
Smartwool
Skier Knee-High Ski Socks
Skier Knee-High Ski Socks are knee-high socks designed for skiing, with strategic padding at the toes, heels, and shins and targeted knit ventilation zones. They are made from a merino wool and recycled nylon blend that wicks moisture and controls odor, and use Indestructawool technology for durability, the 4 Degree Elite Fit System for a performance fit with stretch and mesh zones, and Virtually Seamless toe construction with a flat knit toe seam. Made in the U.S., the socks feature an alpine graphic with layered blue mountains, an orange sun, black heel and toe patches, and a ribbed cuff.
- Material
- merino wool and recycled nylon blend
- Style
- activewear, performance, technical, sporty
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Color
Specifications
Knee-high ski socks built with a merino wool and recycled nylon blend, strategic padding, and performance-focused fit technology.
Strategically padded toes, heels, and shins; moisture-wicking and odor-controlling merino wool blend; targeted ventilation; Indestructawool durability; 4 Degree Elite Fit System with strategic stretch and mesh zones; Virtually Seamless toe with flat knit seam.
- Material
- merino wool and recycled nylon blend
- Secondary
- recycled-nylon
- Style
- activewear, performance, technical, sporty
- Occasion
- sports-event
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Additional Attributes
- knee-high ski sock silhouette
- strategically padded at the toes, heels, and shins
- merino wool and recycled nylon blend
- moisture-wicking knit
- odor-controlling properties
- targeted ventilation zones through the knit
- Indestructawool technology for extra durability
- 4 Degree Elite Fit System for a performance fit
- strategic stretch and mesh zones
- blister protection
- Virtually Seamless toe technology
- flat knit toe seam
- made in the U.S.
Product Insights
58% merino wool, 38% nylon, 3% elastane, 1% polyester 4 Degree Elite Fit System for snug fit and blister protection Targeted padding at toes, heels and shins Indestructawool reinforces high-wear zones without extra bulk Women's Small, Medium and Large; only Patterned Blue colorway
Verified claims
- use
- Knee-high ski socks for inside ski or snowboard boots
- fit
- 4 Degree Elite Fit System for snug fit and blister protection
- sizing
- Too-large socks bunch and too-tight socks restrict circulation
- sizing options
- Women's Small, Medium and Large; only Patterned Blue colorway
- cushioning
- Targeted padding at toes, heels and shins
- breathability
- Ventilation and mesh zones on top of foot
- material
- 58% merino wool, 38% nylon, 3% elastane, 1% polyester
- composition note
- A secondary listing cites a different blend for a similarly named sock
- moisture/odour
- Merino blend wicks moisture, controls odour and regulates temperature
- care
- Machine wash warm delicate; no bleach, tumble dry, no iron, no dry clean
- durability
- Indestructawool reinforces high-wear zones without extra bulk
- construction
- Padding, mesh and toe seam are knit in, not added as separate panels
- toe seam
- Virtually Seamless toe with flat knit seam
- layering
- Wear one thin ski-specific pair; thick socks change boot fit
- styling
- Patterned Blue alpine scene with sun, mountains and skier motif
- value
- 40 CAD flat across sizes, all currently in stock
- comparison
- Merino blend vs cotton and synthetics
- origin
- Made in the U.S.
- sustainability
- Description calls out recycled nylon in the blend
- cuff retention
- Ribbed cuff helps keep the knee-high shaft in place
Product record
- Title
- Skier Knee-High Ski Socks
- Brand
- Smartwool
- Price
- 40 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 5 sourcesUses
Improve the fit of your ski boots
The 4 Degree Elite Fit System and strategic stretch provide a performance fit that makes your shoe or boot fit better. These socks build a fully supported and ultra-wrapped feeling inside your footwear.[1,2]
Dry, breathable feet on the slopes
For ski days when feet work hard in boots, these knee-high socks are knit in a merino wool and recycled nylon blend that wicks away moisture and controls odour. Targeted ventilation zones and the 4 Degree Elite Fit System's stretch and mesh zones promote breathability while helping protect against blisters.[1]
Blister-aware comfort for days on the slopes
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Skier Knee-High Ski Socks: Choose these knee-high ski socks if you want a merino-rich blend that wicks moisture and controls odour, with strategic padding at the toes, heels, and shins and a performance fit system whose stretch and mesh zones support breathability and help protect against blisters. Indestructawool technology adds durability and a flat-knit, virtually seamless toe keeps pressure off your toes in ski boots, while the printed alpine-graphic shaft suits skiers who want a bold look. Note the composition is 58 percent merino wool with recycled nylon, elastane, and polyester, and this colorway is offered only in Patterned Blue across small, medium, and large sizes.[1] | Otter Hiking Socks: Choose these crew-length hiking socks if you want merino wool blend comfort on the trail: they are padded under the foot, wick moisture and control odour, and feature Shred Shield™ toe wear protection plus a Virtually Seamless™ toe for comfort. Indestructawool™ durability technology is knit into high-impact wear zones, and the 4 Degree™ Elite Fit system offers a performance fit with mesh zones said to promote breathability and help protect against blisters. The listed variant is size MEDIUM in Blue with a playful otter-motif leg band; composition is listed as 54% merino wool, 44% nylon and 2% spandex on one page and 55% merino wool, 43% recycled nylon and 2% elastane on another.[3,4,5] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
A displayed pair of knee-high socks laid flat, showing a continuous alpine scene with a sun and layered blue mountain shapes, black heel and toe patches, and a bright cuff band at the top.
- Overall shape and layoutTwo knee-high socks laid side-by-side, slightly overlapping; shafts are long and straight with a defined heel and rounded toe area visible.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.03 · w 0.76 · h 0.94 (high) - Cuff bandTop cuff shows a horizontal ribbed band with an upper thin black stripe and a wider orange-to-yellow gradient band below it.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.03 · w 0.45 · h 0.16 (high) - Sun motifA large circular orange sun positioned near the top of the sock shafts, partially behind the mountain shapes, with faint yellow radial lines above it.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.10 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Layered mountain graphicContinuous stylized layered mountains in several blue tones run down the length of the shafts, with lighter peaks toward the top and deeper blue waves toward the mid-shaft.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.18 · w 0.62 · h 0.48 (high) - Heel patchesContrasting solid black heel patches covering the heel cup area of each sock.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.64 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (high) - Toe patchesRounded solid black toe caps on both socks with an orange word printed on the right sock's toe area.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.72 · w 0.36 · h 0.24 (high) - Skier figure detailSmall illustrated skier figures appear near the lower shaft above the toe area; figures include a blue outfit and small orange/yellow accents.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.64 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (medium) - Printed text on toe“WOOL”
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.82 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Product photographed on a plain light gray background with soft shadowing beneath the socks; image is well lit and centered with slight overlap of the sock pair.
- Background and surfaceUniform light gray backdrop with a faint soft shadow beneath the socks indicating diffuse top lighting.
- Shot compositionFlat-lay product shot oriented vertically, socks placed near center and extending from near the top toward the lower right corner; pair slightly overlapped.
- Image qualitySharp, high-resolution photograph with even lighting and minimal glare; no visible creases in the fabric beyond natural knit texture.
Colors
orange gradient· cuff bandbright orange· sunaqua blue· mountain layersteal blue· deeper mountain wavesblack· heel and toe patches#0E0E0Corange accent· accent details (skier and small stripes)- Overall shape and layoutTwo knee-high socks laid side-by-side, slightly overlapping; shafts are long and straight with a defined heel and rounded toe area visible.
- 02

Product
A pair of knee-high knit socks laid flat showing a continuous printed alpine scene: orange sun over yellow sky, blue and white stylized mountains and waves, and a skier figure on the right sock. Visible black reinforced foot sections and ribbed cuffs at the top.
- Pair layoutTwo socks laid side-by-side, toes pointing downward and cuffs at top, showing the front faces of each sock.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.03 · w 0.94 · h 0.94 (high) - Cuff constructionRibbed knit cuff at the top of each sock with a narrow solid black band at the very top and a wide orange-gold ribbed section below it.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.41 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.03 · w 0.41 · h 0.14 (high) - Reinforced footSolid black knit covering the toe and lower foot area on both socks, contrasting with the printed shaft.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.78 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.78 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high) - Printed scenic graphicContinuous multi-color alpine scene printed across the shafts: a large orange circular sun near the top, yellow sky background, layered white and blue mountains and flowing blue shapes representing snow or slopes.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.88 · h 0.68 (high) - Skier motifA single skier figure in mid-descent is printed on the right sock shaft; figure shows an orange jacket, darker pants, and skis with poles angled behind.
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.36 · w 0.28 · h 0.26 (high) - Knit textureVisible knit loop texture across all colored areas, including slight variations in pile and ribbing where the cuff and shaft meet.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.10 · w 0.80 · h 0.80 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light-gray background, cropped vertically with even diffuse lighting and soft shadowing; no packaging or props.
- Background and lightingFlat light-gray background with even, diffuse lighting and faint soft shadowing under the socks.
- Shot compositionCropped top-down studio frame showing the shafts and feet of both socks; image excludes any packaging or labels.
- Image qualitySharp focus on fabric surface and printed design with no motion blur; colors appear saturated.
Colors
black· top cuff band#1A1513warm orange-gold· cuff ribbingdeep orange· sun graphicpale yellow· sky/backgroundbright cyan· mountain and slope graphicsvivid orange· skier jacketdark charcoal· skier pants and small details- Pair layoutTwo socks laid side-by-side, toes pointing downward and cuffs at top, showing the front faces of each sock.
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