Your feet need a lightweight barrier between their skin and your shoe, but they don't need a bunch of squishy padding that keeps you from responding appropriately on your pedals. The DeFeet Mont Ventoux Sock fits that bill to a tee with its lightweight knit and synthetic materials that form a thin layer of protection. This sock wicks away your perspiration to keep your foot comfortable, and dries quickly to reduce your risk of blisters. The Ventoux grid cuff keeps the sock from sliding around, and the crew height keeps dirt and dust from sneaking in to give you hot spots.