The Alpha Direct Sleep Socks:

These ultralight socks are engineered for maximum warmth while you sleep. Made from Polartec® Alpha Direct, they are lighter than standard socks yet deliver exceptional warmth and breathability. Designed for comfort, they fit loosely around your feet and ankles, keeping you cozy without feeling restrictive.

The Mystery Scraps Socks

Help us reduce waste by shopping one of our Mystery Scraps. These socks are made out of a mix of our Alpha Direct remnants which creates a unique and colourful product.

Sleep Socks: Because Rest Deserves Its Own Gear

You’ve been there—miles of dirt, sweat and effort behind you. You finally crawl into your sleeping quilt, body exhausted, feet aching, only to pull on the same damp, crusty socks you hiked in all day. Not exactly the comfort you were dreaming of.

That’s why we crafted the Sleep Socks — designed only for sleeping. At just ~22g per pair, they’re half the weight of a Snickers bar and pack down smaller than a fist, disappearing into your kit until you need them most.

Born on the PCT

Halfway through the Pacific Crest Trail, I realized my third pair of socks—the ones meant for sleeping—were actually useless. They were too tight around my feet, restricting circulation and making me colder, not warmer. Worse, they weighed a wicked 80g/2.8oz, adding unnecessary weight to my pack. That’s when it hit me — my sleep socks needed to be different.

Soft. Breathable. Weightless. Loose enough to let your blood flow. No compression, no sweaty feel, just dry, comfortable warmth for the deep rest you need to keep trucking the next day.

Because recovery isn’t a luxury — it’s part of the adventure.

Handmade by Ultralight Hikers for Ultralight Hikers.

Each piece is unique. Every product from Tribe UL Gear is hand-designed and handmade from start to finish, meaning no two are exactly alike. Minor differences between pictures and real-life products are part of what makes each one special—just like every trail, every hiker and every journey.

Sizing: 

2 sizes are available for the Sleep Socks: 

Small/Medium:

• Recommended for feet between 21-26cm /8"-10"
• Fits most feet up to size US 9M

Medium/Large:

• Recommended for feet between 26-29cm / 10"-11.5"
• Fits most feet up to size US 12M

Taking Care

To keep your Tribe UL Gear Sleep Socks performing at their best:

✔ Machine wash at low temperature (30°C)
✔ Use a laundry net bag for extra protection
✔ Tumble dry on low or dry flat in the shade

🚫 Do not bleach
🚫 Do not use fabric softener
🚫 Do not dry-clean
🚫 Do not iron