Comments on: Compression Socks: Fashion or Function?

By: Amanda Fraser

Amanda Fraser — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 18:20:52 +0000

I got the socks at the running room… they are amazing. I play about 8 games of soccer a week and about 2 months ago my calves were so tight i could barely walk… and since using these socks (which i play with, then recover with) my legs have done a complete turn around. I have also had problems with my achilles, and have noticed a lot more support while wearing these. I highly reccommend these socks for running and training…. and i too find myself wearing them just cause…

By: Alexandra Brill

Alexandra Brill — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 19:31:49 +0000

I actually used them after a long run this week-end and recovered quite quickly- these things are amazing.

By: Matt Kennedy

Matt Kennedy — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 21:59:00 +0000

I think you benefit most from compression socks during the recovery period after sport. I put my sugoi on immediately after training or competition. And many times I’ll put them on just because……. Just because they feel soooo goooood.

By: Alexandra Brill

Alexandra Brill — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 21:22:42 +0000

Thanks for the review Bob, I had Henry put a pair aside for me in the Newmarket store, my legs have been suffering all winter and I think these just might be the answer!!

By: Roger Hospedales

Roger Hospedales — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:52:20 +0000

I got a few Sugoi pairs last week and I’ve done every run in them. I think I’m addicted.
I like the fact that they are not especially tight/compressive as some others and yet I feel support for my achilles.

I’ve been using the 2XU calf sleeves, and non-run specific compression socks (on ebay for about $12 each) for general recovery (my achilles rupture and post-workout) since August. I’ve been working on a review/info piece on compression socks since then too and maybe I’ll add some more info to the pot.

By: James

James — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:11:14 +0000

CW-X makes compression socks now, too.

By: Bob

Bob — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 15:14:21 +0000

The compression sock was designed for running not xc skiing. At the begining of the ski season I find my tibialis anterior muscle seems to fatigue quicker. The compession seems to help that. I have used the Sugoi sock for running also and have tried two other brands not available in North America.

By: Lumbo

Lumbo — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 14:18:08 +0000

Great to hear about the compression technology, but is there a difference in the amount of compression we need for XC skiing compared to running? And if so, which brands do we need for each that provides that adequae compression for each sport? Thanks, Mike

By: Karen Gamble

Karen Gamble — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 21:33:20 +0000

Hey Bob, They sound great! Where can we get them?

By: Syd Trefiak

Syd Trefiak — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:19:09 +0000

Ahmen. they are great. Used them at IMFLA this year, and I had none of the normal swelling after the race. Also, they helped support my achilles, in which I have been suffering from tendonitis.