Yes, in most cases. Compression sleeves with 5-10mm padding are designed to be low-profile and fit under standard ski pants without visible bulk. However, very tight-fitting race-style pants may show a slight outline. If you wear slim-fit ski pants, look for sleeves at the thinner end of the range (5-7mm padding) and test the fit before committing.
Ski Knee Pads · Compression Knee Sleeves
Will compression knee sleeves fit under my ski pants without being visible?
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