I tested 15 pairs of wool socks to see which had the best cushioning and durability to deem them a worthwhile upgrade over ...

Thickness: McClary says that one of the most important factors to consider when buying wool socks is the sock’s thickness in relation to the activity you’re doing and the shoe you’re wearing.

More recently, the brand introduced the Wool Dasher Mizzle ($135), a performance shoe made with Allbirds' characteristic wool upper, but with a treatment that lets you wear it comfortably in the rain.