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Size Guide
Small | Men: 5 - 7 | Ladies: 5 - 8
Medium | Men: 7 - 8 | Ladies: 8 - 9.5
Large | Men: 8 - 9.5 | Ladies: 9.5 - 11
X-Large | Men: 9.5 - 11.5 | Ladies: 11 +
XX-Large | Men: 11.5 +
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The Merino Wool Edition - Black

$17.99
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⚡ Performance Specs

  • 🚀 Merino Thermal Microclimate: Spun premium Merino fibers naturally insulate in freezing alpine cold and cool during summer heat, regulating foot temperature.
  • 🧠 Dynamic Cushion Buffer: Thick, supportive knit loops cushion the calf, ankle, and shin against rigid boot pressure and heavy static loads.
  • ⚡ Stride-Shock Dampening: Dense double-layered underfoot padding cushions high-impact steps on rough, uneven wilderness terrain.
  • 🌬️ Organic Moisture Buffer: Merino fibers absorb up to 30% of their weight in moisture before feeling wet, maintaining dry, blister-free feet.
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🩹 Plantar Fascia Relief Specs

  • 🩹 Bio-Thermal Joint Relief: Natural warmth from premium Merino wool helps stiff ankles, tired arches, and tight calf muscles feel looser and more comfortable.
  • 🧬 High-Tension Arch Lift: Structural compression band supports the arch and plantar fascia to ease morning heel discomfort and muscle strain.
  • 🛡️ Achilles Protection Matrix: Cushioned shin-to-heel weave cradles the Achilles tendon, preventing boot friction and reducing post-hike swelling.
  • 🧬 Odor-Neutralizing Reset: Natural Merino fiber resists odor, keeping socks fresher during multi-day backcountry trips.
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🧍 Support Specs

  • 🧍 Heavy Duty Postural Grounding: Extra-thick underfoot knit absorbs static body weight, cushioning heels, arches, and joints against hard ground impact inside work boots.
  • 🛡️ 3D Arch Support Lock: High-density elastic core holds the sock perfectly in place, stopping bunching and heel slippage during long shifts.
  • 🦶 Anti-Chafe Shin Cushion: Extended crew-height cushioning guards against boot laces pressure and hard tongue rubbing, preventing raw friction spots.
  • 🌬️ Non-Binding Comfort Welt: Soft, secure top band keeps the crew sock firmly in place without cutting off calf blood flow or binding.
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Material: 80% Merino Wool/15% Lycra/5% Nylon

Product Description

All-Weather Merino Compression for Plantar Fascia Relief, Trekking Performance & Heavy Boot Support.

Every other ZaTech style is built from technical synthetic knit. This one isn’t — and that’s the point. The Merino Wool Edition takes our standard plantar fascia support architecture — the same footbed compression that lifts the arch and eases heel discomfort across the range — and reknits it around natural Merino fiber, the one material that genuinely regulates its own temperature instead of just wicking sweat away from the skin. Warm when the trail drops below freezing, breathable when the boot heats up on a long walk, and cozy to just walk around on a cold winter day.

It’s built crew-height and heavier by design, meant to hold up to hours of wear whenever the temperature drops — whether that’s a hiking boot on a trail or a pair of everyday shoes on a walk to the coffee shop. Foot and plantar fascia discomfort don’t check the forecast before flaring, and the compression underneath works the same either way — helping ease it if it’s already there, or helping guard against the strain that leads to it if it isn’t. It’s the edition for any cold day, outdoors or in, where a thinner synthetic sock would be too little.

Sizing Guide

Our compression is targeted. For the most accurate fit, refer to the shoe-size equivalents below.

SIZE SHOE SIZE RANGE
Small Men: 5 - 7 | Ladies: 5 - 8
Medium Men: 7 - 8 | Ladies: 8 - 9.5
Large Men: 8 - 9.5 | Ladies: 9.5 - 11
X-Large Men: 9.5 - 11.5 | Ladies: 11 +
XX-Large Men: 11.5 +

*If you are between sizes, we recommend sizing up for everyday comfort or down for a tighter fit.

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Fit, size & care

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Size Men Ladies
Small 5 – 7 5 – 8
Medium 7 – 8 8 – 9.5
Large 8 – 9.5 9.5 – 11
X-Large 9.5 – 11.5 11 +
XX-Large 11.5 + —

US shoe sizes. Between sizes: size up for comfort, down for a tighter fit.

How it should fit

  • Snug by design. Compression socks should fit relatively snug so the targeted zones sit where they’re meant to.
  • Wide feet? Go one size up; XX-Large suits large, wide feet.
  • Putting them on. Roll the sock down, stretch it sideways, slide your toes in and roll it up. Expect a slight pull over the heel.

Care

  • Machine wash, gentle cycle, warm water, neutral soap.
  • No bleach.
  • Low heat is fine, but we recommend hanging them to dry to protect the fine wool fibers.
  • With daily wear, replace about every 5-6 months.

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Maria
Spitze

Ich liebe diese Socken.

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Bernd
Gute Unterstützung für die Füße!

Nach dem ersten Kauf habe ich zwei weitere erworben: für meine Frau und mich! Man merkt die gute Unterstützung! Empfehlenswert!

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Inga
Tolle Socke(n)

Hervorragende Eigenschaften. Lindern Beschwerden über Nacht

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Sb
Best sock 10/10

Hands down the best socks I've ever worn, wish all my socks were this sock. Compression is the best in the biz, they look awesome with a tan colour. Nicest material. Moisture wicking. odour resistant. There's also black ones which are great as well.

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Marguerite
Well designed but easily shrink - get bigger size

I like the feel and thickness of the fabric! Also the design is very good! I esp appreciate that there is compression around and under the ankle as well as above it because my veins below my ankle are worse. The compression on the foot is designed well except a bit too tight. And after I washed them in cool water they shrunk so now I need a bigger size! :(

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Tonja
Besonders optimale Kompressions-Strümpfe

Einmalige, einzigartig hervorragende Kompressions-Strümpfe aus 80% Merino Wolle, was normalerweise leider nicht Material von Kompressions-Strümpfen ist.

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Ken
Socks

Just what I needed for my planter fasciitis.

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ClaRoo
Hilfreich

Sehr gut zu tragen und hilfreich bei Fußschmerzen

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donald
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Parfait

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Amazon
Sehr angenehm im tragen und lässt sich gut anziehen

Die Elastizität

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Rose
This pr. is not worth the cost, as soon the one sock will have a hole at the toe.

Too costly, plus material isnt what I thought it would be. Wore once, shows by the toe its soon wore , there will be a hole~!!! Rose...

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GS
Satisfied

Perfect fit

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Amazon
Great for people with plantar Fasciitis

These socks are amazing. My feet hurt most of the time...even when lying down. I put them on...and I can even walk comfortably without needing slippers for support. I was hesitant about the price...however just to be pain free for z short time is well worth it to me. Have just ordered my 2nd pair. Great gift!

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serge
bas pour fasciite plantaire

felicitation je suis tres fier de mes bas , fini de depenser de l'argent pour des massages de pieds et d'aller en physio

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Tcsmith38
Paingry Free Hubby!!

The hubby had Achilles tendon surgery in 2017. It was hanging by only 1 string of the tendon. He also has Hammer Toes and now Plantar Fasciitis. He hates tight socks but loves the comfort and being pain free. No more limping around. I've bought him a few different brands and this is the best one for him. He wore these all day yesterday and came home with no pain and no limping. He ia a sz 11 and doesn't have a very wide foot. The 1st pair I bought him will be returned due to not reading the sizing chart and realizing that a sz L is too small for him. I purchased 2 more in XL (this one and the lower calf sock same brand) and they fit great.Read all the way down to the bottom of Amazon's now pop up and advert filled description page to get proper sizing. You'll save yourself time in returns.

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plb2hearts
Happy Feet!

These are nice socks with just the right amount of compression for me. I LOVE the fact that these come in size small because small/medium is usually too big for my little feet which are a size 6. These socks fit like a glove. I will be ordering more.

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Amelia
Good choice!

These are amazing !!! Fit well and comfortable for walking the long distances in airports. Helped alot on my 10 hr flight.

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Roree
Comfort

Good value for the money

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Amazon
nice socks

good socks, great costumer service!

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Lp
Comfortable, nice fit, great merino compression socks!!

Bought for my husband because of foot injury, ordered size xxl - (size of shoes 12 ) after wearing them to work the 1st day could not beleive the difference...He loves them...expensive but worth it! Will purchase again.

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SunRiver
Good fit, good support and good quality.

Bought these socks for my husband and he loves them so bought another pair for him. They do make his feet feel good and have the support in all the right places on his feet. Good fit and good quality.

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Bernard
Awesome socks

I was looking for compression socks and saw ZaTech’s regular model - reviews were pretty good so I was pleasantly surprised when I saw they had a Merino Wool style as well. So far they have performed great. They keep my feet comfortably warm and dry; even when it is warmer outside my feet don’t sweat which makes them really versatile. The higher cut allows for wearing with different shoes - from regular sneakers for a jog on a chilly day to taller boots when out hiking. The compression is great too - hits the right spots and allows for all day comfortable wear. Thank you Zatech! Highly recommended.

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Kelsey
Great fitting compression socks

These are well made compression socks. Love that they mark them as right and left so compression is fitted to correct foot. Just the right height to fit between calf and ankle. Not too low as to choke the ankle and not too high to choke upper or mid calf. Very comfy. Will be buying more of these!

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Nikolay
Warm, Comfortable, Great Compression!

I was looking for warmer compression socks that would give me a little higher fit with compression that would keep my feet in good shape. ZaTech’s Merino wool fit the bill perfectly - great compression on the milder side, merino wool that keeps the temperature steady. The quality seems really good - I feel they got a little better after I washed them a couple of times. Materials feel good quality. Will be using them often and most likely will be back for more. Would recommend.

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Spiderman
Great support and keep your feet warm.

I have plantar fascia and these give me great support and because they're Merino wool they keep my feet warm. What a relief!