I’ve had some killer new socks in play for a few rounds now, the KENTWOOL TOUR golf socks. I was skeptical at first, because I thought that wool rather than cotton would be too hot for the 98 degree temps we’re having here right now. I’m now a believer.
KENTWOOL Golf Socks – Click image to enlarge
About KENTWOOL
KENTWOOL has been making fine quality yarn since 1843. One set of products they produce is high tech garments for use by the United States Military. Back in 2010 they launched a line of premium golf socks which are 61% wool, 27% polyester, 10% nylon and 2% spandex.
KENTWOOL is one of only 50 companies in the world to receive an Usterized Quality Certification. What does that mean? Read the following below from the KENTWOOL site:
- The mill has been audited by Uster Technologies.
- The mill is able to produce products of consistent, defined quality.
- The mill has an installed quality management system with a continuous improvement process.
- The mill is able to obtain reproducible quality data continuously, reliably and accurately, which is comparable with the USTER® STATISTICS, the only globally-accepted quality benchmark.
So what does that all mean for the golfer?
I don’t know anything about yarn, wool, manufacturing, and have no idea what the word Usterized even means. What I DO know is that these are the most comfortable and soft socks I’ve ever worn, golf or non golf. The feeling of putting them on is so smooth and soft. The sock’s elasticity conforms tightly to the foot, but doesn’t feel too tight.
The performance level of this golf sock is fantastic. I have walked many miles in my KENTWOOLS and logged many golf shots. Walking is a joy in the socks, and they seem to really provide a good cushion and prevent the aching feet and knees.
My feet can get quite sweaty in the temps of the summer, like today’s round when it topped 96 degrees. At the end of my round I was amazed at how dry the socks were. They breathe incredibly well.
Styles
KENTWOOL offers men’s and women’s socks. There are three profiles in the men’s line: tour profile (ankle), tour standard (long) and low profile (below ankle). Men’s socks are available in medium, large and extra-large.
The women’s line includes the following profiles: low (does not show on shoe line), low skinny (for women with narrow heels), tour (ankle). The women’s socks come in size small, medium and large.
Colors
KENTWOOL has recently added four new colors to the standard black (above) and the natural, off white color. New colors include pink, lime green, light blue and purple.
Pricing
The tour and low profile styles of the socks retail for $19.95, while the long men’s retails for $24.95.
Conclusion
KENTWOOL socks are used by some big name golfers like Bubba Watson and Matt Kuchar, who could wear any brand they want. I now know why. They’re uber-comfortable, high performance, good looking and breathe seemingly better than any cotton sock I’ve tried. I need more KENTWOOL socks for my every day use! Would love to dump out the entire drawer of cotton socks and replace them with KENTWOOLS!
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