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Insect Shield Lightweight Hiking Socks With Permethrin Bug Repellant - Protective Clothing for Men & Women

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 442 ratings

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Size Chart
US Crew Socks
Brand SizeShoe SizeSock SizeHeel to toe (in)
Medium5 - 8 Men, 5.5 - 9 Women9 - 118.5 - 10
Large8.5 - 12.5 Men, 9.5 - 12 Women10 - 1310 - 11.5
Large+ 1 Count (Pack of 1)8.5 - 12.5 Men, 9.5 - 12 Women10 - 1310 - 11.5
Large+ Medium5 - 12.5 Men, 5.5 - 12 Women9 - 138.5 - 11.5
X-Large12.5 - 15 Men, 12 Women13 - 1511.5 - 12

Product details

  • Fabric type
    Polyester Blend
  • Care instructions
    Machine Wash
  • Origin
    Made in the USA
  • Pattern
    Solid

About this item

  • THE ULTIMATE BUG BARRIER: Insect Shield Lightweight Hiking Socks feature built-in Permethrin to repel mosquitoes, ticks, ants, flies, fleas, chiggers, and midges, providing powerful EPA-registered protection for all your outdoor adventures
  • LONG-LASTING ECO-FRIENDLY PROTECTION: These soft and sustainable polyester blend socks feature Insect Shield technology that lasts up to 70 washes, delivering a lifetime of effective repellency
  • ALL-DAY COMFORT: Featuring a built-in comfort cushion, flat seams, and a slip-resistant fit, these moisture-wicking socks protect against blisters and abrasions, keeping feet dry and warm during hikes, traveling, camping, weeding, golfing, and more
  • SAFE INVISIBLE SHIELD: Unlike topical repellents, the invisible and odorless insect repellent in our socks stays on the fabric, not your skin, offering powerful protection for the whole family without the risk of absorption, inhalation, or overuse
  • TRUE FIT AND DURABILITY: Insect Shield gear is rigorously tested for effectiveness, providing breathable, flexible, hypoallergenic, and true-to-size fit for daily comfort and protection

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Socks with Built-in Insect Protection

Insect Shield Lightweight Hiker Socks for Men & Women

Comfortable Insect Protection

Insect Shield bug repellent socks are a comfortable, convenient way to help stay protected from insects like ticks and mosquitoes.

Features

  • Repels mosquitoes, ticks, ants, flies, chiggers and midges
  • 70% viscose from bamboo, 25% polyester, 3% rubber, 2% spandex
  • Padded foot bed and back ankle area.
  • Crew length sock
  • Made with sustainable, ultra-soft viscose fibers from bamboo that reduce the risk of blister causing friction.
  • Normal home laundering is recommended. Do not dry clean.

Who recommends permethrin-treated apparel?

  • The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
  • The World Health Organization (WHO)
  • National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety
  • The American Academy of Family Physicians
  • The Public Health Agency of Canada

Insect Shield permethrin treated socks help prevent bug bites (EPA Reg. No. 74843-2)

Repels Insects

Repels Insects

Insect Shield apparel is registered (Reg. No. 74843-2) to repel mosquitoes, ticks, ants, flies, chiggers, and midges (no-see-ums), including those that may carry dangerous diseases such as Lyme disease, West Nile, and malaria.

Invisible Odorless

Invisible, Odorless, & Long-Lasting

Unlike other topical repellents like bug sprays, Insect Shield's insect repellent treatment has no smell, leaves no sticky residue, does not absorb into your skin, and requires no reapplication. (2005 BOIS Bio-Monitoring Study, Info Scientific Inc., Manassass, VA)

Tested, Proven, & EPA-Registered

Tested, Proven, & EPA-Registered

The durable permethrin protection provided by Insect Shield is the result of years of research and testing and has been EPA-registered since 2003 (Reg. No. 74843-2)

More About Insect Shield

Research and Field Study

Based on years of research and field study

Numerous studies and independent laboratory tests, such as the World Health Organization's Tube Test in 2016, have confirmed the effectiveness of Insect Shield's permethrin-treated clothing and gear as an insect repellent.

Brand Partners

World class brands rely on our technology

Insect Shield Technology is utilized by 75+ lifestyle brands, workwear distributors and International relief organizations across the globe to provide effective protection against insects and the diseases they can carry.

Military

Originally developed to protect the US Armed Forces

Since 2002 Insect Shield has treated all US Army treats combat uniforms issued to soldiers with our long lasting, odorless bug repellent.

Global Health

Partners with global health organizations

Millions of people are affected by insect-borne diseases every year. Insect Shield is proud to work with international relief organizations to help protect those most at risk with our insect repellent clothing and gear.

Product details

  • Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.78 x 4.06 x 1.26 inches; 2.4 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ LA-1011
  • Department ‏ : ‎ unisex-adult
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ October 28, 2020
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Insect Shield
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08M5MP3D1
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 442 ratings

Product Description

Insect Shield, LLC, was founded to complete the development, manufacture and distribution of Insect Shield Insect Repellent Apparel.

Customer reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
442 global ratings

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Customers find the socks comfortable and soft, with a padded feel. They appreciate the bug repellent feature that prevents bugs from biting their ankles and legs. The socks are considered good quality and look nice. Many customers find them functional for hiking, tick resistance, and weight. However, opinions differ on how well the socks fit.

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27 customers mention "Comfort"27 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the socks' comfort. They find them soft, padded, and great for tick control.

"These socks are just the right thickness. They fit well, are comfortable and do the trick! No ticks crawled on me when I wore them. They look nice oo." Read more

"They are comfortable and come up over cargo pants or jeans and stay up. The bugs don't like them...." Read more

"...sink and rewearing them because they were so much more comfortable than all my other socks, very padded and soft. Never found any ticks on them...." Read more

"Very comfortable, don’t slip down, and zero insect bites during my first 30 miles of trail hiking :) definitely buying more" Read more

26 customers mention "Bug repellent"19 positive7 negative

Customers appreciate the socks' bug repellent properties. They say the socks keep their feet protected from bugs biting their ankles and legs, and prevent bugs from crawling into their shoes. The socks keep feet warm and dry, and provide comfortable protection from ticks.

"...are the perfect weight- kept my feet warm and dry and I had no bites on my ankles!" Read more

"...them out, to see if they really work, but permethrin is a tried and true insect repellent, so I'm not too worried about that...." Read more

"...The bugs don't like them...." Read more

"Great protection against bugs biting my ankles and legs, and no bugs crawl into my shoes either...." Read more

14 customers mention "Quality"14 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the socks' quality. They find the socks repellant and say the socks look nice.

"They were a nice quality!" Read more

"...No ticks crawled on me when I wore them. They look nice oo." Read more

"...The socks seem to be good quality, but they run big...." Read more

"Haven't used the socks yet, they seem very nice...." Read more

11 customers mention "Functionality"9 positive2 negative

Customers like the socks for tick control. They find them comfortable and effective.

"...They fit well, are comfortable and do the trick! No ticks crawled on me when I wore them. They look nice oo." Read more

"...These socks work amazingly well...." Read more

"They work! No bites!" Read more

"Works great for tick control. Very soft and comfortable" Read more

9 customers mention "Hiking ability"9 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the socks' hiking ability. They say the socks are great for hiking, safaris, and boots. The socks are comfortable even in tropical temperatures and don't get bit on feet or ankles.

"...I've gotten the medium weight ones too, and they are fine when you're wearing boots." Read more

"Super great for hiking! Great buy." Read more

"Great for hiking, no ticks yet!" Read more

"...these in Amazon and while other parts of body got bit....absolutely none on feet or ankles or lower legs. They fell great also...." Read more

8 customers mention "Tick resistance"8 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the socks' tick resistance. They say the socks keep ticks away and are durable.

"...They fit well, are comfortable and do the trick! No ticks crawled on me when I wore them. They look nice oo." Read more

"...Never found any ticks on them. Five stars." Read more

"...This visit I took all precautions. I got no ticks. Not sure it was the socks as i used deep woods towelettes, high top boots and long jeans too...." Read more

"These socks and the insect shield product do the job of keeping the ticks of me. I've been bitten 3x's...." Read more

7 customers mention "Weight"7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the socks' lightweight and comfortable design. They find the thickness not a deal-breaker, though thicker socks may provide better repellency.

"...They are the perfect weight- kept my feet warm and dry and I had no bites on my ankles!" Read more

"...Also, although they are described as lightweight, I would describe them as more of a medium weight...." Read more

"These are a nice weight and have a good fit. They are a good crew sock height. My walks have been bug bite free!" Read more

"...so now I don't go into the woods without these, the lightweight pants and the lightweight jacket any more!..." Read more

12 customers mention "Fit"8 positive4 negative

Customers have different views on the socks' fit. Some find them snug but not tight, and soft. Others say there is no size listed and the socks are small. Overall, opinions vary on the quality of the socks.

"These socks are just the right thickness. They fit well, are comfortable and do the trick! No ticks crawled on me when I wore them. They look nice oo." Read more

"...The socks seem to be good quality, but they run big...." Read more

"...sizes anywhere, so I took a chance on Large and that is a perfect fit for my shoe size (see headline). Hope this helps someone!" Read more

"I like that they stay put,didn't roll down. Snug, but not tight. Felt soft and comfortable. I had no problem with the product. I will buy again." Read more

Item runs big
4 out of 5 stars
Item runs big
I ordered these socks to wear with my gardening shoes to try to keep the chiggers off, because spraying bug spray on your feet, shoes, and legs doesn't do a lot of good when it just gets rinsed right back off while you're watering plants. Also, I'm allergic to wool, and a lot of similar products from other companies contain wool.The socks seem to be good quality, but they run big. I wear a women's size 6.5 shoe, and, according to the size chart, the medium adult size was supposed to fit me. As you can see in the photo I included, the heel in the sock doesn't match up with my real heel. Not even close. Unfortunately, the company doesn't seem to offer an adult small. I could probably wear a size medium in the youth size, but that size seems to be out of stock in that style. I can still use these, because, let's face it, who cares how they look when I'm out working in the yard getting dirty? However, if I liked them, I was going to order a couple more pairs, and I won't do that now, since they don't really fit. I guess I'll have to wait until they get around to restocking the size medium in the youth style. Oh, well.Also, although they are described as lightweight, I would describe them as more of a medium weight. I was hoping for something a bit lighter weight, since it gets really hot in Texas in the summer, but that's OK. The thickness is not a deal-breaker, and the thicker ones might be better at repelling bugs. I haven't had a chance to try them out, to see if they really work, but permethrin is a tried and true insect repellent, so I'm not too worried about that.The takeaway here is that if you have a small feet like me, you're not going to be able to get a product that actually fits until they restock the youth sizes. If you have an average or large foot, you probably will be able to find a size that fits you. These are reasonably-priced for the quality, and pricing is very good in comparison with similar products from other companies.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2024
    Size: MediumColor: KhakiVerified Purchase
    They were a nice quality!
  • Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2024
    Size: LargeColor: CharcoalVerified Purchase
    These socks are just the right thickness. They fit well, are comfortable and do the trick! No ticks crawled on me when I wore them. They look nice oo.
  • Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2024
    Size: MediumColor: CharcoalVerified Purchase
    They are comfortable and come up over cargo pants or jeans and stay up. The bugs don't like them. I use them only when I have to go into deep woods and swampy areas, because they say to wash them separately from your other clothes, and they DON'T say what they're using. I have to make myself remove them when I go inside, because they're so comfortable. They say they last through hundreds of washing - my socks never last that long! I've gotten the medium weight ones too, and they are fine when you're wearing boots.
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2024
    Size: LargeColor: KhakiVerified Purchase
    Bought several pairs of these for a safari trip to Africa. They are the perfect weight- kept my feet warm and dry and I had no bites on my ankles!
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2023
    Size: MediumColor: CharcoalVerified Purchase
    I ordered these socks to wear with my gardening shoes to try to keep the chiggers off, because spraying bug spray on your feet, shoes, and legs doesn't do a lot of good when it just gets rinsed right back off while you're watering plants. Also, I'm allergic to wool, and a lot of similar products from other companies contain wool.

    The socks seem to be good quality, but they run big. I wear a women's size 6.5 shoe, and, according to the size chart, the medium adult size was supposed to fit me. As you can see in the photo I included, the heel in the sock doesn't match up with my real heel. Not even close. Unfortunately, the company doesn't seem to offer an adult small. I could probably wear a size medium in the youth size, but that size seems to be out of stock in that style. I can still use these, because, let's face it, who cares how they look when I'm out working in the yard getting dirty? However, if I liked them, I was going to order a couple more pairs, and I won't do that now, since they don't really fit. I guess I'll have to wait until they get around to restocking the size medium in the youth style. Oh, well.

    Also, although they are described as lightweight, I would describe them as more of a medium weight. I was hoping for something a bit lighter weight, since it gets really hot in Texas in the summer, but that's OK. The thickness is not a deal-breaker, and the thicker ones might be better at repelling bugs. I haven't had a chance to try them out, to see if they really work, but permethrin is a tried and true insect repellent, so I'm not too worried about that.

    The takeaway here is that if you have a small feet like me, you're not going to be able to get a product that actually fits until they restock the youth sizes. If you have an average or large foot, you probably will be able to find a size that fits you. These are reasonably-priced for the quality, and pricing is very good in comparison with similar products from other companies.
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    Item runs big

    Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2023
    I ordered these socks to wear with my gardening shoes to try to keep the chiggers off, because spraying bug spray on your feet, shoes, and legs doesn't do a lot of good when it just gets rinsed right back off while you're watering plants. Also, I'm allergic to wool, and a lot of similar products from other companies contain wool.

    The socks seem to be good quality, but they run big. I wear a women's size 6.5 shoe, and, according to the size chart, the medium adult size was supposed to fit me. As you can see in the photo I included, the heel in the sock doesn't match up with my real heel. Not even close. Unfortunately, the company doesn't seem to offer an adult small. I could probably wear a size medium in the youth size, but that size seems to be out of stock in that style. I can still use these, because, let's face it, who cares how they look when I'm out working in the yard getting dirty? However, if I liked them, I was going to order a couple more pairs, and I won't do that now, since they don't really fit. I guess I'll have to wait until they get around to restocking the size medium in the youth style. Oh, well.

    Also, although they are described as lightweight, I would describe them as more of a medium weight. I was hoping for something a bit lighter weight, since it gets really hot in Texas in the summer, but that's OK. The thickness is not a deal-breaker, and the thicker ones might be better at repelling bugs. I haven't had a chance to try them out, to see if they really work, but permethrin is a tried and true insect repellent, so I'm not too worried about that.

    The takeaway here is that if you have a small feet like me, you're not going to be able to get a product that actually fits until they restock the youth sizes. If you have an average or large foot, you probably will be able to find a size that fits you. These are reasonably-priced for the quality, and pricing is very good in comparison with similar products from other companies.
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    16 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2024
    Size: MediumColor: KhakiVerified Purchase
    Took 2 pairs of these on a 10 day hiking trip to the Canadian Rockies. Ended up washing them in the sink and rewearing them because they were so much more comfortable than all my other socks, very padded and soft. Never found any ticks on them. Five stars.
  • Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2024
    Size: MediumColor: CharcoalVerified Purchase
    Great protection against bugs biting my ankles and legs, and no bugs crawl into my shoes either. The socks do come up to just below my knees and they do not slip down or get bunched up in my shoes. I do put them over my pant legs at my ankle to prevent bugs from crawling up my pant legs, no more ant or spider bites.
    One person found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2024
    Size: MediumColor: KhakiVerified Purchase
    Very comfortable, don’t slip down, and zero insect bites during my first 30 miles of trail hiking :) definitely buying more