Explore - Quarter Length - Anti Blister System

Explore - Quarter Length - Anti Blister System

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Description
The Explore is part of our new ECO product line engineered with recycled yarns! Made using Recycled Polyester yarn, this exciting product is amazingly comfortable AND sustainable. It’s a breathable... Read More
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Color Black
Height Quarter
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  • 100% Blister-Free Guarantee
  • Made in Burlington, NC
  • Recycled Polyester Inner
  • 1-Year Returns

Why WrightSock

Engineered for the long run.

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Double Layer

Two layers of fabric move independently, absorbing the friction your foot would otherwise feel.

02

Mesh Ventilation

Strategic mesh panels across the instep let heat escape — your feet stay cooler when the pace picks up.

03

Stabilizer Zone™

Targeted arch compression locks the sock in place — no slipping, bunching, or mid-run adjustments.

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Recycled Inner

The skin-side layer is spun from post-consumer plastic. Performance with a smaller footprint.

The Details

Everything you'd want to know.

Description

The Explore is part of our new ECO product line engineered with recycled yarns! Made using Recycled Polyester yarn, this exciting product is amazingly comfortable AND sustainable. It’s a breathable lightweight+ Double Layer sock, designed for a performance fit. Ideal for travel, walking, hiking, trail running, and casual use.  

Over 2 plastic bottles used in each pair!

OUR ANTI-BLISTER SOCK FEATURES

  • Over 2 plastic bottles used in each pair of socks
  • Recycled Polyester inner and outer layers
  • Stabilizer Zone™ in arch locks sock in place
  • High needle count for added durability
  • Certified, Sustainable, and Blister-Free socks - No Blisters, Guaranteed!

BLISTER-FREE SOCK FIBER CONTENT

Inner Layer: 70% Recycled Polyester, 26% Nylon, 4% Spandex
Outer Layer: 68% Recycled Polyester, 24% Nylon, 8% Spandex

Double Layer Seamless Toe

Wrightsock's Double Layer styles offer a seamless toe like most performance socks do these days; however, as you can see on the below images, Wrightsock's seamless toe looks a bit different. This is due to the required attachments that connect the inner and outer layers together for our Double Layer system.

Even though it looks a bit odd, our seamless toe acts and feels the same on your foot as any other seamless toe design.

ANTI-BLISTER RUNNING SOCK SIZING GUIDE

Finding the right fit is essential for blister prevention, so view our sizing chart below. Do you have questions? Contact us for any additional information or head to our FAQ page to find the answers to common customer questions. As an American, family-owned business, we thank you for choosing Wrightsock anti-blister socks.

Sizing Chart
Sizing ChartSizing Chart

When in doubt, size up.

Care Instructions
  • Wash inside-out in warm water before first wear
  • No bleach, no fabric softener (it kills the wicking)
  • Tumble dry no-heat or hang to dry
  • Built to hold shape through hundreds of washes
Shipping & Returns

Free shipping is offered on all orders over $50 within the United States.

For more details on shipping please view our shipping policy

First Class Delivery Time Estimates

US East Coast Delivery: 3-4 business days

US Mid West Delivery: 4-5 business days

US West Coast Delivery: 5-6 business days

Customer Reviews

What our customers say

  • 5 stars: 94 (86%)
  • 4 stars: 4 (4%)
  • 3 stars: 4 (4%)
  • 2 stars: 3 (3%)
  • 1 star: 4 (4%)
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Anonymous
Comfortable and Keeps Blisters Away

I have worn Wright Socks for three decades, starting when I was an avid runner. They still are my favorites for playing sports, general wear, and warmth.

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Anne S.
Double layer socks

The only socks I have worn since 1990, never had blisters after a marathon. I’m 70 now and walk 10 miles a day, love love these socks!!

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Bill c.

Explore - Quarter Length - Anti Blister System

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Barbara S.

Explore - Quarter Length - Anti Blister System

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Jeffery E.
anti blister system

used to tape my heels to save my feet on hikes, found this product after a frustrating summers impact on my heels. after 3 years I've tossed my first sock for fraying and never had to tape my heels since.

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Brian C.
My first blister.

For the first time with all the Wrightsocks I have used successfully, I have a blister with this pair of socks.

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John M.
The Wright Stuff!

These are the only socks i wear for thru hiking! After 5 Camino’s and over 1,300 miles of walking blister free, these socks are the Wright stuff..

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Jan K.
Bunchy Sock

Comfortable but a bit bunchy inside my shoes. I washed and they bunched more. Am hoping they shrink a little and conform better to my foot after being laundered. Generally I like the sock.

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Sheri S.

Been wearing them for years purchasing at REI. Love the choices on the website.

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Bruce

Love the feel anf the quality of the sock. Always buy Wrightsock!

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Norma T.
Explore Quarter Length Anti Blisters

I tried so many running socks and none worked for me until these. If you’re looking for soft and anti blisters these socks are for you. I highly recommend them. Also, customer service is the one who recommended so I only purchased one and gave them a try. There my favorite socks and purchased an additional three socks and planned to purchased more in a few months.

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Turi

De beste sokkene for ikke å få gnagsår.
Verden har endret seg for meg, jeg kan gå lange turer uten vondt i føttene.

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Mark S.
Wright socks are great but hard to find in Minnesota/Wisconsin

I’ve run more than 500 marathons and ultramarathons in all 50 states, D.C., in all the Canadian provinces, on all seven continents and the six world major marathons. My socks of choice have always been Wright because of the double layer. But Wright socks are getting harder to find. My long-time running store, Austin-Jarrow in Duluth, MN no longer carries Wright. The store owner says they are no longer popular. I’ve worn out over 100 pair of Wright socks during decades of long-distance running. The last couple of times I’ve ordered them on line I didn’t get what I ordered. Wright customer service said they delivered what I ordered. But I didn’t order mediums. I have them to my adult daughter. Can I say for certain that the mistake was Wrights, or that I didn’t make the mistake. No, I can’t say either. But I’m not going to order anymore on line. If I can’t find Wrights in any store, I’ll have to start wearing something else. I have a membership with Scheels Sporting Goods store, but none of their popular regional stores carry Wright socks.

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Bruce M.
Great socks!

Thanks!!

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Sally R.
Very comfortable for cycling

Love my new socks.

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Jenny F.
Perfect socks

So expensive though, however they are the only socks I dont get blisters with.

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Jim W.
Required for my hikes

I’ve walked two 500-mile European journeys in these socks, as well as all of my other hikes since 2020. I would hesitate to hike with anything else.

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KIT W.
Great Camino Socks

I wore some Wrightsocks on the Camino in France- the Podiensis. they were great! I would highly recommend the anti blister system of these socks.

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Jerome H.
Great socks

Always comfortable and durable!

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Amy
My favorite socks

I discovered Wrightsocks for hiking, but they are so comfortable that they are almost the only socks I wear anymore. I wear them for hiking, to the gym and with everyday clothes. My favorite!

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Suzanne B.
Great socks

Love these socks Al year long all the time

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Ruth G.
My husband loves his new socks

Good quality and keep feet dry and odor free

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Robbin A.
AWESOME

my first Wrightsocks I bought in 2018 and wore them everyday for 7 years, I am now replacing them. I won't buy any other socks!!

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Marsha K.

I’ve been using your socks for the past 20 years. They work well for me.

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Susie I.

Explore Quarter Anti Blister System

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John C.

Great service, comfortable product

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Chase J.

Really enjoying them so far!

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Thomas C.
Great socks!

20 years and running - accept no substitute!

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Barbara B.
Comfort & Stylish Socks

Love these socks because they're not tight on my ankle & they are stylish!

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Joan L.
Too bulky

I returned two pair of Blister Free 1/4 Wrightsocks that I felt wore out way before they should have. I was told they would send me two pair for replacement. I paid $19. Per pair. I received two pair white explorer socks one my size medium on pair size large, which I have so use for. The Explorers don’t work for me. I think you threw the recipe away for the original blister free socks because I have about five pair that I’ve had for easily five years and they are still holding up. Needless to say, I will be on the search for another type of sock since I can’t afford to buy socks at $19 per pair and only last three months. I’m very disappointed.

Hi Joan,

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on our Explore style socks. We apologize for any inconvenience you experienced with the socks you received. We understand your frustration and we would like to make things right for you. Our goal is to provide high-quality products that meet our customers' needs and we regret that the socks did not meet your expectations.

We take all of our customers' feedback into consideration in order to improve our products and services, and your experience will be included in that. Please contact our customer service team, at 800-654-7191 or [email protected], and we will be happy to assist you in finding a suitable size and style.

Once again, we apologize for any inconvenience and we hope to have the opportunity to regain your trust in our brand.

Best,
Wrightsock Customer Service

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LINDA K.
Makes my boots wearable

Double layer makes my beautiful red boots comfortable.

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Joshua S.
Best socks ever!

These are the longest lasting and most comfortable socks I have ever owned!

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