Our Family Story
Our Unexpected Journey ... yes, that's a nod to Tolkien. (Do you think Hobbits would wear toe-socks?)
When my wife and I started Colorado Sock Co., it was because we were tired of toe socks that couldn’t keep up with normal life. The kind that wear thin in a month, tear at the heel, or fall apart in the wash. We believed that a better product was possible and set out to make it ourselves.
Our journey began as a small family looking for gear that matched how we live: intentional, mobile, and grounded in nature. We’re not mountaineers or influencers — just a family that hikes with our kids, explores the world, and cares deeply about the quality of what we bring along for the ride.
Toe socks and barefoot shoes have been a game-changer for our own health and movement. So we set out to make something better. Durable. Purpose-built. Comfortable. The kind of sock you’re still reaching for a year from now.
Getting there wasn’t easy. We had to learn how to work with manufacturers, understand textiles, and navigate the long, messy process of product design. We poured much of our savings into this venture, holding onto the belief that there were still people out there who value quality and longevity over ease and convenience. It took two years to bring our first product to market—and we’re still improving every day.
We design every pair with our original goal in mind: if we wouldn’t pack it for a trip or pull it on before a hike, we don’t make it.
We’re not trying to be the biggest brand on the market. We’re trying to be the one you trust. The one you recommend without hesitation. The one you reach for again and again, because it just works.
Here's to the journey ahead!
The Colorado Sock Co. team