Long compression socks recommendations - Gear

susiebe

09/11/2008 at 13:47

I've been having achey calves after a run and recently some calf pain which now has gone so though i'd try a pair.I also am prone to swelling of my ankles so maybe my circulation in that area needs a boost.
Have been looking around and see there are a few makes;

1000 mile
Oxysox
Canterbury
X-socks
and basic flight socks

Can anyone recommend a pair based on personal experience.
The ones I've been favouring are the X-socks energiser ones but wanted to hear some views before buying.

runnersbeen

10/11/2008 at 14:17

I use the X socks energiser after a run and I find them really comfortable and I definately think they help me recover.

NickB303

11/11/2008 at 13:46

I would also recommend X socks. After a long run (or a race) I use ordinary flight socks.

susiebe

11/11/2008 at 14:17

I'm getting a bit confused.

Should these long compression socks be used during a run or after a run or both?!

PSC

pirate

11/11/2008 at 17:10

either or both I think

cougie

pirate

11/11/2008 at 17:25

I'd much rather go with painful legs than be running round the street as a bloke with long socks on.

Jonti

13/11/2008 at 21:44

i got some nike compression socks. I wore them once, they felt pretty nice but i'm ashamed to say i couldn't take the funny looks and i've never worn them again

steveadi

15/11/2008 at 19:15

I have the nike and yes they are comfotable,i find they do help aching a little,i will only wear them with tights,i would never wear them with shorts.

Koreen Reay

21/11/2008 at 14:47

1000 mile get fantastic reviews. Have just bought some, will let you know how it goes.

GOM.

pirate

21/11/2008 at 15:36

X-socks for me, wore them at a HM recently and found them to really support the calfs. Plus the calfs didn't feel stiff or sore the next day...........