The 9 Best Ski & Snowboard Socks of 2022-2023
By: Megan Amick: Accessories Buyer | October 19, 2022
We’re all familiar with the stereotypes of unwashed ski and snowboard socks stinking up hotel rooms and making consecutive days of skiing or riding disgusting and uncomfortable. But the best ski and snowboard socks don’t just stay smelling fresh day after day, they also provide the right level of fit, cushion, and compression to help your feet drive your skis or snowboard. And that mix of features makes a huge difference. So, if your favorite ski socks are showing some wear and have seen better days, this list is for you.
New This Year:
While historically, some sock brands have tried to segment the market based on gender and preferred activity, more and more brands are realizing that classifying their socks based on thickness, as opposed to arbitrary “male” or “female” categories, or made-up distinctions between skiing and riding makes a lot more sense. So the socks on this list are classified by how thick they are, how much volume they take up in your boots, and how much cushion they provide. That makes it easier to choose ski socks that will work well with your needs and setup.
This Year's Best Ski & Snowboard Socks:
Burton Performance Midweight
The Burton Performance Midweight Socks are a midweight and quick-drying sock with the support you need for all-day performance on the mountain. They’re versatile socks that do everything well and will work for a wide variety of foot shapes and boot fits.
| Material | Thickness | Original Price |
| 38% Nylon / 30% Acrylic / 30% Merino Wool / 2% Elastane | Midweight | $29.95 |
Burton Performance Midweight - Women's
The Burton Performance Midweight Socks use a medium-density blend of warm and stretchy materials for a toasty, comfortable, and quick-drying support package for your feet. With Sock Lock Reinforcements in the ankle, you’ll be fully locked down in one of the best snowboard socks on the market.
| Material | Thickness | Original Price |
| 38% Nylon / 30% Acrylic / 30% Merino Wool / 2% Elastane | Midweight | $26.95 |
Smartwool Zero Cushion OTC
The Smartwool Zero Cushion OTC Socks provide close-to-body and compression for high-energy days on the slopes. Zero cushion and a 4 degree elite fit system help provide superior performance, so you can complain less and shred more. All while supporting the snow. These lightweight socks work best with a precise boot fit that cradles your heel and shin.
| Material | Thickness | Original Price |
| 55% Merino Wool / 31% Recycled Nylon / 10% Nylon / 4% Elastane | Thin | $26.95 |
Smartwool Targeted Cushion OTC
Sleek colors, a targeted cushion, and over the calf fit make the Smartwool Targeted Cushion OTC Socks great for any skier that wants compression and needs a little extra support on high-pressure areas. These socks are great for anyone looking for a performance upgrade for their feet.
| Material | Thickness | Original Price |
| 57% Merino Wool / 30% Recycled Nylon / 10% Nylon / 3% Elastane | Midweight | $27.95 |
Smartwool Zero Cushion Skication OTC- Women's
Your toes deserve the best when they're stuck inside a plastic boot all day. That's why the Smartwool Zero Cushion Skication OTC Socks get a gold star. Zero cushion, an over-the-calf fit, and body-mapped mesh zones for breathability come together to make high-performance leg tubes that help reduce friction during high-energy days. Made with a slimmer fit for women with narrow feet, these brightly colored socks were made for aggressive skiing and general getting after it. They’re precise, comfortable, and durable.
| Material | Thickness | Original Price |
55% Merino Wool / 31% Recycled Nylon / 10% Nylon / 3% Elastane / 1% Polyester | Lightweight | $26.95 |
Stance Curren
Merino wool continues to stand atop the fiber heap, no matter what the textile mad scientists throw at it. Warm, durable, and always stink-free, there's just nothing like it. Stance Curren Snow Socks are made from its wonder threads and are a perfect match for your snow sports activities. They’re comfortable and ready for anything.
| Material | Thickness | Original Price |
Merino Wool | Midweight | $24.95 |
Darn Tough Solstice OTC Lightweight
An awesome image of trees in winter adorns the Darn Tough Solstice OTC Lightweight Socks, and that's not even the best thing about them. What's really key is the way these classic midweight Darn Tough socks perform and last, with super wicking capability, outstanding comfort, and a for real lifetime guarantee. Darn Tough’s socks aren’t just socks, they’re an investment in yourself.
| Material | Thickness | Original Price |
| 52% Nylon / 45% Merino Wool / 3% Lycra® Spandex | Midweight | $27.95 |
Darn Tough RFL Over-the-Calf
You feel your boots better when you can feel your feet. You feel your skis better when you can feel your boots. You feel the ground better when you can feel your ski. Get the Darn Tough RFL Over-the-Calf Ultra Light Socks and go maximize your downhill potential. They’re ready for anything you or the mountains can throw at them.
| Material | Thickness | Original Price |
54% Nylon / 43% Thermolite® Polyester / 3% Lycra® Spandex | Ultralight | $27.95 |
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The Selection Process:
Our snow accessories buyers have an endless amount of knowledge on all things snow accessory related stemming from years of experience in the outdoor industry in tandem with their countless hours spent outside in all conditions around the world. From hot to cold, snow, rain, wind, and even sunshine, they know what accessories will keep you comfortable and really up your experience outside. evo's buyers assess all products coming to market, lean into this knowledge, and put together this selection of the best products. They have a unique perspective as they truly see everything offered across the category.
Megan Amick
Hi! My name is Megan. I was born and raised in Washington and grew up loving skiing and the outdoors. Some of my favorite memories are ski trips to Park City with my parents, Mt. Bachelor with the grandparents, and weekend rides at our home mountain the good ‘ol Ski Acres - IYKYK. I left Washington to go to college in California, and then moved to Nevada for a few years. I moved back to Washington in 2013 and jumped right back into weekend rides at my home mountain. Washington is and always will be the place I call home!
I have been working at evo since 2016 and am so grateful for all the opportunities. I started working in our warehouse in receiving and shipping and then worked my way to the merchandising department which gave me the opportunity to integrate my passions as our Accessories and Camp Buyer. It truly is a beautiful thing to work for a company that you are passionate about and that feels like family. You will still find me every weekend at my home mountain with my husband Beau and our daughter Baker.