We all take running socks for granted. If they are bad, they are really bad. They can give you blisters or have seams that rub all the wrong places and they can make you miserable. But if they are good, you don’t even notice them enough to think about those things that make them bad. That’s what makes a sock review so hard.. you have to make a conscious effort to pay attention because when…
Runners tend to love new running gear. When a bright new shoe makes it’s debut or a great new hydration vest comes out on the market, we’re all there for it. But socks? Well, we don’t seem to get as excited for socks and it’s really too bad that they are taken for granted so often. Because honestly, a good pair of running socks is as important to our training as anything else you put…
If you’re an active person like I am, socks matter. Runners go on and on about shoes, but without good socks, those shoes aren’t going to matter half as much. CM Socks recently reached out to me and asked if I would be willing to review their Prevent Sprain Technology (PST) socks and I was fully on board to try this technology. Ankle sprains are among the most frequent injury in many sports, and the…
In a year when I watched Rudolph the Red Nosed reindeer on Halloween, I see absolutely no reason not to sport my new red and green running socks all the way through winter. And since these compression ones will help with my recovery, that is just an added bonus. Lily Trotters has crafted a variety of options for keeping your feet and legs well supported, including compression socks, crew socks, and calf sleeves. Some options…
Nikki’s Impressions I was intrigued by the Lasso Compression Socks when I found out that they were based on the science of ankle tape. Lasso studied kinesio-taping and ankle braces to create an “all in one ankle support solution.” I’ve spent a lot of time getting several parts of my feet, ankles, and even legs taped up in creative ways by sports medicine doctors in an effort to power through a race. I never had…
Jenny’s Impressions: So I have this thing against wool anything. Whenever I was forced to wear it growing up, it was itchy, uncomfortable, horrible and I couldn’t wait until I could take it off. Even though I have heard that wool is the way to go for running socks, I’ve avoided them and have always chosen cotton. That might change, though, now that I have tried out the Farm to Feet socks! I was given…
Compression socks have been part of my running (and every day) apparel for quite some time now. I use them during long runs, during recovery, and any time I’m anticipating sitting or standing for a long time, including long flights and car rides. As is true with all gear, it is not all created equally. My first impression of Feetures Elite Graduated Compression Socks socks was very positive! They were easy to put on (with the tightest spot…
You have probably heard of Injinji socks before. In the world of running and outdoors socks, they definitely stand out as they are the individually toed socks, allowing you the freedom to wiggle your toes all you want. I had the pleasure of recently testing out Injinji’s brand new Ultra Compression OTC Socks. First, let me give you a little background on Injinji. Toe socks are their thing. They create some wonderful performance toe socks to accompany…
Run Oregon sometimes receives products to review. In this post, Run Oregon’s Abby Meek reviews CEP compression socks. Company: CEP Compression Product: Women’s Dynamic + Run Ultralight No Show Socks & Women’s Dynamic +Run Ultralight Short Socks. Price: $18.50 & $22.50 Description: “Runners already know all about them: running legwear and socks from CEP. CEP set one of the most noticeable fashion trends in running in recent years with its brash knee socks. Initially mocked as thrombosis…
X31 Sports sent a few products to our Run Oregon blogging core. Geli and Brian have been trying some out over the past few weeks and are reporting in with their experiences. Product: Knee High Compression Running Socks Price: $19.99 (reduced from $39.99) Description: The Knee High Compression Running Socks for Men or Women by X31 Sports, are the ideal sock for any athlete, whether they are running, cycling or just recovering from a hard training session. Graduated…
