
Smartwool
Mountain Stripe Knee-High Ski Socks
The Smartwool Mountain Stripe Knee-High Ski Socks are knee-high socks designed for skiing and cold-weather outdoor use. They are knit from a merino wool and recycled nylon blend with targeted padding at the toes, heels, and shins; knit ventilation zones; Indestructawool durability; 4 Degree Elite Fit construction; Shred Shield toe reinforcement; and a Virtually Seamless toe. The socks feature a mountain-stripe pattern with reinforced dark toe and heel patches, are made in the U.S., and have a 4/5 rating from one review.
- Material
- merino wool and recycled nylon blend
- Style
- performance, technical, sporty, activewear
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Color
Specifications
Knee-high striped ski socks built with merino wool and recycled nylon for moisture management, durability, and performance comfort on the slopes.
Strategically padded toes, heels, and shins; moisture-wicking merino wool and recycled nylon blend; odour control; targeted ventilation zones; Indestructawool durability; blister protection; 4 Degree Elite Fit; Shred Shield toe wear reduction; Virtually Seamless toe; made in the U.S.
- Material
- merino wool and recycled nylon blend
- Secondary
- recycled-nylon
- Style
- performance, technical, sporty, activewear
- Occasion
- sports-event, vacation, travel
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Additional Attributes
- knee-high ski sock silhouette
- mountain stripe pattern
- strategically padded at toes, heels, and shins
- merino wool and recycled nylon blend
- moisture-wicking knit
- odour control
- targeted ventilation zones through the knit
- Indestructawool technology for extra durability
- blister protection
- 4 Degree Elite Fit construction for performance-driven adjustment
- Shred Shield technology reduces wear at the toes
- Virtually Seamless toe for enhanced comfort
- made in the U.S.
- Smartwool brand
Product Insights
Mountain Stripe Knee-High Ski Socks 60% merino wool, 38% nylon, 2% spandex Medium fits men's US 6-8.5 and Large fits men's US 9-11.5 on Smartwool's adult unisex chart Indestructawool and Shred Shield reinforce high-wear zones at the heel, ball and toe without adding bulk Machine wash cold or warm on gentle/delicate, inside out; tumble dry low is allowed, but flat drying best preserves merino Merino softness and odour control trade off against greater care needs and lower abrasion resistance than synthetics
Verified claims
- material
- 60% merino wool, 38% nylon, 2% spandex
- fit_and_sizing
- Medium fits men's US 6-8.5 and Large fits men's US 9-11.5 on Smartwool's adult unisex chart
- buyer_feedback
- The single review gives 4 stars and reports the sock runs smaller than expected
- cushioning
- Cushioning is targeted at the toes, heels and shins rather than full-foot
- ventilation
- Ventilation zones are knit through the sock, with mesh focused on the top of the foot
- fit_system
- 4 Degree Elite Fit uses bi-elastic stretch to hold the sock close without slipping, bunching or binding
- durability
- Indestructawool and Shred Shield reinforce high-wear zones at the heel, ball and toe without adding bulk
- toe_construction
- Virtually Seamless toe creates a flat-knit toe seam to reduce friction and irritation
- blister_protection
- Blister protection comes from the combination of snug fit, flat toe seam and strategic cushioning
- shin_protection
- Knee-high height and shin padding are aimed at shin-bang protection for alpine skiing and snowboarding
- moisture_management
- Merino content manages moisture and resists odour, helping feet stay drier and more comfortable in boots
- odor_control
- Because merino resists odour, airing the socks between wears often suffices; they do not need washing after every use
- care
- Machine wash cold or warm on gentle/delicate, inside out; tumble dry low is allowed, but flat drying best preserves merino
- styling
- Green mountain-stripe graphic with ribbed cuff and contrasting dark toe/heel patches gives a retro ski look
- variant
- Only Green is offered, in Medium and Large; both sizes are in stock at 40 CAD
- value
- At 40 CAD, the value case rests on the merino blend and durability tech rather than on lowest price
- tradeoff
- Merino softness and odour control trade off against greater care needs and lower abrasion resistance than synthetics
- warmth
- A thicker sock is not automatically warmer; this low-bulk targeted-cushion design aims to preserve circulation in snug boots
- boot_fit
- Ski boot fit starts with the sock: try boots on with these socks and aim for snug without restricting toe wiggle
- comfort
- Merino is usually less itchy than traditional wool, but sensitive skin may still notice fibre ends depending on the knit
Product record
- Title
- Mountain Stripe Knee-High Ski Socks
- Brand
- Smartwool
- Price
- 40 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 4 stars, 1 reviews
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 6 sourcesUses
Knee-high socks for days on the slopes
Made for skiing, these knee-high socks cushion the toes, heels and shins inside ski boots and offer blister protection. The merino wool and recycled nylon blend wicks moisture and controls odour, and a Virtually Seamless toe adds comfort through long days on the mountain.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Mountain Stripe Knee-High Ski Socks: Choose this if you want a merino-blend ski sock with targeted padding at the toes, heels and shins, moisture-wicking and odour control from its 60% merino wool, 38% nylon, 2% spandex knit, plus extra durability features like Indestructawool™ and Shred Shield™ toe-wear reduction. Choose this for skiing where a knee-high cut, virtually seamless toe, 4 Degree™ Elite Fit construction, and a wider welt with body-mapped mesh zones for breathability matter, and where you like the mountain stripe graphic in green. Note it needs gentle care—machine wash cold or warm inside out and tumble dry low, with no bleach, dry cleaning or ironing.[1,2] | Brown Bear Hiking Socks: Choose this for those prioritizing durable, high-performance comfort during hiking, as it is knit with a merino wool and nylon blend that wicks away moisture and controls odor. The sock features a padded under the foot and a Virtually Seamless toe for enhanced comfort, complemented by technology designed to reduce wear at the toes.[3] | Otter Hiking Socks: Choose these for hiking, thanks to underfoot padding, blister protection, and a 4 Degree Elite Fit System with strategic stretch and mesh zones meant to promote breathability. The merino wool and nylon blend wicks moisture and controls odour, while Indestructawool durability technology in high-impact wear zones and Shred Shield toe wear reduction support longer wear, with a Virtually Seamless toe for comfort. The crew-length design features a repeating otter motif on the leg band; the listed variant is size MEDIUM in Blue.[4,5,6] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
A pair of knee-high knit socks shown flat and overlapping; visible mountain stripe graphic with alternating bands, reinforced toe and heel areas, ribbed cuff, and contrasting small orange stitched details near the toe and cuff.
- Overall geometryTwo long knee-high socks laid flat and overlapping with the left sock slightly on top of the right; socks are shown from the front-facing side.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.03 · w 0.84 · h 0.94 (high) - CuffTop cuff is a solid dark color ribbed knit band about one visible inch tall relative to sock length.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.03 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.03 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Mountain stripe graphicA horizontal repeating scenic motif runs down the calf with alternating horizontal bands including a white band with stylized black mountain outlines and circular sun/moon shapes, separated by olive and tan stripes.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.12 · w 0.66 · h 0.44 (high) - Sun accentSmall solid orange circular sun motif visible on the left sock's mountain band.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.37 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Reinforced toe and heel areasToe and heel areas are a darker brown knit forming reinforced patches distinct from the olive leg and foot body.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.72 · w 0.34 · h 0.25 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.72 · w 0.34 · h 0.25 (high) - Arch/foot knit patternFoot panels show a subtle change in knit texture and diagonal knit lines over the arch area in a slightly different olive tone.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.64 · w 0.62 · h 0.20 (high) - Small stitched text detailSmall orange stitched letters located at the tip of each toe; characters are small and not legible at this scale.
2 regions
x 0.54 · y 0.90 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.26 · y 0.90 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Product shot on a light neutral background with soft directional lighting from top-left; slight soft shadow beneath the socks and tight crop showing whole socks with small margins.
- BackgroundUniform light gray to off-white studio background occupying the whole image.
- CompositionSocks positioned vertically and slightly angled, left sock overlapping the right sock from top to toe.
- Lighting and shadowSoft even lighting with a faint shadow cast beneath and to the lower-left of the socks.
- Image qualityHigh resolution with clear knit texture visible; no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
olive green· leg and main body#747354dark brown· toe and heel patches#443B2Ccharcoal black· cuff and horizontal stripe#1E1E21off-white· mountain band#C5C5CAbright orange· sun accent and small stitched details#EA743D- Overall geometryTwo long knee-high socks laid flat and overlapping with the left sock slightly on top of the right; socks are shown from the front-facing side.
- 02

Product
A pair of knee-high socks shown flat and side-by-side, featuring horizontal stripe bands and a knitted mountain landscape motif with a small circular sun element.
- Overall shapeTwo long socks shown flat, aligned next to each other on a diagonal; visible portion shows cuff, leg, and upper foot area for both socks.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.02 · w 0.94 · h 0.96 (low) - Cuff constructionTop cuffs are ribbed knit in a solid dark color with a narrow contrasting band below.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.45 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.02 · w 0.45 · h 0.12 (high) - Knitted mountain motifA repeating knitted scene showing jagged mountain silhouettes and ridgelines spanning a white band across the leg area; mountains are rendered in dark contrasting yarn with textured stitch details.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.20 · w 0.84 · h 0.36 (high) - Circular sun elementSmall circular sun appears in the design on the left sock in an orange tone and a second pale circular element higher on the right sock.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.52 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.34 · y 0.14 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium) - Horizontal stripe bandsMultiple horizontal bands in alternating colors (olive green, tan, black, and white) run across the socks, separating the knitted landscape panels.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.88 · h 0.76 (high) - Knit textureFine knit stitch texture is visible across all colored areas, with slightly raised ribbing at the cuff and smoother jersey knit on the patterned bands.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.08 · w 0.80 · h 0.82 (high) - Small woven tagA small rectangular woven tag with orange detail is visible at the outer edge of the right cuff, partly cropped by the image edge.Partial
1 region
x 0.88 · y 0.03 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product shot with neutral light gray background, soft directional lighting from top-left, and minimal shadows; image cropped close to the socks with a diagonal composition.
- Background and surfaceUniform light gray background with no visible texture or props.
- LightingSoft even lighting from the upper-left producing faint shadowing along the lower-right edges of the socks.
- Shot compositionClose-up diagonal crop showing the upper halves of both socks; lower foot areas extend off the bottom edge of the frame.
Colors
olive green· olive green bands#433C2Cblack· solid dark cuff and stripe#1B1B1Cwhite· main landscape band#C5C4CAbright orange· small sun accentpale beige· secondary pale circle- Overall shapeTwo long socks shown flat, aligned next to each other on a diagonal; visible portion shows cuff, leg, and upper foot area for both socks.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Smartwool
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Variants
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Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Beautiful colour and design
However, the socks were smaller than expected, and the material quite scratchy.