We review some of the best cycling socks available on the market. We compare summer, winter and fun cycling socks.
Best Summer Cycling Socks
Summer cycling socks are meant for 5 degrees celsius/41 degrees fareinheit or warmer.
Thirty48 Cycling Socks
These are the best cycling socks on the market, they are great for everyone. These socks wick the moisture away from the foot keeping you cool and dry and reducing the chances of hot foot. The fabric is made of a germ killing poly blend. These cycling socks are even designed differently for each foot giving them support where necessary and better airflow.
Thirty48 cycling socks are perfect for everyday cycling as they are designed to last. If you plan to do a race and want the best race sock on the market, then you should look at something a little bit thinner like the next sock we review.
Price: $10
Castelli Rosso Corsa
These socks are expensive for a reason, it is an amazing sock it fits so snug and well that you can’t tell where your foot ends and the sock begins. They will feel dry unless you are in a rainstorm, and they are made of Meryl Skinlife antibacterial fibers.
Save these socks for special occasions as they are top of the line. They work well in extreme temperatures and come in 6cm, 9cm and 13cm ankle heights.
Price: $10 – $17
Best Winter Cycling Socks
Winter socks are more about warmth than performance, but picking the right ones is an art just as much as a science. The two winter socks reviewed below are good up to -5 degress celsius/23 degrees fahrenheit. If you want to bike in colder weather make sure to put toe covers on and dress appropriately.
DeFeet Woolie Boolie
These breathable, high-quality, mid-weight merino wool cycling socks provide warmth and comfort when cycling in cold conditions. This multi-purpose mid weight merino wool sock has padding for warmth but does not bring the bulkiness generally attributed to something so warm.
These socks are durable and dry very quickly.
Price: $10 – $16
Pearl Izumi Ride Elite Termal Wool Socks
An ultra warm winter sock predominately made from merino wool with a flat toe seem for comfort. Extra cushioning under the foot and great arch compression.
Light fleece lined interior for added warmth.
Price: $13 – $20
Fun Cycling Socks
Fun socks can be an expression of who you are, or just put on to make you smile.
SockGuy Beer Socks
Looking to draw a comment from someone or you just enjoy beer?
They are not cheap novelty socks, they are designed by the SockGuys who are known for their quality. This is still a nice lightweight breathable cycling sock.
Price: $6 – $10
DeFeet Joy Rides Socks
DeFeet has a great assortment of fun cycling socks.
Price: $6 – $12
Other Fun Cycling Socks