Our Favorite Sealskinz Socks Tested & Fully Reviewed
Sealskinz socks are well-known among outdoor enthusiasts because they’re completely waterproof and perfect for all things outdoors. These socks will protect your feet when the weather goes unplanned or when you run into puddle filled areas in unfamiliar trails. So, if you find yourself in these situations often than a pair of Sealskinz socks will be a perfect addition to your fitness gear.
Standout Picks
10 Best Sealskinz Socks
1. Running Socklet
A thinner sock made specifically for running. The Sealskinz running socklet is available in one colorway that blends blue and grey. Like other Sealskinz socks, the socklet is made of waterproof and windproof material. There's also a Merino wool liner. Because of their waterproofing and their ability to provide extra warmth, the socks are a little thicker than some runners may be used to. Keep this in mind when considering your purchase.
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The socks are thick enough to provide warmth but are made of nylon and elastane to ensure movement in the sock feels natural. A Merino wool interior wicks away sweat and moisture from other sources. This results in a comfortable wear experience since feet never feel like they're soaking in water. Even with a waterproof design, the socks are capable of ventilating. An elastic specifically placed at the ankle provides support, too.
Length
The lower height of the sock makes it a good choice for warmer weather, but it's high enough to keep the ankle protected from chafing and rubbing.
Waterproofing
The socks are the perfect choice for runners who frequently train in wet conditions or just after heavy rainfall. Puddles are no match for these socks. The material is waterproof and also keeps the wind at bay.
Thickness
The socks are not as thick as most on this list but are likely a little thicker than some runners are used to. The extra thickness provides extra padding for comfort, impact protection, and helps to keep blisters at bay. The extra thickness also helps with wind protection.
2. Mid Weight Knee Length
These Sealskinz brand socks are a waterproof pair made explicitly for mountain bikers. The fully waterproof sock comes in four colors and four sizes from small to extra large. The socks are are windproof making them an excellent option for fast rides on the bike. The socks are also backed by a lifetime guarantee from Sealskinz.
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The Sealskinz brand socks are well-padded to reduce chafing and enhance comfort. Flat seams are also present to keep feet from rubbing against fabric. The socks are made of nylon and elastane for a combination of stretch and comfort. The socks' unique Stretchdry technology ensures the Sealskinz MTB sock soaks up moisture and keeps the wind out yet still breathes. Inside, the liner features Merino wool for quick drying. Even when wet, the socks keep feet warm.
Length
The semi-thick waterproof mountain biking socks are knee-length, so they offer more coverage. They can be worn under pants or with shorts to ensure wind does not cause the rider to get excessively cold.
Waterproofing
The socks are totally waterproof and protect wearers from biting winds. Despite this 100% waterproof design, the socks are also breathable thanks to a liner that's made of Merino wool. This ensures that any moisture trapped within the sock dries quickly and even when wet, provides some warmth.
Thickness
The socks offer mid-range thickness which means there's a bit of padding underfoot. The medium weight also keeps wearers warm. The sock also offers support to wearers in the ankle area.
3. Hiking Mid Knee with Helicase Sock Ring
A Sealskinz sock made for hiking but with a higher knee length cut for maximum protection from the elements and the cold. Available in four colors and four sizes, this is another Sealskinz sock that is 100% waterproof and windproof.
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The breathable Sealskinz hiking sock protects from water without sacrificing ventilation, so you get the best of both worlds as you enjoy the outdoors. A Merino wool interior keeps moisture and temperature controlled to ensure the comfort level of the wearer. The socks are a little thicker, so there's a nice bit of padding.
Length
This particular Sealskinz brand sock features a knee-length cut which provides superior protection. A higher cut is a good choice for those heading out in very bad weather, trekking in deep snow, or those who just want extra protection from the wind and other elements.
Waterproofing
Naturally, like other Sealskinz socks, the Hiking Mid Knee sock provides exceptional waterproofing. The sock also protects from wind.
Thickness
These Sealskinz hiking socks are a little thicker than some others. They are rated three on the Sealskinz thermal rating scale. This means they're a good option for hikes in cooler weather.
4. Trekking Thick Mid
A windproof and waterproof mid-height sock that provides both warmth and comfort thanks to its high performing Merino wool liner. These are thicker than other Sealskinz socks, so they provide maximum warmth for longer excursions. They are backed by a lifetime guarantee. These are perfect for winter activities.
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The socks are made of a combo of nylon and elastane with a hydrophilic layer that keeps moisture away from your feet and into the sock. Inside, there's a Merino wool layer that promotes a warm and dry environment. The thicker design of these socks ensures the wearer stays both warm and comfortable even when it gets cold or very wet.
Length
The socks are a mid-calf length which provides a bit more protection than your standard ankle length socks. This makes these a good option for wearing inside winter boots. A little extra length keeps more of your foot and leg protected from puddles and the elements.
Waterproofing
There's no surprise that these are another waterproof (and windproof) option from Sealskinz. The thickness of the sock might lead one to believe that moisture would make things heavy and cumbersome but that's not the case. Instead, the Merino wool and hydrophilic layer keep moisture away from the body, keep things dry, and ensure your feet stay warm.
Thickness
These socks are thicker than other Sealskinz sock products since they have a thermal rating of 4. The thicker design ensures these are ready for cold weather and can protect against extreme temperatures, even when things get wet. The interior Merino lining is thicker than with other Sealskinz socks as well.
5. Ankle Walking
For walking in warmer wet weather, these Sealskinz socks are a great option. They're thinner (but still have some of that comfortable padding) and still provide exceptional waterproofing and windproofing. They are available in the four standard sizes from Sealskinz and three colorways.
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The socks are a little thinner than the heavyweight hiking socks offered by Sealskinz but still provide a nice supportive fit with exceptional moisture control thanks to a Merino lining. They are breathable and protection with a soft exterior that feels great to the touch. Flat seams keep blisters at bay, and the elastic ankle construction keeps the socks in place.
Length
The socks are ankle height, which offers decent protection. For maximum protection, it might be best to look into Sealskinz knee high options.
Waterproofing
The socks are waterproof and windproof just like other Sealskinz brand socks. The waterproofing doesn't hurt the socks' ability to breathe and ensure a regulated interior temperature. The Merino wool lining is a great help since it regulates temperature by wicking moisture all while ensuring warmth.
Thickness
The socks are rated a two on Sealskinz's thermal rating scale. Despite their categorization as a thin sock, they are more close to mid weight.
6. Mid Length Walking
Made for walking, these Sealskinz socks are mid-calf length and thinner than our first two picks. Like the rest of the socks on this list, they're fully waterproof and windproof. They come in three colors including tan and black. The Sealskinz Lifetime Guarantee is another bonus that comes with these socks.
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They're a little less padded than most of the other options on our list. These walking specific socks are thinner but also lighter making them a perfect option for warmer days. Going camping on a rainy spring or summer day? These Sealskinz socks are a good choice. The socks feature a soft exterior feel without sacrificing durability. The quick dry Merino wool feels nice against the skin while also helping to conserve warmth. Flat seams keep feet from experiencing any kind of rubbing or chafing.
Length
The Sealskinz walking socks are mid-calf length but are thin enough for warmer days. They offer a balance of protection and breathability.
Waterproofing
The walking specific Sealskinz socks are 100% waterproof and windproof. Thanks to Merino wool, even when the socks get wet, they don't make the feet cold and dry fairly quickly. Merino wool also helps to ensure bacteria doesn't proliferate.
Thickness
The walking socks are thinner than most of the options on this list which makes them a good choice for walks on hotter days on wet trails. If you'll be trekking through muddy, wet areas but it's hot out, this sock is the perfect option. Although they are thinner than some of our other options, Polycolon material ensures they are durable and stand up over time.
7. Thermal Liner
A liner from Sealskinz made to be used with any of their socks. They are made of Merino wool to enhance breathability and add more warmth. They are a good option for very cold days. Available in black and two sizes, the liners can also be worn by themselves since they fit just like a sock.
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The Sealskinz liners are specifically made to add extra comfort underneath regular Sealskinz socks. They can be worn solo but either way, they add padding and provide extra warmth. The Merino wool construction ensures that any moisture picked up from the body or puddles is wicked away efficiently.
Length
The liner socks cover the ankle for a little bit of extra coverage. They're meant to be worn under Sealskinz socks but can be worn by themselves. Keep in mind, they're not waterproof or windproof, so the extra bit of length is helpful if you plan to wear them alone.
Waterproofing
The Sealskinz liners are not waterproof or windproof, but they're still made of Merino wool which is extremely effective when it comes to wicking away moisture. The breathable construction also ensures that the sock ventilates but keeps feet warm even when sopping wet.
Thickness
The liners are fairly thin and not windproof but are meant to be worn underneath regular Sealskinz brand socks to provide a bit of extra padding and comfort. Worn alone, they're thin enough to be used for wet weather hikes or activities in hotter weather.
8. MTB Mid With Hydrostop
A pair of mountain biking socks with a mid-calf height and Hydrostop material. The Sealskinz mountain biking socks come in four stylish colorways and four sizes. They are totally wind and waterproof. The socks are also mid weight helping to provide warmth and padding for comfort.
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The mountain biking specific Sealskinz socks are made with midweight padding to ensure a comfortable wear experience and help keep feet warm. Support comes from an elasticized ankle design, and extra comfort comes thanks to the flat seams on the forefoot. The Hydrostop design is ultra waterproof, but it should be noted that the design creates a seal that may become uncomfortable if worn for long periods of time.
Length
The socks come up halfway on the calf which offers protection and comfort to the wearer.
Waterproofing
The MTB Sealskinz socks are made of a special Hydrostop material which keeps water out from all angles. At the ankle, there's no need to worry about water coming in because of this technology. A seal is created to keep moisture out. There's also a moisture-wicking Merino liner.
Thickness
The Hydrostop Sealskinz socks are mid-weight, so they provide warmth and padding. They are a thicker sock so be sure to try them out with your shoes to ensure you don't feel too snug inside your footwear.
9. Waterproof Chill Blocker
Made with cold, wet weather in mind these Chill Blocker socks have a special fleece interior and unique moisture transfer membrane and an exterior made of stretchy material so that the socks are comfortable to wear.
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A three-layer design makes these Sealskinz Chill Blocker socks comfortable to wear. The outer layer is flexible and soft while the two inner layers work to keep wearers warm and dry.
Length
The socks are a bit higher than ankle length for a little extra protection. Good for times when the trails are filled with deep puddles.
Waterproofing
An MVT middle layer (also called the Moisture Vapor Transfer layer) helps to ensure wearers do not get their activities cut short by water infiltration. The waterproof design keeps wearers comfortable and keeps water completely out. Unfortunately, some users did point out that the waterproofing lacks durability.
Thickness
The interior is made of fleece, so these are a bit thicker than other options made with Merino wool. They are meant to protect users from the cold in wet weather.
10. Mid Length Hiking
A pair of waterproof Sealskinz socks made for hiking. The socks are totally waterproof and come in various colors including black, tan, and purple. Sizes range from small to extra large. The hiking socks also protect users from wind and have a mid-calf height which helps to protect ankles from the cold.
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The waterproof mid-weight Sealskinz socks provide some padding which helps to protect users from the cold, but they aren't so heavy that they feel overly bulky. The lining of the socks is made of Merino wool which helps to turn cold wetness into warm protection. The socks also feature a no-seam forefoot to prevent chafing. The socks include Stretchdry tech which keeps users comfortable thanks to stretchy waterproof and breathable material.
Length
The Sealskinz socks are made for hiking and come up about halfway on the calf which makes them good for cooler days when the wind might get inside your pants.
Waterproofing
The Sealskinz hiking socks are fully waterproof, and they also protect users from windy conditions. The socks are also made to ventilate and dry quickly thanks to a Merino Wool liner. Even if you happen to step inside a puddle, the sock will dry quickly and even if sopping wet, will produce warmth to ensure your toes don't become little popsicles.
Thickness
The hiking socks are made of a mid-weight material. The mid-range thickness ensures wearers have some padding for comfort and stay warm. Perfect for hiking, the socks have some cushion for long treks on the trails and extra thickness to keep feet warm.
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