I honestly don't think I will ever wear any other socks. The Merino wool blend is awesome because it is soft, wicks away sweat, dries quickly, and it takes quite a long time before it starts to smell. Of course, my Creepers had to pass the sniff test... I wore the first pair for 4 days straight, which included at least two long hikes and working all day on my feet. On day 5, they had a very slight smell, but it really wasn't bad. They certainly didn't "stink". I could have continued wearing them but figured it might be time for the wash. LOL! Lastly, I'll say that Shaun has been awesome responding to emails and answering all my questions. Keep up the great work Shaun -- I'll definitely be buying more Creepers in the future!