Higher State Freedom Lite Trainer Socks (6 Pack)

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And they're available in a range of colours — we're partial to the blue grey — as well as men's sizes. They’re my go-to for 20-milers during marathon training because they stay put and don’t bunch or slide, even when I’m moving for hours and my feet start to swell. They have soft, terry-like cushioning all the way up the heel so there’s no chance those new running shoes are rubbing, and a seamless toe adds to the blister-preventative party. Plus, the taller five-inch cuff—you can choose between designs of festive evergreens, snowflakes, or polar bears! The socks are also thin and comfortable to wear for long runs, and there is also a shorter version if you don’t want any part of your calves covered.

They’re not the most exciting-looking socks available and they lose some of their soft feel after a few washes, but they match the performance of socks that cost twice as much. The additional cushioning also helps to assist with reducing targeted pressure on the foot which could cause blistering to occur. One tester wore the socks throughout her training for a winter half marathon, and liked the socks enough to toe the start line in them. But, here’s a little secret: nobody sees them when they’re inside your shoe doing exactly what they’re supposed to – preventing blisters. It’s almost certainly all in my mind, but anything that makes you feel better while running is a good thing.Made from a blend of nylon, polyester, and a pinch of spandex, the sock is smooth but not too slippery; our RW news editor Theo Kahler found the textured footbed and cushioning created just enough friction to keep him planted inside his trainers. Previously I’d run in Inov8s but whilst they score well on the grip, I tended to find them too narrow a fit. Simply pulling on the perfect pair of socks can do away with any motivational misgivings before a run. On my rainy race morning, these felt well-padded but not heavy, even after being in wet conditions for more than two hours.

But it’s unlikely you will wear this sock down; we found it to be the most durable, lightweight wool model. For an antimicrobial sock that covers beyond the ankle, we’ve been grabbing a completely new-to-us brand from our test pile. I’ve taken up speedwork and long runs again, so I’d like to believe these help me recover on my easy runs,” she added.Even in hot weather they didn’t overheat my feet, although you may feel a warm glow when wearing them because for every pair bought Bombas donates a pair of socks to a homeless shelter. For that reason, they’ve also become my go-t0 pair for cycling,” said one tester, who spins extra miles on the bike during his NYC Marathon training. However, without the support of some high-quality socks, problems such as blisters, overheating and discomfort can persist.

When your socks look this good, it makes no sense at all to hide them away by opting for the low or mid versions.

The merino wool feels cushioned without being too hot thanks to a breathable upper and they didn't slip at all during the run. They come in a multitude of colours which always baffles me with fell running shoes because the minute you hit the fells the shoes all adopt the same mud colour anyway. The benefits of using compression socks during runs are still debated but while managing an achilles niggle, I have felt more comfortable using long compression socks for harder or longer runs. But there's no need to be worried about sweaty feet – these socks feature a unique membrane that draws moisture away from the feet, allowing skin to breathe comfortably. The Lite Anklet is a breathable, lightweight two-layer sock that’s made with REPREVE recycled materials.

It's best to avoid cotton because it holds moisture and traps it against your skin, which causes blisters in the summer and coldness in the winter,' says Paterson.

These run socks from Falke, while not as stretchy as some, are made with cooling polyester yarns for comfortable temperatures as you clock up the miles. They didn’t move a bit on a hike up the lower half of Mount Madison in New Hampshire during a thunderstorm,” said Dengate. These pleasingly stretchy socks (you can thank the Nylon and elastane) feel cool as you put them on and are made with Merino wool for excellent temperature regulation. Many socks are soft when you put them on, but that softness can mean they’re also moisture-absorbent or fragile. And with that, you still have the option to spice up your race or daily run with flowers, stripes, camo, Disney characters, and dozens of artist collaborations.