There is so much said about X-Socks in the marketing bumph that it can be confusing. What you want to know is, are they good, do they smell and will they work with my chosen foot ware?
Simple put, they are excellent, especially with approach shoes. They dry quickly, grip well and seem to provide all the support you could ask for from a sock. Rose used here on various TGO Crossings of Scotland with Inov-8s and during the infamous OMM08 race. By all means call her and seek her opinion.
As per the rest of their range, they are anatomically designed to fit the Left and Right foot, and so far, everyone who has used them think they are great!
Back to the marketing waffle ......
These Trekking Expedition socks by X-Socks are made especially for women and are anatomically adapted for the female foot.
1) There are 3 expandable ribs on the outer side of each foot which expand and adapt to your feet.
2) The Narrow Arrow construction prevents wrinkling at the usual pressure points.
Technical Information
The Trekking Expedition for Women sock by X-Socks incorporates 13 of the X-Sock technical features as below
X-Cross Bandage - Stabilises the sensitive ankle
Achilles Tendon Protector - Reduces scraping and bruising.
Heel Protector - Protects the sensitive heel from blisters and bruising.
Traverse AirFlow Channel System - Ventilates the soles of the feet.
Narrow Arrow Construction - These stretching ribs are specially shaped to fit the anatomy of the female foot. They retain shape during exercise.
3 Expand Ladies Stripes - stretchable ribs adapt to the anatomy of the female foot to meet the demands of running and skiing.
ToeTip Protector - Absorbs shocks and adapts perfectly to the shape of the foot.
Toe Protector - Warms, cushions and provides all round padding.
Anatomically Shaped Footbed - Anatomically-formed foot-bed protects and supports these high stress areas.
Instep Protector - Significantly reduces the incidence of painful pressure points and scraping, bruising and blistering.
Air Guide - Adds an air channel to facilitate efficient air circulation.
AirConditioning-Channel - Allows moist air to be pumped out of the shoe every step and fresh air is drawn back in.
Self-adjusting Cuff - The Self-adjusting cuff adapts to any size leg without slipping or constricting
Materials used:
Merino Wool - (25%) highest quality fine sheep wool which is particularly elastic and especially comfortable. It also warms better than normal wool and is very long wearing.
Mythlan™ - (12%) this is a very lightweight high tech fibre that prevents the growth of odour and bacteria, is anti-allergenic and breathable
Robur™ - (20%) is extremely breathable and elastic and offers excellent protection from pressure and shock. It is also extremely durable and abrasion resistant
For Any Tour!
You're prepared for any tour with this sock. The integrated X-Cross® Bandage protects the sensitive ankle area. The excellent padding at the instep and heel offers additional Protection against pressure points and skin abrasions.
Techn. Composition
32% Nylon
25% Merinowool
20% Robur™
12% Mythian
8% Silk
3% Elastane
Colour: (Ignore the graphic above) Dark Blue!
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