{"id":4326,"date":"2010-09-03T12:54:13","date_gmt":"2010-09-03T18:54:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.openairlife.com\/blog\/?p=4326"},"modified":"2010-09-03T12:54:13","modified_gmt":"2010-09-03T18:54:13","slug":"socks-are-on-my-mind-really-my-feet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.openairlife.com\/blog\/socks-are-on-my-mind-really-my-feet\/","title":{"rendered":"Socks Are On My Mind, Really My Feet."},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"smartresize\" class=\"smartresize\" style=\"margin: 5px; vertical-align: middle;\" src=\"images\/stories\/darntough1.jpg\" alt=\"Darn Tough Sock\" width=\"400\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The inside outside look into socks.\u00a0 There are many different types of socks; different thicknesses, sizes and materials. The most important difference to me is the material that a sock is made of.\u00a0 I think you should stay away from 100% cotton. Cotton will not wick the moisture away from the feet like other materials will. I have enjoyed socks that are a blend of natural and synthetic materials. One of my favorite is made out of bamboo, crazy to think that socks can be made out of bamboo.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Polyester and acrylic socks make a good choice, they have great wicking proporties. Wool is also another great option and is my pick during my winter runs.\u00a0 I also like a thicker sock for some added cushioning.\u00a0 Most running or outdoor stores will carry a few of these different socks. One thing that you will find, is that these sock will set you back a few more dollars than a cotton sock. But it is worth every penny to spend a little more on your feet. There are so many different kinds of socks that a guy could look all day long.\u00a0 But I will give a short run down of a few of the available running socks.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Darn Tough Vermont Merino Wool 1\/4 Sock Mesh <\/strong><\/span><br \/>(Pictured above)<strong><br \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Product Features<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Open mesh  knitting on the top of foot. <\/li>\n<li>Reinforced heel and toe. <\/li>\n<li>Elastic support  around the arch.<\/li>\n<li>Content: 68% Merino Wool, 28% Nylon, 4%  Lycra\u00ae Spandex<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Smartwool Men PhD Running Light Micro Sock<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/stories\/smartwool.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Product Features<br \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Micro height, 4 degree banded fit system for performance fit, Duroyan reinforcement for added comfort and durability <\/li>\n<li>Light half-cushioned, WOW technology for high density impact zones to reduce shock and abrasion, Versatile outdoor sock <\/li>\n<li>Strategic mesh zones for maximum ventilation, Smartwool appears on bottom of sock <\/li>\n<li>Smartwool inside for moisture, temperature and odor control <\/li>\n<li>Padded achilles tab for protection and secure fit<\/li>\n<li>Content: 74% Wool, 23% Nylon and 3% Elastic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Thorlo Men&#8217;s Lite Running Micro-Mini with Coolmax Sock<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/stories\/thorlos.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Product Features<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Exclusive THOR\u2022LON\u00ae construction wicks moisture better. <\/li>\n<li>Thick cushioning for maximum blister, shear and impact protection.<\/li>\n<li>Cushioning over the toes to prevent runner&#8217;s toe.<\/li>\n<li>Flat knit at instep; thin cushion in arch for better fit and support.<\/li>\n<li>Content: 70% CoolMax\u00a9, 27% nylon 3% spandex. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Teko Men&#8217;s Tekomerino Light Minicrew Socks<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/stories\/teko.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Product Features<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Organic, chlorine-free tekoMERINO wool wicks moisture. <\/li>\n<li>Seamless toes, arch brace, articulated Y-heel <\/li>\n<li>Strike-zone cushioning in footbed <\/li>\n<li>Comfort-stretch zones <\/li>\n<li>Content: 58% tekoMERINO Organic Wool, 20% tekoPOLY Recycled Polyester, 19% Nylon, 3% Lycra<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Feetures! Pure Comfort Ultra Light Low Cut<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images\/stories\/feetures.jpg\" width=\"200\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Thin flat knit construction takes up minimal room in the shoe.<\/li>\n<li>The PerfectToe (No irritating toe seam.)<\/li>\n<li>SnugFit Technology<\/li>\n<li>Durasoft, a blend of SuperSoft Merino wool and rayon from bamboo, wicks away moisture and naturally eliminates odor to provide unsurpassed comfort.<\/li>\n<li>Graduated compression in crew top keeps sock in place and aids in circulation.<\/li>\n<li>35% Rayon from Bamboo, 34% Merino Wool, 21% Nylon,6% Polyester, 4% Lycra Spandex <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These are just some suggestions. Go in and try them on, see which one fits you best. Thanks for reading. 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