Smartwool

Athlete Edition Approach Mini Sock - Men's

Designed for long approaches on faint trails, picking through steep scree fields, and spending long periods of time in the alpine, the Smartwool PhD Pro Approach Mini Sock is a dependable mountain partner. An extra helping of cushioning protects your feet against built-up friction from your shoes, while two different elastics work together to maintain the sock's shape and prevent uncomfortable bunching. Mapped mesh ventilation prevents your feet from overheating and soaking your socks as you work up steep switchbacks with your heavy pack. Smartwool completed this alpine-oriented accessory with a cushioned welt to protect your sensitive ankle bones from getting nipped by the soles of your shoes or bruised by stray rocks.