The Darn Tough Style 8044 Men’s Function X OTC Midweight with Padded Shin is a men’s over-the-calf merino wool ski sock knit with midweight cushion under the foot and an added padded panel at the front of the shin. The shin pad absorbs pressure from the ski boot tongue against the lower leg — one of the most common pain points on long ski days. True Seamless toe construction removes the toe-box seam.
The Black colorway the universal pick — disappears under any boot or pant. Midweight cushion is the workhorse ski sock spec — enough density to insulate and absorb impact, compact enough to fit inside performance ski boots without squeezing the foot. Merino wool holds warmth when wet and wicks sweat to the outside of the sock.
Darn Tough is family-owned and knits every pair at their mill in Northfield, Vermont. Lifetime guarantee covers the ski line just like hiking and boot socks.
