RunningAHEAD - Topic: Need socks, any ideas?

FreeSoul87

Runs4Sanity

posted: 4/26/2013 at 10:55 AM
modified: 4/26/2013 at 10:56 AM

I thought I loved the

http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11755417&locale=en_US&clickid=prod_cs

and a Reebok brand that are multi-colored but I can't remember the name.

But I've only had them for 3 weeks and each pair already has a hole coming through near my first and second toe Sad

So any ideas or advice? I like low cut, and for some reason I really like the multi-color or different colored socks (but they don't have to be if they are good and won't wear out quickly).

*Do It For Yourself, Do It Because They Said It Was Impossible, Do It Because They Said You Were Incapable*

PRs

5k - 24:15 (7:49 min/mile pace)

10k - 51:47 (8:16 min/mile pace)

15k -1:18:09 (8:24 min/mile pace)

13.1 - 1:53:12 (8:39 min/mile pace)

26:2 - 4:14:55 (9:44 min/mile)

RSX

posted: 4/26/2013 at 11:09 AM
modified: 4/26/2013 at 11:09 AM

How do you go through socks so quickly? For daily runs I buy a bag of New Balance dry socks. For long runs I pay $10 a pair. Right now I wear either Aesics or Reebok ones for them.

Baboon

delicate flower

posted: 4/26/2013 at 11:15 AM

I guess you get what you pay for. $19 for six pairs is cheap for running socks, especially considering the abuse they go through. I buy light Adidas socks from Costco for everyday gym use. They are about the same price as the UA ones and I go through them pretty quickly. For my running socks though, I buy the $10-a-pair Balega socks. I've only busted through the toe a couple of times and after tons of miles. I have actually lost more of those socks due to the dog getting a hold of them and chewing them up. WHEN WILL I LEARN!

<3

FreeSoul87

Runs4Sanity

posted: 4/26/2013 at 11:24 AM
modified: 4/26/2013 at 11:25 AM

That is true, they were cheap Undecided , I was distracted by the colors.

I just purchased these to try out:

2 pairs of these: http://www.runningwarehouse.com/descpage-SWPUSZ.html#

3 pairs of these: http://www.runningwarehouse.com/descpage-BHCF12.html#

one pair of these:

http://www.runningwarehouse.com/descpage-SWPULMC.html#

*Do It For Yourself, Do It Because They Said It Was Impossible, Do It Because They Said You Were Incapable*

PRs

5k - 24:15 (7:49 min/mile pace)

10k - 51:47 (8:16 min/mile pace)

15k -1:18:09 (8:24 min/mile pace)

13.1 - 1:53:12 (8:39 min/mile pace)

26:2 - 4:14:55 (9:44 min/mile)

Oski 2.0

Hip Redux

posted: 4/26/2013 at 11:26 AM

I am a huge smartwool fan and I only run in wool socks. They have different thickness/styles - I find some work better than others for certain activities. But I have some that are 2-3 years old and are still going strong.

DJJan

Village people

posted: 4/26/2013 at 11:31 AM

I have some Balega socks, they are my favorite.

skot

Mostly harmless

posted: 4/26/2013 at 11:40 AM
modified: 4/26/2013 at 11:40 AM

I developed blisters after using some inexpensive socks and bought some Thorlo socks after they were recommended by someone. I've been running exclusively in these for a couple years now and have been blister free.

https://www.thorlo.com/socks/xccu/132

"It doesn’t matter how often you do it or how much you accomplish, in general, not running is a lot easier than running." - Meb Keflezighi

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Uffda

posted: 4/26/2013 at 11:42 AM

I've got 6 pairs from Fitsok and they have done very well. I have 3 pair of the CF2 and 3 pair of the F4. They were spendy but they haven't worn. Pretty neat little socks, I'll probably go back.

- Andrew

jamezilla

flashlight and sidewalk

posted: 4/26/2013 at 11:43 AM

Check out Darn Tough Socks

Made in the USA, Unconditional Lifetime Guarantee. Expensive, and don't lose one, but a quality product.

I bought these for Christmas presents for everyone and they have become everyone's favorite socks. I have several pairs to run in and several pairs to wear with work boots...never an issue.

**Ask me about streaking**

fourouta5

Healed Hammy

posted: 4/26/2013 at 11:47 AM

+1 for Balega's although I struggle to pay $9 for one pair of socks. I have had good luck with a regular low cut running sock from Dicks, 3 pair for I think $12 or so. What I would recommend is making sure the socks fit well. Loose will bring on blisters, too tight will wear through the toes.

FreeSoul87

Runs4Sanity

posted: 4/26/2013 at 11:47 AM

Quote from jamezilla on 4/26/2013 at 11:43 AM:

Check out Darn Tough Socks

Made in the USA, Unconditional Lifetime Guarantee. Expensive, and don't lose one, but a quality product.

I bought these for Christmas presents for everyone and they have become everyone's favorite socks. I have several pairs to run in and several pairs to wear with work boots...never an issue.

And they have pretty ones too!

*Do It For Yourself, Do It Because They Said It Was Impossible, Do It Because They Said You Were Incapable*

PRs

5k - 24:15 (7:49 min/mile pace)

10k - 51:47 (8:16 min/mile pace)

15k -1:18:09 (8:24 min/mile pace)

13.1 - 1:53:12 (8:39 min/mile pace)

26:2 - 4:14:55 (9:44 min/mile)

racecat

Goddess of the Cuisine

posted: 4/26/2013 at 11:49 AM
modified: 4/26/2013 at 11:49 AM

I bought a three-pack of Asics socks at an expo and have not been disappointed. Mine look like these, only the socks I got were solid colors. I would buy them again.

http://www.runningwarehouse.com/descpage-AWILSW.html

I also have a pair of DeFeet socks I like to wear for running.

In transit, arriving on time.

Love the Half