Ski socks? Cushioned? Light weight? Ultra thin? What's your flavor and why?

[cantunamunch]

 

[cantunamunch]

How did skiing barefoot work out?

He wuz wearing panty hose, pay attention. :0

 

[James]

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So you like those Bridgedales? Looks like they have padding in the 6th toe area.

 

[crgildart]

Some of these socks cost more than my boots did

 

[James]

Some of these socks cost more than my boots did

Like which socks?

It's generally not recommended to spend more on 1 pair of socks than the boots.

 

[crgildart]

Boots were $45 delivered, new old stock but 5 years old.. I'm seeing socks on REI that cost fifty bucks.,.

 

[cantunamunch]

So you like those Bridgedales? Looks like they have padding in the 6th toe area.

Not padding more a different stretch area-and yes. They're staying put around the toes like the ultimaxes and thorlos couldn't, quite.

 

[skibob]

My favorite pair are a pair of Spyders that have L/R. Seems silly, but fit SO nicely. No seam at the toe either.

Last sunday, I got up and out early and was trying not to disturb anybody. Got to Northstar and took my shoes off and . . . realized I hadn't changed socks! Fortunately, I had on a good pair of Weatherproof synthetic, med weight. Skied in them for about 3.5 hrs with no issues at all.

 

[Jed Peters]

CEP compression ski race for when the boots are packed out--running for when the boots are new.

 

[Posaune]

I use a different sock in each boot. On my left I use an ultra-thin synthetic sock and on my right I use a thin Smart Wool. I had constant lack of comfort and couldn't figure out which pair was better when the light went on and now I'm perfectly happy and comfortable.

 

[eok]

Wow, nobody has mentioned Fits. They have a high merino wool content and come in a variety of thickness but I only wear the ultralight OTC ones. Point 6 is my second choice.

I switched to Fits ultralights a few seasons ago when my last pair of PhD's wore out. I like the Fits better. No signs of them wearing out any time soon. Great quality & fit.

I should mention:

My boots passed the packout threshold this season. So, in a lame but desperate attempt, I tried some thicker cushioned Smartwool socks - thinking that would firm-up the fit. WRONG. Had a miserable day on the slopes: cold cramped feet.

Ultimately, the "fix" for the packout was 1/16" Bontex insole shims (via Tognar) - on the bootboard, below the liner. I've done this before for other boots but (at the time) I tried the thicker socks first because the snow was great & I didn't want to wait for UPS to arrive. Nothing worse than being on the mountain during an epic snow day & having miserable feet.

 

[pais alto]

I'm posting here to say that the title of this thread should be changed to "All Things Ski Socks." Mods?

I wear Smartwool lightweight, because wool (I tour a lot and work long days in them), just the right amount of padding (minimal) in the right places, and durability. All my boots have intuition liners, so the fit and warmth of those allow for a lightweight sock, which seems better for control.

Pro tip: always buy at least two pairs of socks, in case one disappears. I have like 8 pairs of Smartwool lights, but I ski over 40 hours a week.

 

[James]

Please no, not another "All things thread" they're like cock roaches and should not be allowed to run around the house.

 

[pais alto]

I'm pretty sure that I'm going to make that suggestion for every thread I post in. "All Things Sunscreen" "All Things Ski Area Restaurants" "All Things Hydration" "All Things Going To The Bathroom"

 

[James]

Using the title "All Things" is sure to kill the thread. Perhaps also use in the title, "But No Classic Socks..." that'll really get posts going.

 

[Paul S.]

In keeping it local, Point 6 socks. Honestly they were started by an ex smart wool dude who created my favorite sock. They fit so well and are very durable. I wear them every day. Everyday wear, hiking, biking and skiing.


http://point6.com/products/ski-pro-light-otc

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I use either a thin or medium. I have been using Point 6 for several years - best socks ever - fit and durability!! I think Peter Duke is involved.

 

[Dwight]

The Lorpen socks we sent out to the members are some of my favorites. I really like the consistency in the materials creates a great fit. I will be interesting to see how the members feel about them.

I received a pair from Phil this year. My thinnest pair and my WARMest pair too. They are long, but not uncomfortable. Have worn them in the coldest and warmest days this year and feet are comfortable warm.

I'm trying some socks from smartsocks.net, a friend owns them and gave me some to try. Hiking and skiing. One day on them and comfortable, but were a little cool.

 

[E221b]

Smartwool compression socks for me. Super-thin, with a hell of a lot of graduated compression to stimulate blood flow (I have bad circulation so it helps a lot with warmth!). I can’t recommend them enough.

 

[Doug Briggs]

Like which socks?

It's generally not recommended to spend more on 1 pair of socks than the boots.

I just tuned two pairs of skis for a U16. $50 per pair for a full tune. Skis had used store stickers of under $50. They came out looking nice, but I thought to myself: more for the tune than the skis. To balance it out, they did have to buy new bindings.

 

[Doug Briggs]

I ski exclusively in DeFeet 'Bode Miller' socks. I don't know if they call them 'Bode Miller' socks anymore, but he did lend his name to them 10 years or so ago. I have just about every color.

They are moderately thin, padded on the shin, heel and toe, extremely durable and quite colorful. Sometimes I even mix and match.