8 Best Ski and Snowboard Socks

Thickness: These mid-weight socks are just the right amount of heavy and thick for snowboard boots.

Warming: If your goal is to keep your feet warm all day, this thick material will do the trick!

Drying: Even if your feet should get wet wearing these socks (which isn’t likely to happen), just hang them up for a super-quick drying time.

Comfort: Wool socks can get itchy, but that’s not the case here. Reviewers have called these socks comfortable, soft, warm, and cozy. The cuff elastic also helps the sock stay put all day (without chafing).

Padding: In addition to being a thick sock, there is also strategic cushioning featured throughout for arch and ankle support, as well as toe and heel protection.

Price: You get two pairs of socks with this purchase, which makes these snowboard socks an awesome deal!

Thickness: The last thing you want to worry about in a ski or snowboard sock is bulkiness—and you won’t have to deal with that here.

Warming: The Merino wool in this sock will help to keep your feet warm. However, as stated in the Cons section, some customers have had issues with these socks in frigid temperatures.

Drying: The Polypropelene’s moisture-wicking properties will keep your feet dry.

Comfort: Whether you’re a serious athlete or just an avid skier or snowboarder, comfort is a key part in your overall performance. These socks fit well and stay up, making comfort the last thing you’ll need to worry about.

Padding: Reviewers agree with the manufacturer’s promise of shin, ankle, and arch padding and support—all of which are important for keeping your mind on the activity instead of the pain in your feet or legs.

Price: The price on these is pretty much on par with other high-performing ski and snowboard socks. If you want something that will do what it promises and continue to do so for years to come, it’ll be worth it to shell out the extra money for these.

Thickness: These may be a little too thick—bordering on uncomfortable—if your kids’ feet are snug within their boots to begin with. While you don’t want boots that are too loose or big, you’ll want some extra space not only for these socks but for your kids to grow into them.

Warming: Made from Merino wool, your kids’ feet are sure to stay warm inside these socks.

Drying: The wool pulls double duty here and also wicks away moisture to help your kids’ feet stay dry as they play in the snow.

Comfort: As long as you’ve got the right sock and boot combo, there shouldn’t be any issue with comfort while wearing these socks. They’re warm, soft, and meant to keep your kids feet from getting blisters.

Padding: The manufacturer’s description of the sock includes a note about the full cushion that helps absorb shocks. Reviewers have yet to dispute this claim.

Price: These are definitely on the pricier side of kid’s socks. I’d suggest investing in these if your kid is done growing or if you’ve got others you can hand these down to.

Thickness: The Merino wool fabric of these socks is super lightweight.

Warming: Despite the lightness of the fabric, these socks still provide for a soft, warm, and comfortable experience for your feet.

Drying: The lightweight fabric also contributes to the quick-drying nature of these socks.

Comfort: Because these are compression socks, first and foremost, the purpose of wearing these is to provide your muscles support and to help reduce fatigue. That doesn’t mean that you won’t be comfortable wearing these, but it does mean that you’re going to have super comfy socks on all day.

Padding: According to the Gear Guy at Outside Online, these socks are best when you’re looking for extra compression support. So if you’re looking for strategic padding to prevent boot chafing, you’ll want to look at another sock.

Price: Like with any other type of compression clothing, this one’s going to be pricey. But if you want something lightweight that will get the job done, these socks are well worth the investment.

Thickness: These socks win “best thin socks” for a reason.

Warming: Some reviewers have actually complained about how warm these socks make them.

Drying: Keeping your feet dry when you’re skiing or snowboarding is just as important as keeping them warm. These socks have just the right amount of ventilation to provide a breathable and dry experience for your feet.

Comfort: SmartWool is known as a leader in ski clothing for a reason—these socks are no different. Warmth, dryness, breathability, thin fabric, and a perfect fit all contribute to this sock’s comfort.

Padding: Because these socks are so thin, the padding is focused around supporting your feet.

Price: Due to the drop in reliability in these socks, you’ll want to consider how much extra care you’re willing to take in maintaining the longevity of these before you make this somewhat steep purchase.

Thickness: These socks are in the mid-weight range of thickness due to all the padding that’s built in.

Warming: While users haven’t reported issues with these thermal socks keeping them warm, I’d be wary about using these in frigid temperatures due to their lack of Merino wool.

Drying: Again, because these weren’t made with moisture-wicking fabric, we can’t say how dry your feet will stay—especially with the thermal fabric.

Comfort: As long as you use these in the right weather and temperatures (i.e. not super cold or wet), these socks should keep you warm and comfortable all day long.

Padding: The built-in cushioning for the shins, feet, and ankles seems to be the quality reviewers love most about these socks.

Price: I take that back. The super cheap price tag is what previous customers love the most about these thermal socks.

Thickness: Unlike ski and snowboard socks, these winter socks are not bulky at all and will fit inside your regular shoes and boots just fine.

Warming: No problems with keeping your feet toasty in these!

Drying: These socks are actually known for their ventilation properties. So not only do they keep your feet dry from the elements, but they help your feet breathe and stay sweat-free too!

Comfort: Warm, soft, breathable, and cushioned? These are the epitome of comfort.

Padding: Since these weren’t built with the winter sports enthusiast in mind, the only cushioning really built in here is in the arch area.

Price: These are a little more expensive than your typical everyday sock, but they’re still pretty cheap compared with ski and snowboard socks.