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Compression socks

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  • 14-05-2015 5:34pm
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    Señor Fancy Pants
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    Howaya,

    Does anyone here use compression socks and what do you think of them?

    I'm considering getting a pair but tbh, I know flip all about them.

    I have a race at the weekend and the last leg is a 35km run over the Mourne Mountains. By the time I get to that stage, I'm fairly sure my legs will be fcuked.

    Just wondering would these socks help prevent cramping etc?

    Thanks :)


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    JohnnyCrash
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    Truffle Pig wrote: »
    Howaya,

    Does anyone here use compression socks and what do you think of them?

    I'm considering getting a pair but tbh, I know flip all about them.

    I have a race at the weekend and the last leg is a 35km run over the Mourne Mountains. By the time I get to that stage, I'm fairly sure my legs will be fcuked.

    Just wondering would these socks help prevent cramping etc?

    Thanks :)
    I use compression socks,but for post run recovery only. Personally,cant run in them!


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    TFBubendorfer
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    I use them for marathons and longer. They seem to help with cramping - I have read a few scientific studies that claim no effect but my personal experience differs.

    At the very least, they don't do any harm. :)


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    overthebridge
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    I wear a pair I got in Aldi for post long runs but have never worn them during a run. The sock part is too heavy for my feet. I have seen lots of runners wearing calf guards.
    Any recommendations as to a particular brand of these. They vary massively in price.


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    boydkev
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    I am looking to get a pair of compression socks for my long runs and was wondering if anyone has tried the 2XU-HYOPTIK COMPRESSION SOCKS.
    Wondering as there is a deal on the 2XU website.


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    average_runner
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    boydkev wrote: »
    I am looking to get a pair of compression socks for my long runs and was wondering if anyone has tried the 2XU-HYOPTIK COMPRESSION SOCKS.
    Wondering as there is a deal on the 2XU website.

    Run down to lidl, they have them now.


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    DubOnHoliday
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    average_runner wrote: »
    Run down to lidl, they have them now.
    +1 for the lidl socks with the added advantage that they stop your legs getting scratched to bits on hill runs.


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    BeepBeep67
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    The best use for compression socks is for off-road running, I was able 'peel' my socks off last night before getting into the car ;)


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    DubOnHoliday
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    BeepBeep67 wrote: »
    The best use for compression socks is for off-road running, I was able 'peel' my socks off last night before getting into the car ;)
    I'd say people in the car park at wicklow gap last week had a good laugh as I attempted to remove my socks using various techniques.

    btw, IMRA roll into Carrick mountain next Wed, are you tempted?


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    BeepBeep67
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    DubOnHoliday wrote: »
    I'd say people in the car park at wicklow gap last week had a good laugh as I attempted to remove my socks using various techniques.

    btw, IMRA roll into Carrick mountain next Wed, are you tempted?

    Might pop up for a look, what time is kick off?


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    DubOnHoliday
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    BeepBeep67 wrote: »
    Might pop up for a look, what time is kick off?

    registration in the pub in Glenealy from 6:30. race at 7:30. Just note if you haven't registered for IMRA this year, do it at least 24 hours before the race as there's a cut off, and also you have to pay online for the race too in advance. More details on the imra site...


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    ThisRegard
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    Carrick hasone of the best descents into a finish, very steep and goes on for ages, you're clinging on for life as you get to the end.


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    tomred1N
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    average_runner wrote: »
    Run down to lidl, they have them now.

    Got the Lidl ones few weeks ago 5 euro:) on advice of club mate as I was having calf issues in lead up to London Marathon. Felt they really helped but was afraid to trust the sock part for a full marathon when I have never had an issue with asics socks. Bought a pair of Compresssport calf sleeves to try ( 32 euro :eek:). Never used them and was considering returning them but wore them in marathon last Sunday for first time ( not recommended !) and they felt really supportive on calves. No cramping and no issue with calf that had been acting up. I'm now looking for a pair of Hip sleeves if anyone knows .

    By the way the LIDl ones while very comfortable had a big hole in the heel after my last run before the marathon ;) I have since bought another pair but wouldn't be using them for a marathon due to the sock part.


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