The Darn Tough Style 1811 Men’s Function 5 OTC Padded Cushion is a men’s over-the-calf merino wool ski sock knit with targeted padded cushion at impact points — shin, heel, and underfoot. OTC height extends above the calf to protect against ski boot tops under full-length base layers, and the padded cushion absorbs pressure from ski boot buckles and tongue against the front of the leg. True Seamless toe fusion removes the toe-box seam.
The Black colorway the universal pick — disappears under any boot or pant. The merino wool blend holds warmth when wet and wicks sweat to the outside of the fabric — the reason serious skiers choose merino over synthetic ski socks. Function 5 placement targets cushion where skiers actually feel pressure instead of padding the whole foot.
Darn Tough is family-owned and knits every pair at their mill in Northfield, Vermont. Lifetime guarantee covers the ski line just like the rest of the catalog.
