What You Need To Know About Running Socks

What You Need To Know About Running Socks | Running 101

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2 жыл бұрын

You're gonna go and buy a $275 race day shoe and then wear cotton socks? Insanity. Find out why running socks matter, what kind you should look for, and which ones we prefer. It can be a little overwhelming at first, but we break it down for you, from synthetic to merino, crew to no-show, max cushion to lite cushion. What's your favorite running sock?
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@diktromdefilm 2 жыл бұрын

My faves are the Cep crew length compression socks for being supportive for my feet and sweatwicking, thickness is not too thick not too thin. Length is nice to also support my ankles.

@that_which_is_not 2 жыл бұрын

Injinji’s all day long! Game changers!

@bpg201 2 жыл бұрын

I love the injinji toe socks. I wear them almost exclusively. Never had any blister issues. Minor drawback is taking a tiny bit longer to put on....and inevitably pulling out 3 or 4 right socks from my drawer before I can find a left!

@Believeintherun 2 жыл бұрын

Robbe once tried on two pairs of Injinji at REI, then accidentally bought 2 left socks and had to drive back the next day and switch them out

@giovanbattistafichera8439 2 жыл бұрын

after you wash and dry them, stuff one sock inside the other.

@jasonbeedon9867 7 күн бұрын

I use thorlo padded socks. They help give more cushion. I’m an older bigger runner.

@vce2103 2 жыл бұрын

Balega are the best socks I’ve had… and you right, running socks makes all the difference! No one wants chicken only on a sandwich, good socks are the Mayo 👍🏻💯👌🏻

@Reggy9 2 жыл бұрын

Jep, Feetures socks are amazing. I also love Stance, Rockay, CEP and UYN socks. All just great!

@expatadventureturkey9324 2 жыл бұрын

Agree never had Rockay. But recently purchased them and must say love them….great socks for long runs with high cushion running shoes

@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183 2 жыл бұрын

I bought Rockay calf sleeves and the Flare socks in the un-dyed silvery color (called “eco-white”) because the fabric feel particularly great. I also love that they come up a little higher on the ankle and cover the Achilles area, but are still pretty low-cut. Also love Stance but they run a bit warmer.

@shannonsides6017 2 жыл бұрын

The sock pundit! Good stuff…I don’t like the sensation of Injinji on my toes and they’re so hard to get on and off. Feetures is the way to go!

@robertcacho9030 2 жыл бұрын

Love my Steigen's!!!

@dbk81 2 жыл бұрын

Injinji socks are by far and away the best runners sock out there. They are are goofy looking, but they work amazingly.

@user-mj3fk4hg2l Жыл бұрын

Azengear compression socks are worth trying out!

@ubernostrum5531 2 жыл бұрын

Love the hat, btw

@ndi5670 Жыл бұрын

I found a brand at my local running store, OS1st. L and R specific. Really enjoying them.

@umerriaz3817 Жыл бұрын

I get pain in my right foot , just in the middle when running . Can you suggest the right sock

@plusrunning Жыл бұрын

compression and support for the lower calf is why I myself prefer longer socks, style comes 2nd lol

@OiWesty. 2 жыл бұрын

Long socks in the summer? .....madness, it still looks like you have socks on when you take them off 🤣 Have to make the most of trying to look sun kissed here in the UK. 1/4 socks for me. I was using light cushion socks but tried Nike spark lightweight socks and love them, will be sticking with lightweight thin socks for now. Love your work, keep it up. Thank you.

@NetvoTV 2 жыл бұрын

How about Nike? Multiplier vs Spark vs Spark Lightweight? Ankle vs no show and black or white too if your shoes are black and care about fashion too

@gengar678 2 жыл бұрын

I have just finished my Clifton 7 (615km). I race on the alphafly or adios pro, threshold etc on the tempo next percent, and now I need a replacement for my Clifon 7 for the big bunch of miles for marathon training. Another Clifton, the More V3 or Nike Zoom X invisible or something else even?? I want them to be nice and friendly for my feet, 80kgs with 5:20 pace on the longer zone 2 runs.

@BenjaminHo78 2 жыл бұрын

I've got pretty wide feet so most shoes I have already feel snug/tight, width-wise in the forefoot. Would injiji toe socks with the extra material between the toes make the tightness worse?

@jarrettw7753 2 жыл бұрын

I haven’t had any issues with injinji and width, although yeah I could imagine it being a slight problem with shoes where you’re already having a toebox issue. The biggest issue with injinji is how long it takes to get all your dang toes right in each spot lol

@Believeintherun 2 жыл бұрын

You shouldn't have an issue, it compresses down

@christy7061 2 жыл бұрын

I feel like spending over $20 on a pair of socks is a rite of passage for runners

@FWFWFWF 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah what I really want to know is if there are any cheap Chinese Amazon knock-offs that I can get that will do the same job at quarter of the price

@Motomamiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Жыл бұрын

I never knew this

@runabath Жыл бұрын

Man I get shoes on sale £70 the most 💰💰😳 but looking at socks 🧦

@sammatsusaka823 2 жыл бұрын

I like comfort. Everything I wear is worn inside out : )

@1angelrunner Жыл бұрын

Hurdle the new company that came out 2 months ago is so good

@MarioLima-qu8nw Ай бұрын

Interesting video, but I was expecting you to talk about the formula 1 of all running socks. Socks made with bio fibers, that are 25% lighter than synthetic fibers, 50% more breathable and 100% biodegradable. Check UYN socks from Italy, try them and probably you will never want any other. Thks

@lukevirtualgameruk3523 2 жыл бұрын

I done that spend 115 pounds on trainers then brought 6 quid socks 10 pack loool

@ljz1988 2 жыл бұрын

in America, you wear US made Icebreaker, Darn Tough, Smart Wool merino wool socks.

@Xavis0 2 жыл бұрын

Icebreaker are mostly made in China (and other parts of SEA). They were originally manufactured in New Zealand.

@ljz1988 2 жыл бұрын

@@Xavis0 damn. Fb lied to me on that one 😠

@Believeintherun 2 жыл бұрын

We do love all those brands for sure. Any merino is hard to beat.

@ra0333 2 жыл бұрын

What ASICS are those in the thumbnail

@Xavis0 2 жыл бұрын

They look kinda like the Asics Tarther Blast in Glacier Grey/Aizuri Blue.

@Believeintherun 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, the Tarther Blast. More of a lifestyle shoe.

@lpishere 2 жыл бұрын

my feet has a limited life??

@LutraLovegood Жыл бұрын

They usually last less than 100 years

@RareAirTwo4 2 жыл бұрын

Running socks can help with slightly more comfort while running but are not essential. Kenyan and Ethiopian runners, the best distance runners in the world dont wear 20 dollar socks growing up, and look how they dominate the world.

@Myrmex87 2 жыл бұрын

For some people they aren’t necessary. They are a must for me. I haven’t found a perfect sock though.

@jefreywith1f924 2 жыл бұрын

Alot of them didn't wear shoes either growing up or if they did shoes that were certainly not meant for running. Their's alot more than shoes and socks that make them great runners.

@chocolatechow7697 2 жыл бұрын

True. I believe his point is when Joe spends say 200 dollars on a pair of shoes, don't pair it with a 2 dollars socks. If my budget is 202, i would spend 180 on shoes and 22 on socks

@jefreywith1f924 2 жыл бұрын

@@chocolatechow7697 Just buy Darn Tough running socks. They have a warranty guarenteed for life. You only have to blow your budget once.

@leylahernandez1977 Жыл бұрын

They are essential for me when wearing my running shoes. Regular socks hurt my feet in them. Mind blowing.

@NutzerLive 2 жыл бұрын

Well I disagree. With plastic socks the sweat either stays inside the sock or goes outside into your shoe. First ones means stinky feet, second stinky shoes while cotton absorbs it and you put the sock into the wash.

@vce2103 2 жыл бұрын

🤦🏻‍♂️ Christ… there’s always one Ok dude… you keep washing your little cotton socks and tell the entire running world that cotton is better 👍🏻😂😂