Nobody likes cold, clammy, or tingly feet. Seemingly simple, the best ski socks are a surprisingly technical layer that’s critical for keeping your feet warm, protected, and comfortable. Finding the ...

Whether you’re a black diamond-crushing powder chaser or a new-to-the-slopes ski bunny, having the best ski socks can make a big difference at your favorite resort. Sure, most people will tell you to ...

The best ski socks are built to aid blood flow, warmth, and comfort. Wearing really tight socks in cold weather seems counterintuitive. I always believed that tight garments restricted blood flow, and ...

Pop into any outdoors retailer and you’ll see racks of socks for different sports. There are many different types of running socks, hiking socks, socks for cycling and ski socks. But perhaps you are ...

Buying compression socks aren’t just reserved for medical issues, because they come in a variety of different styles and strengths, and yes, some can only be prescribed by a doctor. But these days, ...

Surprise! Good socks are one of the most important—and overlooked—elements of your ski setup. The best ones are thin, hug your feet like gloves (no heel or toe bunching), and come up above your calf.

Since I started as Outside’s Gear Guy three years ago, I’ve tested dozens of ski socks. There are lots of great options on the market—from SmartWool’s PhD line to Darn Tough’s nearly indestructible ...