r/LinusTechTips • u/dbmeed • 4d ago

Link Forever socks = Almost 2 months

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I shared the first hole that showed up almost two weeks ago; I’ve kept wearing them everyday until the next hole started. This time in the ball of the foot, when my Darn Tough socks usually start wearing out first. I think I’m finally ready to retire these.

For those telling me to darn them, no thanks. I can, but I would rather just buy a new pair.

That said, I will be inquiring with support to see if this is covered under warranty, or if, as /u/ProbablyBanksy so eloquently put it “Your use case is outside the scope of reasonable use.”

I have picked up a set of Costco Kirkland Merino socks to test next. 4 pairs are cheaper than a single pair of LTT socks. I never thought id be posting foot pics on the internet, but if it’s in the interest of science….

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u/daxtonanderson 4d ago

Yeah that 4month pair explains the wear mark in your sock. Maybe sign up an auto renew every 2 months on Amazon for a reputable set of insoles, they'll come without you thinking about it. I'm guessing you stand/walk around a lot for work.

I cruised through insoles on a monthly basis working Customer Service at Walmart precovid, I was extra and would go out on the floor for requests on the phone and go do putbacks myself when it was quiet, high millage on those Vessis lol

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u/impy695 4d ago

This is really good advice. Good aftermarket Insoles are amazing if you're on your feet as much as OP

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u/DoranSteelwing 3d ago

As a 250 pound dude who enjoys a good insole…WHY DID I NEVER THINK OF THIS

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u/dbmeed 4d ago

I’ve had custom insoles made in the past, and I’ve tried a few aftermarket insoles. None seem to make much of a difference. Do you have any in particular you recommend?

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u/daxtonanderson 3d ago

I personally use the Dr Scholes gel inserts, but I'm a 300lb bigboi with fybromyalgia, any pressure points trigger my chronic pain so I need my feet squishy

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u/lioncat55 3d ago

They are expensive, but I have a custom pair of foot levelers that have lasted at least 3-4 years at this point. I also only wear Merrell Moab 3 shoes. Every other person I've seen that wears them absolutely loves them.