Ice hockey is fast, skilful, but also potentially dangerous — with UphillSport 3 Layer Ice Hockey Socks, special Kevlar enforcement on the outer of the calf shaft protects skin against skate cuts. The middle layer of these socks is merino wool, excellent for breathability and maintaining a balanced temperature.These extra-long ice hockey socks, made in Finland to high quality, include many other defensive features, including hand linked toes for smooth seams, padding at the front of the ankle, a Y-shaped fitted heel and supportive grips set into the arch. All Merino Wool used in these socks is mulesing free, a procedure now regarded by many as a cruel practice.