X-Socks Running Short

The special Achilles tendon protector keeps the rim of your shoe at a distance, thus preventing uncomfortable friction and skin abrasions because the sensitive Achilles tendon area is cradled in the hollow created by the protector. The "Air" ventilation system keeps your feet within a comfortable temperature range and decreases ... Continue reading

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Speedy Gonzalez

I think that X-Socks are generally well made and, on the whole, the company produces good quality products. Personally, I like quite a thin running sock that is made from a well-ventilated material, and therefo Continue reading...

Marian Whittock

I want more pairs of these Continue reading...

Peter Hall 6

Was massively underwhelmed by this product. Comfort was ok, but expected more for the price. Better offers out there Continue reading...

SlowlyButShirley

Would take a lot to drag my allegiance away from this brand! Different versions of X-sock out there - I find the 'sky run' are the best for me. Continue reading...

Robert Mole 2

Well worth trying, and I keep on buying them. Continue reading...

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Eileen Vielvoye

has anyone solved the problem of the "sticky bits" from plasters staying inside the socks after washing? mine are now sticking to my feet

Posted: 25/11/2007 at 06:59

limper

De-Solv spray and a good rub, then wash. You can buy it in tesco [in the laundry aisle] and presumably other supermarkets.

Posted: 25/11/2007 at 12:03

Lynn Parsons

To remove the sticky bits from plasters you just need to put some nail varnish remover on a cotton pad and wipe it comes off really easy, doesn't hurt and leaves no residue.

Posted: 27/11/2007 at 09:28

Squeakz

The socks are reasonable quality and have a nice long toe section so that the stitching does not rub your toes, it has strengthend sections for added support and it is claimed helps control foor tempratures more, this is something I can not confirm as I never had issues in this area in the first place.

Nice socks although a little overpriced

Posted: 13/02/2010 at 09:10

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