Which Running Socks
GGB
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1000 mile ones all the way, cost about 8-9 pounds a pair, but its so worth it. I have 4 pairs, different ones for each type of condition/training, my favourites are the trail ones I think they are, they have an extra lining, which makes them really comfy!
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What runing socks do you wear and which are the best - not too expensive
I bought a new pair of trainers a few months ago and got blisters, this was because of incorrect fit , not my socks - maybe 1000 mile sock may have save me but at least I now know that the trainers were wrong for me!.
Ankle socks - £5 for 3 pairs can't beat it!
Currently I run in two pairs of ankle sports socks which feel quite tight and stop me fiddling with them quite so much. This will be rather hot in summer though wonder if compression socks might be better?
What do people do in races? Putting socks on in transition is annoying! I've had running without socks suggested to me but whenever I try I get blisters. Should I persevere?
The main thing to do is just to practice running without socks to get used to it. Start off with short runs and slowly build up to help harden the skin where you would be getting blisters. If you still find you are getting blisters you can try vaseline in your trainers where your feet rub, this should stop it
I think I will try this when it gets a wee bit warmer. I think the problem last year was that I was a wuss and gave up at the first sign of a blister. Thanks.
When the weather gets warmer I lose the socks to get my feet used to cycling / running sockless in races. Normally apply a bit of Compeed or Body Glide around my heel to help. They blister at first but harden up after a while - short term pain for long term (transition) gain!
Coat anything likely to rub (seams however small & edge of tongue in particular) with vaseline or similar. Wear them around the house to bed them in. Anywhere there is a bit of soreness then apply more vaseline to the shoe. Do this before training in them & on your first run take a pair of socks with you just in case. If in doubt more vaseline. I also coat around the heel & anywhere else the shoe is likely to snag when slipping them on in a race.
So far no blisters & faster T2s
The low ankle socks don't peek out above the shoes - which stops them getting wet from rain/puddles etc which is great as they can hold a lot of water. The compression socks are so tight that they don't pick up moisture. I wouldn't win a fashion contest, but don't care!
It's a combination that works - but I am a great such for technical clothing and will trying anything new that I see advertised!!