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 ...

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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 ...

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 ...

They’re often recommended for people with vein-related conditions, but they can be useful in other situations, too.

Compression socks can improve circulation, reduce blood clots, and ease swelling. Compression socks can benefit people with varicose veins, diabetes, and venous ulcers. To choose the right compression ...

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 ...