Wigwam Snow Sirocco Review

The Wigwam Sirocco is constructed with 42% wool and a collection of synthetic materials that provides decent performance on the mountain. While it's certainly not our favorite, we do appreciate its great durability and its basic functionality that will have you up and down the mountain comfortably on most days.

Performance Comparison

Somedays are better low-angle in the backcountry! Here Eddy enjoys a cold day of skiing while wearing the Wigwam Sirocco.

Comfort & Construction

While the Sirocco feels cozy and comfortable when you first slip it on, putting it into a pair of boots is a different story. The toe box is quite boxy and moves around quite a bit in the boot. While the sock feels nice and thick, this thickness compacts quickly under pressure to the point where it feels like there is little to no insulation underfoot. Also, the construction of this sock is sub-optimal, consisting of a long tube of material without any areas of compression or ventilation. Good comfort when worn on its own, but it could use some work to wear on the hill.

As a midweight wool-synthetic blend ski sock (that feels like a heavyweight option) offers decent performance for most winter sports. Unfortunately, it is one of the coldest socks tested (despite its thickness) and isn't the most comfortable.

Warmth

We wore this sock on a super cold morning while skiing at the Telluride ski resort. We were surprised at the lack of warmth when dry and even more surprised when the sock got a little wet. Overall, while it is thick, it's not very warm. The integrated wool does insulate but not as well as competitors. If you're seeking a warm sock for super cold days, this is not it…opt for a thinner option that can breathe a little better with wool that doesn't compress under pressure.

Breathability

With a super heave construction, the synthetic-wool blend still has a really hard time drying and wicking away moisture. While the fibers in the interior of the sock have nice big fibers for wicking capabilities, they don't work when under pressure. In addition, the material that is comprised of primarily wool (we aren't sure what kind) with some wicking elements integrated (42% Wool, 24% Stretch Nylon, 21% Polypropylene, 7% Stretch Polyester, 5% Olefin, 1% Spandex) doesn't really do a great job, according to our testers after many days on the slopes. Therefore, it's not recommended where performance is of supreme importance.

Skinning into our hut meant getting up in the morning when temps dipped just below zero degrees Fahrenheit. It also meant skinning for five hours. On this escapade, it got wet (from the sweat of our feet), held the moisture, and didn't wick very well.

Fit

With a thicker construction, it's a bit too thick to be worn with a tight-fitting ski boot. Our snowboarders and skiers with a looser fit thought the fit was okay. The toe box is a bit big and the sock did bunch up in the front of the boot for a few of our testers. The length of the sock is just right, offering lots of coverage.

A thicker construction that offers full coverage.

Durability

Tough and durable. After a few months of use, we noticed little to no wear and tear, even after wearing consecutively for several days on end. Only some minor pilling. Overall, a great workhorse that should last for many years to come. We also like the lifetime guarantee they are backed by.

While the bottom of the boot shows a tiny bit of compaction, we are happy with the durability of this wool-synthetic blend. Its fibers bounce back and it's a reliable option.

Value

The Sirocco provides a decent value given that it's got a great level of durability. However, since it doesn't wick or breath very well, this sock may leave a sweatier skier out in the cold. There are less expensive options that present a better value when looking at skiing or snowboarding as a specific sport.

Snowboarding on a cloudy day in the Wigwam Sirocco.

Conclusion