What we want from good ski socks is for them to keep our feet warm, dry and, if possible, pain-free! At Therm-ic, we've put all our expertise into making this simple promise a reality. We've also acquired the American brand Dissent, a benchmark in the design of high-performance ski socks, to make the most of their expertise in compression technologies and develop the ultimate ski sock.
Why are compression socks the new benchmark for comfort, insulation and breathability? Why are compression socks the best socks for protecting your feet from the cold, whether you're downhill skiing, snowboarding or ski touring? And what are the most innovative models to slip into your ski boots this winter? Find out all the answers to these questions in this article dedicated to our new compression socks for skiing: the Dissent GFX socks!
"Dissent's mission is to take the best of their expertise in compression technologies and develop the ultimate ski sock.
Why wear compression socks when skiing?
Before answering this question, we think it's important to briefly explain what a compression sock is: a high-layer sock that exerts a slight pressure on your legs, particularly the feet, calves and knees, to help the blood circulate. This technology is widely used in the world of running, where compression socks are valued for their ability to optimise performance and speed up recovery. These benefits are duplicated in ski boots, where they offer even more advantages in terms of protecting your feet from cold, damp and fatigue.
So what are the benefits of compression socks for winter sports? And how do they differ from classic ski socks? :
- First of all, targeted compression activates blood circulation, which produces the same benefits as when running: overall, muscles are less tired, have better circulation and recover more quickly, so perform better. With compression socks, your legs stay lighter for longer on the slopes.
- You'll feel warmer! You've probably already experienced that numb feeling that grips your frozen toes. With compression, blood and therefore heat reaches your feet more quickly, reducing the risk of them feeling numb from the cold.
- Compression technology comes with an anatomical fit that maximises comfort: the compression sock doesn't wrinkle and limits rubbing. Forget about those recurring warm-ups and blisters that ruin your days on the slopes!
- This anatomical fit also means minimal energy loss between your feet and your skis. In concrete terms, you'll have more precise and powerful support: you'll become one with the snow!
- Finally, compression socks provide maximum stability for your muscles, tendons and joints. This support reduces the risk of falls and injuries, because your legs are less tired and your coordination is optimised.
‘With compression, blood and therefore heat reaches your feet more quickly, which reduces the risk of them becoming numb from the cold’.
