Socks

Socks - choose the right ones for every sport

Socks are the connection between your skin and your shoes. Depending on the sport, you may need socks, booties, hiking socks or trekking socks. Your feet perform at their best when doing sport, hiking or climbing. That's why they deserve optimum support. Without socks, you would quickly end up with blisters or pressure points on your feet.

Socks for hiking, skiing and other outdoor sports activities should definitely have the following features:

• They should not only fit perfectly, but also support your feet with the appropriate ventilation and cushioning.
• High-quality functional yarns that transport moisture away from the skin to the outside are extremely important.
• Good padding on the ball of the foot also plays a major role for all outdoor activities and sports with a high foot load.

Socks: The choice is yours

Not all socks are the same - in addition to the general features mentioned above, your socks should therefore have other important features depending on the type of sport:

• Socks for every activity and multifunctional socks - they are the all-rounders among socks. An elastic yarn, e.g. spandex, in the fibre blend ensures that they have a non-slip fit. They are available as ankle socks, short and long socks or knee-high socks.
• Hiking socks - the most important features are the padded zones on the underfoot and the reinforced sections on the toes and heels. The length should extend over the top of your hiking boots, otherwise you will experience uncomfortable pressure points.
• Ski socks - Your ski socks and also your lower legs must be able to withstand the greatest strain in the shaft area of your ski boots. Ideal ski socks are padded in this area to protect you from pressure points. Ski socks must also be made from functional yarns to wick away moisture. An intelligent fibre blend keeps your feet dry and warm at the same time when skiing.
• Running socks or jogging socks - depending on the season and climate, these special socks can be very short to calf-length. Pure cotton is only suitable for jogging when you're back home quickly. If you're out and about for longer, it's worth investing in breathable running socks made from functional yarns. There are now also yarn blends with merino wool.
• Biking socks - Road cycling shoes pose a particular challenge for socks. That's why MTB socks and road bike socks are adapted to these requirements. They are particularly finely knitted for racing bike shoes, for MTB shoes they are cut a little higher and have light damping.

How socks work

When you think about your sports equipment, where do socks come in? They are just as important as thermal underwear and all the rest. Surely you pay attention to professional quality, your sports socks deserve the same attention. Ultimately, it's your feet that will be happy.

In the Transa shop, you'll find merino wool socks, knee socks, ski socks, hiking socks, running socks, socks for ski touring, booties and much more. Some socks are specially equipped with anti-odour properties. These include socks that are processed with merino wool. Merino wool has the natural property of losing odours when hung up to air overnight. Merino wool is also particularly soft, delicate and does not scratch.

Functional yarns, which are air-permeable and moisture-wicking, ensure a dry foot climate. The most important prerequisite for warm feet! Many sports socks are also processed with padded zones to give you more comfort and a longer running performance. Ski socks are equipped with special thermal comfort and offer cosiness in the cold winter months thanks to their heat-insulating properties.