One of the most underrated items when it comes to snowboard gear is a good pair of snowboard socks. The right socks will keep you warm, dry and feeling cozy all day long. The wrong pair will have you swearing by noon and sitting by the fire trying desperately to warm up your feet. We preach this to customers all day long, if your feet are uncomfortable, your day is over, and socks are a big part of that comfort.
So what do you buy? Merino wool? Acrylic? Thick and cushy? Thin and breathable? Well it all depends on you and what you like. Do you run hot? Do you sweat a lot? Are your feet always freezing? Whatever your issue is there is a sock out there that can fix it. Here is a little list of some of our favorite snowboard socks for the winter 2015 season.
Burton Weekender 2-Pack Snowboard Socks
Trust us when we say you are going to want more than one pair of socks for your weekend trip. That’s exactly why Burton make the Weekender 2-Pack socks. A killer deal for the price, the Weekender 2-pack is a great mid-weight, cushy sock that is highly comfortable and on the warmer side so for those of you that run cold, these are a great option. The blend is 80% acrylic, 18% nylon and 2% spandex so they promise to wick away moisture, insulate well and stretch so you get the ultimate in comfort. Available in both mens and women’s versions so there is a Weekender 2-pack out there for everyone
Stance Seventy Six Snowboard Socks
Show love to your country while doing your feet right with the Stance Seventy Six snowboard socks. Not only are they highly patriotic, they are also packed with tech so you are sure to feel just as American after 8 hours of shred. Some of the flashy features include a seamless toe closure and Y Gore seam, elastic arch and ankle support and an instep flex panel. All of these fancy words mean these socks are going to stay put all day and keep you warm, dry and extra comfortable. The make up goes like this – 40% wool, 40% acrylic, 19% nylon and 1% elastane. Natty light and mullet sold separately.
Stance Christianitos Snowboard Socks
If just hearing the word “wool” makes you feel itchy, you may be interested in the Stance Christianitos snowboard socks. These acrylic blend socks have extra cushioning in the shin area where your boot laces apply pressure, a deep heel pocket with Stance’s No Lift Heel Grip and traction control and strategically placed silicone assure that the sock stays perfectly in it’s place all day. Elastic arch and ankle support also grab your foot for a snug, tight fit and the seamless toe closure promises to keep your piggys perfectly cozy all day long. The blend includes: 74% acrylic, 13% polyester, 9% nylon and 4% rubber.
Burton Ultra Light Wool Snowboard Socks
The Windward staff pick favorite when it comes to snowboard socks is by far the Burton Ultra Light Wool socks. This temperature controlling, lightweight feeling, stank-controlling sock gets the job done with low bulk and high comfortability. A polypropylene reinforced footbed offers quick drying and stink reducing power. Dryride vented toe panels keep the air moving so you don’t overheat and the Stay High Comfort Band keeps the socks up high around your calf, even after a full day of riding. Elastic arch and ankle support add comfort, strategically placed padding offers a little more support where you need it and the ergonomically correct left and right foot maximize comfort, making these socks some of the best around. The blend includes: 38% acrylic, 34% nylon, 14% merino wool, 7% Nano Glide, 5% polypropylene and 2% spandex.
Burton Women’s Trillium Snowboard Socks
Ladies, if your feet have been chilly in the past, the Burton Trillium Snowboard Sock may be perfect for you. This super stretchy, quick drying, extra breathable and highly cozy midweight sock guarantees to keep you warm and dry no matter how many laps you put in at the terrain park. The footbed is cushioned for extra comfort and there are padding panels placed where you generally have pressure due to your boots so these socks alleviate all those nasty sore spots that your boot might cause. A seamless toe means no uncomfortable lines poking you during the day and the Dryride toe panels keep the air moving you are guaranteed to not overheat. The Stay High Comfort Band keeps the socks were they are supposed to be and the ergonomic left and right foot ensure a perfect fit. Ladies, treat your feet this winter with the Burton Trillium snowboard sock. The blend includes: 35% nylon, 20% merino wool, 20% acrylic, 16% polypropylene, 7% Nano Glide and 2% spandex.
Burton Women’s Merino Phase Snowboard Socks
Dubbed the “smartest socks in snowboarding”, the Burton Women’s Merino Phase sock is the best of the best. Packed with the highest technology that you can put in a snowboard sock, the Merino Phase has medium and high density padding throughout the sock, Dryride Ultrawick toe panels to keep you from overheating, elastic arch and ankle support, and the Stay High comfort band that keeps your socks where they belong. An articulated left and right foot assure perfect fit, merino wool keeps you warm while also keeping you dry and the seamless toe panel adds comfort by removing those annoying seams at the tip of your toes. We’re not saying these socks will make you a better snowboarder, but they sure are going to help you enjoy your day better by keeping your feet in tip top shape. You will be on the road to becoming a better snowboarder, with help from the Burton Women’s Merino Phase socks.
Hopefully you are on your way to your sock drawer to throw away everything that isn’t as awesome as the socks on the list. Take a look at more of our current selection: shop snowboard socks