Tempo - Cushioned Organic Cotton Socks 1/4 Crew- Black
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The lively Tempo keeps the rhythm and stays in shape wear after wear and wash after wash. This athletic 1/4 crew fits just above the ankle. Designed to provide support, comfort, and extra breathability, the 2" ribbed welt top, deep pocket heel, and mesh ventilation system along the top of the foot keep the fit cool, supportive and in place.
Made in the U.S.A.
1/2 cushion: cushioned in the sole with a no cushion mesh instep for breathability
Comprised of 2% spandex, 12% nylon and 86% certified organic cotton
Manufactured in small batches at our family mill in Fort Payne, Alabama from organic cotton grown on U.S. farms, spun and dyed with low-impact dyes in the Carolinas. Family owned & operated, since 1991.
For women’s sock sizing, we offer 6 options: knee-high, calf height, crew, anklet, micro-anklet and no-show.
Mens Sock Heights
For men’s sock sizing, we offer 4 options: over the calf, crew, ankle, and no-show.
Sustainability
Size guide
Care instructions
Shipping & returns
Ask a question
Sustainability
Quality Materials. Sustainable Process.
Choosy. Meticulous. Uncompromising.When it comes to our materials and manufacturing, these all apply. We start with the highest quality materials, like organic cotton that is dyed with low-impact dyes. Our certified organic cotton is grown on farms in the Southern U.S. by farmers we actually know. After harvest, our cotton travels to the Carolinas where it is spun and dyed before arriving at our mill in Alabama.
We knit socks in very small batches at our family owned and operated mill. Our team of ten (including Mom and Dad) run the manufacturing process from start to finish. And, because our entire operation is under one roof, we're able to constantly monitor quality through each step of the process, minimize waste and deliver a stellar product. We do it all because we know a better process makes a better sock.
We like to keep it all close to home. Our packaging, labels and marketing materials are printed within a small radius of our mill in Alabama and Georgia.
Giving and Recycling. Our irregular socks are donated to homelessness shelters and community organizations in Alabama.
We have some socks that are not fit for donations. These, along with any manufacturing waste, are repurposed or recycled. When recycled, these are transformed into fiber used for carpet padding in the automotive industry.
We can recycle your old socks too! For more info, please see ourzkano Recycles page.
Made in America since 2009
Knit with U.S. Grown Organic Cotton
Family sock makers
Size guide
Women’s U.S. Shoe Size
Men’s U.S. Shoe Size
Medium
5.5 – 9.5
4 – 7.5
Large
10 – 13
8 – 12.5
XL
13+
13 – 15
Womens Sock Heights
For women’s sock sizing, we offer 6 options: knee-high, calf height, crew, anklet, micro-anklet and no-show.
Mens Sock Heights
For men’s sock sizing, we offer 4 options: over the calf, crew, ankle, and no-show.
Care instructions
(General Care Instructions & Our Advice on How to take care of your socks)
Your zkano’s should last a long time. Here’s a few things we suggest to help them reach their intended lifespan.
We highly recommend sticking to our washing instructions for our organic cotton and merino wool socks.
Machine wash cold water
Wash inside out for best results
Tumble dry on low heat
Do not bleach
Do not iron or dry clean
Additional suggestions for increasing the lifespan of your organic cotton and wool socks:
How to reduce pilling
Pilling with cotton is normal, especially in products made with a high combed cotton content, such as our socks. To reduce this, we recommend a few easy steps. This is good advice for our wool socks as well.
Wash separately. Do not wash your socks with towels or other rough items (for example, zippers) that will agitate the soft fibers in the wash cycle.
Turn inside out to wash and dry.
Placing your socks in a mesh laundry bag will also help with this.
Bleaching is a no.
Never (ever) bleach your socks, y’all- even if they are solid white. Using bleach on cotton or wool socks will cause the fibers to break down, resulting in holes in your socks.
Drying
To keep your socks feeling soft and to avoid unintended shrinkage over time, do not dry them in a hot dryer.
Using a low temperature setting in the dryer is best for your socks.
Do not over dry them. This will reduce their softness and zap them of their vibrant colors over time.
Though it’s not necessary, our favorite way is line drying, especially our no show and anklet styles. This helps prevent pilling too.
Don’t wear outside without shoes
Natural fibers, such as cotton and wool, will not hold up to being worn on rough outdoor surfaces.
Keep nails trimmed
This will keep those annoying holes from forming in the toe of the socks.
Shipping
We offer these convenient shipping options for you.
FREE Standard Shipping on U.S. Orders $100 or More
USPS Ground Advantage (typically 3-10 business days once shipped from our mill)
UPS Ground & 2 Day Air
All Orders placed after 8am Central time on Friday will likely ship on Monday. We do not ship orders over the weekend.
Orders that qualify for free shipping typically ship via USPS. If you do not want to use USPS, you can upgrade to another shipping option for additional cost at checkout.
Shipping rates are calculated by weight and the carrier & service selected at checkout.
All orders are processed Monday - Friday and ship from our mill in 1-2 business days. We strive to ship your order the same day it was placed or the next business day.
Some order processing and delivery times may vary during the month of December.
Shipping rates and specials apply to orders from the Continental United States only.
If you have any questions, please reach out to us and we will be happy to assist you.
Returns
We are happy to return any full price item that is unworn (not tried on the foot), unwashed and returned to us within 15 days from time of original receipt. Socks must be returned to us in the condition they were received, with labels fully intact.
Socks are a base layer and due to the nature of feet, we cannot sell returned socks that have been tried on. If you have any concerns about sizing, please reach out to us before removing your socks from their original packaging, we would be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Please email us within 15 days of receiving your order and we will issue a Return Authorization. Include the original packing slip or your full name and order number with your shipment so that we can process your refund quickly.
We are unable to offer free shipping on returns.
Should you wish to have a shipping label emailed to you, we are happy to do so. If our shipping label is used, we will deduct a $5.00 shipping charge from your refund amount.
The original shipping charge and return shipping fees are non refundable.
Sale items are final and not returnable.
Exchanges are not available at this time.
If the return meets the above requirements, we will refund your account within seven days of receipt of the returned items; you will be notified by email once your refund is issued. Please note that it can take up to seven additional days for the refund to appear on your account.
We reserve the right to reject any returns that do not meet these requirements. If your return is not accepted, it will be sent back at the customer's expense and a refund will not be issued.
We do not take responsibility for any items lost during the return shipping.
Ship returns to:
Emi-G Knitting Attn: zkano Returns 1715 Airport Road Fort Payne, AL 35968
If you have any questions about returns, please contact us.
Ask a question
Customer service hours are Monday through Friday 8-4:30pm Central Standard Time. For questions, concerns or comments, please email us or call 256-845-9801 Ext. 1. We'd love to hear from you!
This is the first time I have ordered this style sock and I have found another winner. They are soft and well cushioned allowing me to walk around the house in them without shoes.
Loved the pair of white ones I got last year on a whim. I really like the lower cut ankle ones but they don't work with my feet. These fit the bill! Turn them inside out before you wash and dry. Great socks!
This is the first organic sock that fits and feels like conventional socks, only BETTER! We absolutely love them! Our whole family wears them, both teens and adults. They are a family favorite.
This is the second package of anklet socks I've purchased for my husband. He really likes them because they are comfortable and last much longer then other brands.
I love that they are Made in the USA and are cotton. I also appreciate the different options for sizes - as some other places are one size fits all. The socks seem to last and are functioning well as work socks for my husband that stands on his feet all day. Speaking of, thank you to all the employees. I feel good about spending my money on these. (By the way, I'm capitalizing in this review but I'm not sure how it shows up.)
I've been buying Zkano socks for years due to their quality, reliability, and because they are organic and made locally. I don't leave reviews unless I feel a product is truly a staple, and these socks really are.
The Tempo - 1/2 Cushion are the socks I almost exclusively wear with shorts.
These socks feel of high quality. Initially, it took me a minute to get used to their thickness but now I really don’t notice. They breathe nicely even in the extreme summer temps (I live in the desert). Color is deep black, perfect ankle height, and the socks feel very soft.
Well constructed and comfortable socks like all of my other Zkano full length socks. This is my first go with the Zkano ankle socks for walking and they are great. Highly recommended.
I searched high and low for cotton socks. I can’t wear the polyester, rayon, synthetic ones. Your socks are wonderful! Thank you. And they’re Made in the USA!!
I don't normally order online, but was having a hard time finding 100% cotton socks. These are so soft and are perfectly thin enough to be supportive but not adding too much bulk in my shoes. I don't sweat in my shoes and my feet feel wonderful. And they are MADE IN USA, so this is a perfect purchase! Thank you for all you do.
No other sock is such a good value. These are durable, and give your feet a grippy little massage when you put them on. My husband and I both wear them day in and day out on our farm. There's no point in buying cheaper socks that will be threadbare within a year.
Bought my son and my husband these socks and they both said how comfortable they were as they tried them on. Both have thrown away their usual athletic socks and are now wearing these all the time!
These are even more amazing than described. I've wasted more money on sock that won't bind around my ankles (including a certain "Dr.'s" socks that I hesitated a long time before ordering, concerned I'd have the same problem. Not these socks - no binding at all! And so soft and comfortable, too. No bunching, stretch is just right and the quality is top notch. Another key point is "Made in the USA" - every bit of them. Thanks to zkano for a terrific product. Saving to buy more.
My wife says these are the most comfortable socks she has ever owned.
Something about the one-half cushion is magic and she likes me better
for this little gift.
I recently bought six of the tempo anklet socks, three in black and three in white. The length, the fit, and the feel of them are great. I also love the sustainability efforts of Zkano!
I bought these to wear while walking on dirt roads to keep dirt from getting in my shoes. The top height was perfect for that but they don’t have the arch support that I need. Other than that I love them as much as all my Zanko socks.
