Months back I bought some socks and they have become my favorite socks for Nordic Walking. However I didn’t recall where I got them or the brand name. Unlike shirts, socks usually don’t have a brand sewn into them. The other day at a Nordic Walking class two students identified my socks as a
Thorlo Trail running sock
Thorlo brand. Thank you Jayne and Missy. I put that to memory and just today I searched online for them. They are a Trail sock with Cool max technology. No wonder why I like them so much. Well, I ordered them up and now my feet will be happier. I rarely find a sock that doesn’t leave fabric impressions around my ankles.
Asics Gel-Trabuco 12 G-TX
These socks are perfect! Here is an online merchant that I found that have a nice price.
My new Gortex lined Asics Gel-Trabuco shoes arrived from Zappos. Amazing overnite service! These are described as a Trail running shoe with Gortex lining. I find the Asics shoes to be comfortable and well constructed. On this model I found I needed a 1/2 size larger than what I’d normally wear in a Asics running shoe. These shoes will keep my feet dry in wet conditions.
It’s amazing how many people automatically buy cotton socks and use them for all but the coldest weather — and I confess to being one of them, until someone like you reminds me…. I have had excellent experiences with ThorLo and also with Smartwool for hiking and also for skiing and snowshoeing. I need to try those ThorLo summer socks too.
Claire @ http://nordic-walking-usa.blogspot.com
I believe Thorlo socks are the best sock available. My husband (then boyfriend) introduced them to me for jogging and tennis. At the time I thought they were expensive, but their value is not only the comfort level and wicking abilities, but the longevity of these socks. I have had some of my older ones for years and they still are resilient and comfortable. I recommend them fully here and by word of mouth!