THE GUIDE TO BUYING YOUR SKI SOCKS
What can't we see but is of crucial importance? In short, everything that provides essential behind-the-scenes work. Ski socks fall into this category. Hidden away in ski boots, they are often given less consideration than the rest of the equipment, but nevertheless play a crucial role. How many days of skiing are lost because of aching feet caused by cold or rubbing? That's why at Sidas, our vocation for almost 50 years has been to make you forget about your feet, so you can focus solely on the pleasure of skiing.
This buyer's guide dedicated to ski socks, will help you learn about all of our technical ski socks as well as our heated ski socks. They all have the same goal: to offer you comfort, warmth and performance, while making you forget you're even wearing them. However, each has its own specific characteristics.
From ski socks that maximise thermal comfort & fit to those that optimise finesse & energy transmission; from women's ski socks to men's ski socks; from Nordic ski socks to ski touring socks: choose the pair best suited to your feet and your type of skiing.
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"All our ski socks have the same goal: to offer you comfort, warmth and performance, while making you forget you're even wearing them."
HEATED SKI SOCKS
Frozen toes are definitely the main cause of wasted ski days. Ski boots are particularly narrow and uncomfortable, making your feet even more sensitive to the cold than they normally are. The result is pain that's hard to bear, even to the point of putting you off skiing for the long term. There are solutions to prevent this from happening. The most reliable and effective solution is heated ski socks.
THE SKI RACE S.E.T®: THE REVOLUTION IN HEATED SKI SOCKS
For what type of skier? :
For all those who finish their day's skiing with frozen toes. And for anyone who thinks it's normal to get cold feet in their ski boots. We're going to prove you wrong!
The little bonus of this ski sock? :
The Ski Race S.E.T® heated ski socks incorporate a revolutionary innovation, known as S.E.T® technology. This technology can heat your foot all the way down to the tips of your toes, without being confined to very localised heating points. The heat is spread evenly. This is done by replacing these localised points with an imperceptible fine 2mm line which wraps all around your foot without missing any part of it and without compromising the promise of finesse, comfort and precision.
The other features of this ski sock? :
- Its breathability. When skiing, you need to be wary of the cold, but also of the heat. It is often the skin generating perspiration that causes the chafing and discomfort. That's why the Ski Race S.E.T® heated ski socks are made from merino wool, a natural material renowned for its softness, and also for its breathability. The Ski Race S.E.T® therefore stand out as heating socks, but also as anti-moisture socks for skiing.
- The 200-needle knitting, the start of a very high-definition construction. This detail is not an insignificant one, since the aim of this technique is to optimise the finesse and precision of the sock, and thus avoid annoying rubbing of the foot in the shoe.
- Their ease of use. You just need to adjust the intensity of the heating system depending on how cold it is by selecting one of three levels via an app on your smartphone (depending on battery model). That's enough to keep your feet warm for up to 9 hours, even in extreme outdoor conditions.
- These heated socks come in a unisex version that is suitable for both women and men.
*The Ski Race S.E.T® heated ski socks work using small, light and imperceptible batteries that clip onto your socks.
Here is the list of compatible batteries:
- S-Pack 1400B (Bluetooth)
- S-Pack 1200
- S-Pack 700B (Bluetooth)
- S-Pack 700
SKI HEAT FIRST: THE NEC PLUS ULTRA IN HEATED & COMFORTABLE SKI SOCKS
For what type of skier? :
For all skiers who ski to enjoy it. Performance may be important in certain circumstances, but what matters above all is the smile on your face at the end of a day's skiing and camaraderie. Comfort then becomes the major criterion in making your choice.
The little bonus of this ski sock? :
The Ski Heat First heated socks are built around one keyword: comfort. To ensure this goal, these heated ski socks feature 2 strategically placed loop reinforcements - at the shin and forefoot - where the contact between your skin and the ski boot is quite often the most painful.
The other features of this ski sock? :
- Incomparable long-lasting heating potential, thanks to the S-Pack 1400B (Bluetooth) heated sock batteries, among the highest performing on the market and capable of giving you nearly 16h of continuous heat. The batteries are delivered with the socks, in the same pack.
- Their finesse and specific construction ensures they fit perfectly, the heated ski socks appearing to completely follow the contours of your foot, so you forget you're wearing them.
- These heated socks come in a unisex version that is suitable for both women and men.
TECHNICAL & INSULATING SKI SOCKS
Choosing your ski sock is not a decision to be taken lightly. In fact, finding the perfect ski socks for your feet and type of skiing will maximise your chances of performing or enjoying yourself. So here is the range of different technical ski sock models, for men and women, that we develop at Sidas, always with the same goal of making you forget you're wearing them.
COMFORT SKI SOCKS: THE AIM IS IN THE NAME
For what type of skier? :
The Ski Comfort socks are made for anyone looking for maximum comfort first and foremost. A simple, effective sock that encapsulates everything we know best.
The little bonus of this ski sock? :
The technology referred to as 'In & Out', meaning a perfectly homogeneous sock construction, without seams, thread cuts or material overlay. Why? Because it's often these small details that cause big problems: a badly placed seam and you've got chafing, ruining your day's skiing! With the 'In & Out' construction, this risk disappears completely.
The other features of this ski sock? :
- protection zones placed strategically where ski boots usually hurt you: the heel, toes and shin.
- A composition based on soft, recycled fibres (polyamide and organic merino wool fibres), validated by our Ecotech label, to care for nature as much as your feet.
- Ski socks available in 4 unisex colours, plus a women's colourway.
COMFORT PLUS SKI SOCKS: THE HOLY GRAIL OF COMFORT FOR 'BIG CALVES'
For what type of skier? :
The Ski Comfort Plus socks are made for anyone looking for the Holy Grail of ski socks in terms of comfort.
The little bonus of this ski sock? :
A specific construction to accommodate large calves, with a perfectly adapted fit that does not create a painful pressure band around the calf.
The other features of this ski sock? :
- The 'In & Out' construction so you can say goodbye to all those aches and chafes from misplaced seams or poorly placed overlay of material.
- The use of a particular knitting method to locally increase the thickness of the sock in areas that merit more cushioning.
- A composition based on soft, recycled fibres (polyamide and organic merino wool fibres), validated by our Ecotech label, to care for nature as much as your feet.
- These insulating socks come in a unisex version that is suitable for both women and men.
MERINO SKI SOCKS: SOFT, COMFORTABLE & BREATHABLE
For what type of skier? :
The Ski Merino socks are made for all those who are first and foremost looking for enjoyment and comfort during long days of skiing.
The little bonus of this ski sock? :
Its composition of 41% organic merino wool. Merino wool has a double advantage. The first is its natural softness to the touch, which makes the simple moment of putting on your sock a real joy. The other is its breathability, as this fabric has the ability to absorb 33% of its weight in moisture, without appearing wet.
The other features of this ski sock? :
- The 'In & Out' construction so you can say goodbye to all those aches and chafes from misplaced seams or poorly placed overlay of material.
- protection zones placed strategically where ski boots usually hurt you: the heel, toes and shin.
- A composition based on soft, recycled fibres (polyamide and organic merino wool fibres), validated by our Ecotech label, to care for nature as much as your feet.
- These insulating socks come in a unisex version that is suitable for both women and men.
MERINO JUNIOR SKI SOCKS: THE SKI SOCKS YOUR CHILDREN NEED
For what type of skier? :
The Ski Merino Junior socks are made for children who ski recreationally or competitively. Because, in all cases, whether it's for pleasure or performance, the key remains the same: comfortable feet, so as not to put them off skiing and let them enjoy this new passion to the full.
The little bonus of this ski sock? :
These junior ski socks have been designed with the same exacting standards and technologies as those for adults, but have been adapted - in terms of shape and tension - to the specific characteristics of children's chilly feet.
The other features of this ski sock? :
- Its 30% organic merino wool composition. Merino wool has a double advantage. The first is its natural softness to the touch, which makes the simple moment of putting on your sock a real joy. The other is its breathability, as this fabric has the ability to absorb 33% of its weight in moisture, without appearing wet.
- A composition based on soft, recycled fibres (polyamide and organic merino wool fibres), validated by our Ecotech label, to care for nature as much as your feet.
- protection zones placed strategically where ski boots usually hurt you: the heel, toes and shin.
- Ski socks available for girls and boys (2 colours).
EVO PROTECT SKI SOCKS: OPTIMAL SHIN PROTECTION
For what type of skier? :
The Ski Protect Evo socks are madefor those who normally experience painful shins while skiing.
The little bonus of this ski sock? :
Its integrated shin protection. This totally innovative protection is made from low-density foam, and is designed to absorb the shocks that generally occur in the shin, an area that is particularly stressed when skiing. Imagine a soft, fleecy shield to absorb all the strain of your shin against your ski boots. Sound good?
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The other features of this ski sock? :
- The 'In & Out' construction, i.e. without cut threads, meaning you can say goodbye to all those aches and chafes from misplaced seams or poorly placed overlay of material.
- Its composition of 34% organic merino wool, renowned for its natural softness and breathability.
- A composition based on soft, recycled fibres (polyamide and organic merino wool fibres), validated by our Ecotech label, to care for nature as much as your feet.
- These technical socks come in a unisex version that is suitable for both women and men.
MERINO PERFORMANCE SKI SOCKS: SOFTNESS YES, PERFORMANCE TOO
For what type of skier? :
The Ski Merino Performance socks are made for those who like the benefits of Merino wool in terms of comfort and breathability, without forsaking the notions of fit and performance.
The little bonus of this ski sock? :
The Merino Performance socks are part of our SynergyFit range, which includes ski socks specifically designed for fit and performance. This top-of-the-range model combines the very best in every respect, with one key detail: the grip strip under the arch of the foot. In contact with the skin and the sole, this band aims to limit microfriction of the foot in the shoe while optimising the transmission of energy between the two.
The other features of this ski sock? :
- A 200-knit needle definition for maximum precision, to make these thin ski socks imperceptible, even in the narrowest ski boots.
- The 'In & Out' construction, i.e. without cut threads, meaning you can say goodbye to all those aches and chafes from misplaced seams or poorly placed overlay of material.
- Its composition of 38% organic merino wool, renowned for its natural softness and breathability.
- A composition based on soft, recycled fibres (polyamide and organic merino wool fibres), validated by our Ecotech label, to care for nature as much as your feet.
- Ski socks available for men and women in 3 different colours.
ULTRAFIT SKI SOCKS: THE PERFECT FIT FOR COMPETITION
For what type of skier? :
The Ski Ultrafit Socks are made for those looking for comfort but without compromising on performance. These competition ski socks are therefore aimed at committed skiers for whom precision, energy transmission and fit are real criteria of choice.
The little bonus of this ski sock? :
Its ultra-thinness makes it imperceptible, even in ski racing boots, renowned for their narrowness. This record-breaking finesse is complemented by a compressive benefit, both soft and firm, making them genuine second skins and therefore good allies for going after those millimetres that make a beautiful curve a perfect trajectory or a promising performance a great victory.
The other features of this ski sock? :
- A 200-knit needle definition for maximum precision.
- The 'In & Out' construction, i.e. without cut threads, meaning you can say goodbye to all those aches and chafes from misplaced seams or poorly placed overlay of material.
- The presence of a grip strip between the skin and the sole. The aim of this strip is to improve the contact of the foot with the boot and thus optimise the role of the sock in its interface role, by retransmitting all the energy supplied by the skier.
- A composition based on soft, recycled fibres (polyamide and organic merino wool fibres), validated by our Ecotech label, to care for nature as much as your feet.
- Ski socks available for women and men (3 colours).
TOURING SKI SOCKS: THE ULTIMATE SKI TOURING SOCKS
For what type of skier? :
The Ski Touring socks are made for those who love the great outdoors and adventure; for those who thrive away from the beaten track; for those who consider skiing to be both a downhill sport and an uphill one. In short, this is the ultimate sock for ski touring enthusiasts.
The little bonus of this ski sock? :
The advantages of this ski touring sock are numerous, but the most notable is certainly its specific construction, particularly in the forefoot, with a highly ventilated mesh, to allow for optimal thermoregulation. Sweat generated during ascent is certainly the number 1 enemy of the ski tourer. In fact, it's because of this dampness that cold and blisters appear. The high-performance breathability of this model makes it atrue 'game changer' in the arena of ski touring socks.
The other features of this ski sock? :
- A double grip strip - at the instep and also at the ankle - to ensure better contact between the foot and the shoe, limiting microfriction in particular and therefore the risk of blisters.
- A 200-knit needle definition for maximum precision.
- The 'In & Out' construction, i.e. without cut threads, meaning you can say goodbye to all those aches and chafes from misplaced seams or poorly placed overlay of material.
- Its composition of 36% organic merino wool, renowned for its natural softness and breathability.
- A composition based on soft, recycled fibres (polyamide and organic merino wool fibres), validated by our Ecotech label, to care for nature as much as your feet.
- These technical socks come in a unisex model, as well as a women's model.
NORDIC PERFORMANCE SKI SOCKS: THE TECHNICAL SOCK THAT CROSS-COUNTRY SKIERS NEED
For what type of skier? :
The Ski Nordic Performance socks are made for those who enjoy cranking up the cardio, pushing on the poles and gliding for hours on long, narrow skis. Here at last is a sock specially dedicated to cross-country skiers, respecting the specific needs of this special discipline.
The little bonus of this ski sock? :
As with touring ski socks, the major issue with cross-country socks lies in managing moisture and therefore limiting the appearance of troublesome rubbing or even extremely painful blisters.
This optimal thermoregulation involves two key elements here:
- ventilated mesh zones in the forefoot to wick away perspiration and prevent it from accumulating in the sock.
- A grip strip placed strategically at the ankle to limit microfriction of the foot in the shoe, and thus drastically reduce the risk of blisters.
The other features of this ski sock? :
- A 200-knit needle definition for maximum precision.
- The 'In & Out' construction, i.e. without cut threads, meaning you can say goodbye to all those aches and chafes from misplaced seams or poorly placed overlay of material.
- Firm but gentle compressive tension, giving it a real 'second skin' role.
- A composition based on soft, recycled fibres (polyamide and organic merino wool fibres), validated by our Ecotech label, to care for nature as much as your feet.
- These technical cross-country socks come in a unisex model that is suitable for both women and men.
THE 'WEEKLY SKI BOX': THE IDEAL CHRISTMAS GIFT
It's customary to hang a sock by the Christmas tree in the hope that it will be filled with presents. So why not make sure it is the best ski socks on the market? That's the idea behind the Weekly Ski Box, our weekly ski sock box designed to delight your winter sports-crazy loved ones this festive season.
This one includes 5 pairs of the Ski Comfort model, in 5 different colours. These ski socks will stand out every day of the week thanks to their level of comfort, their goptimal moisture management and their anti-blister properties. What about the weekend? Time to improvise!
