Description
The Bedsocks
For men, women and children. Have a lightweight loose knit and a high percentage of mohair. Resilient and will keep their shape after many days of wear. Odour resistant (smooth mohair fibres have nowhere for smelly foot bacteria to lurk). Can be machine washed at 40⁰c (see washing instructions). Are available in 3 colours.
Fibre Content: 80% Mohair, 20% JAS Nylon
Why add nylon? Mohair itself has relatively little elasticity and so we add nylon to give extra stretch. The nylon does not detract from the beneficial effects of the mohair.
Caring for your socks
“In 25 years the mohair fibre and ingredients of your Corrymoor Socks haven’t changed…..but detergents and washing machines have.”
So what is the best way to care for your Corrymoors?
- Do not use detergents containing enzymes—check the detergent packaging
- Wool wash at 40°c
- Use a gentle spin (most wool washes will incorporate this into the cycle anyway)
- Do not tumble dry
- Wash dark colours separately at first
A Bit of Science and tips on washing
Mohair is a fibre made up of the protein keratin (like your own hair, silk, wool and other animal fibres). The scales of the mohair fibre are flattened and overlay each other giving a smooth surface (unlike wool). This gives mohair its smooth handle and high lustre and your Corrymoor Socks their unique hard-wearing, anti-bacterial (no smell), wicking and non-felting properties.
Mohair has a much greater resistance to shrinking and felting than other natural fibres, but it too finds it hard to resist the action of the protease enzymes found in many of the “low temperature” detergents. Sadly, the enzymes cannot tell the difference between dirt and the protein fibres of the mohair which can ultimately weaken and breakdown resulting in slight shrinkage and felting of your beloved Corrymoors.
For your Information (although we do not recommend you try this out at home)
Corrymoors are dyed in water which reaches boiling point, this is then followed by rinsing AND spinning AND tumble drying!
Why not choose to have your socks without the cardboard sleeve? For many years, repeat customers have chosen to receive their socks with reduced packaging.
Please note: We do not recommend this option if you are a NEW CUSTOMER or if the socks are a GIFT as it contains the washing instructions, style and fibre content etc.
Here at Corrymoor we are always looking to reduce our carbon footprint. Where possible we try to use sustainable products that can be recycled/composted in your household waste.
Heather C –
I bought 2 pairs of these socks in January 2016. I’ve worn them every night since then (apart from during hot summer nights). After 3 years, they’re still intact, with no holes but they’re now getting quite thin. I’ve therefore decided to replace them as they’ve been the most comfortable, yet long-lasting, bedsocks I’ve ever bought.
2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
Cori U –
Best bedsocks I have ever used! They keep my feet warm without making me overheat. Really soft, comfy and stay on all night too. They don’t dig in to my legs at the top either. LOVE them!
2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
Frode L –
I pack a pair of these together with my sleeping bag when camping outdoor in winter and very cold weather (mountain hiking in summer). Keeps my feet warm at night. They only weight 75 grams, so weight is not an issue, even on longer hikes.
2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
James D –
Corrymoor socks are perfect for cold winter nights and we do get them in this part of Australia. I love them so much I wear them during the day as well and have just ordered another two pairs. Well worth the cost.
2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
James Davidson –
Two pairs of Corrymoor bed socks arrived in country New South Wales yesterday. They are uniquely warm, light and comfortable and helped me to have a great night’s sleep. Delighted with their purchase.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Louisa –
I suffer terribly from cold feet, or at least I did until I found Corrymoor. I have bed socks, long socks, thick socks and short socks and would never, ever buy any other now. Thank you for relieving the pain of freezing cold feet..
1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Maggie E –
Warm, cosy, and they don’t slide off while you’re sleeping!
1 out of 1 people found this review useful.