The Darn Tough Style 1048 Women’s Run 1/4 Ultra-Lightweight with Cushion is a women’s quarter-height merino wool running sock knit with light cushion placed under the foot. Quarter height sits just above the ankle bone — taller than no-show, shorter than crew — for runners who want visibility above the shoe collar without pulling heat up the calf. True Seamless toe construction removes the toe-box seam.
The Black colorway the universal pick — disappears under any boot or pant. The ultra-lightweight merino blend runs cooler than traditional merino — faster drying, less retained heat — which matters on hot pavement miles. Cushion is placed exactly where the foot loads; the rest of the sock stays thin to avoid pressure inside the shoe.
Darn Tough is family-owned and knits every pair at their mill in Northfield, Vermont. Lifetime guarantee covers running pairs just like boot pairs.
