I got my first set of hose from Penny's of Thunder Bay today. I have but two pairs of hose, so I am quite limited as to my experience.

The first set to come are off-white. They are thicker and longer than I thought they would be, and I think they are intended to be folded three times at the top. They will no doubt be warmer than what I have now, which is a definite plus. They do not stretch as well as I hoped, and I had to yank them on. I do have bigger calves from bike riding, and I am certain they will stretch out with wear. They read that they are machine washable, so daringly I tried, and they came out in the same condition. They are less than 20% wool.

The cost was good and delivery as expected. I have a second pair (black)that will come in the next few weeks since they were backordered.