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Linda Swigert
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Socks.... is there a perfect pair??
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Hi everyone, I'm a second year walker in Chicago and I need to know if anyone has found the perfect pair of socks?? I wore No Nonsense bamboo fiber socks.... and what a disaster!!! I had blisters the…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Vicki Duncan Apr 2, 2010.
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Linda Swigert replied to Larry Roshfeld's discussion 'I Hate this Walk'
Larry, between the tears I shed reading this.... and the full out loud laughter I had. I just had to say RIGHT ON!!! Thank you for posting what I think everyone who has done the Avon Walk has thought!!! And no you did not offend me I agree FUCK…
Vicki Duncan replied to Linda Swigert's discussion 'Socks.... is there a perfect pair??'
I just did a 7.5 mile walk in the Champion Duo Dry socks - I love them because of the extra arch support.
Pam Mazeika replied to Linda Swigert's discussion 'Socks.... is there a perfect pair??'
Remember cotton is rotten! Any moisture wicking sock will do. I use Body Glide on the bottoms,sides + tops of toes every time I train + I haven't gotten one blister yet. Also, keep some mole skin handy if do get a blister. You can get Body…
Stephanie replied to Linda Swigert's discussion 'Socks.... is there a perfect pair??'
oddly enough I've had the best luck so far with Champion Duo Dry socks that come in a pack of 4 at Target. I'd been trianing in these for weeks with no troubles but thought i'd try a "good" pair from the running store…
Karen Rosenzweig replied to Linda Swigert's discussion 'Socks.... is there a perfect pair??'
Can't recall the brand. They were recommended by the guy at the running store. Very cushiony.
Linda Swigert replied to Linda Swigert's discussion 'Socks.... is there a perfect pair??'
Thanks Karen, what kind of insole did you get?? Thats something I haven't thought of...
Karen Rosenzweig replied to Linda Swigert's discussion 'Socks.... is there a perfect pair??'
I had the same problem on my first Avon Walk (I'm doing my fifth this year).
The socks may be only one part of the equation. Make sure your shoes are not contributing to the problem. I have worn the same pair of socks but different sneakers…
Linda Swigert replied to Linda Swigert's discussion 'Socks.... is there a perfect pair??'
Thanks Gerry... did you fix me up too???- LOL I was one of those walking wounded.... and yes I did have vaseline, just don't know what went wrong. Oh well I will find the "perfect" pair for me. Thanks for all the info I really…
Gerry Paris replied to Linda Swigert's discussion 'Socks.... is there a perfect pair??'
I have found my perfect socks for me - two brands, and I wear both at the same time! ! I know, they say not to wear two pairs, but it works for me!
The first pair I wear are Balega! I love this sock! I buy mine at Fleet Feet. (They are available…
Suzanne Zelazny replied to Linda Swigert's discussion 'Socks.... is there a perfect pair??'
Hi Linda, make sure to buy any good "wicking" types, no cotton. Synthetic blends best. Nike has a good brand and the store we bought our tennis shoes at - Roadrunner Sports has several great types. We also have a big box wherehouse store…
Linda Swigert replied to Linda Swigert's discussion 'Socks.... is there a perfect pair??'
Thanks Rachel & Jennifer, I'll check out both- I'm not taking any chances this year!!! Happy Feet to you Ladies!!! :)
Jennifer Madore replied to Linda Swigert's discussion 'Socks.... is there a perfect pair??'
Rachel, thank you for this solution too! I've bought some regular socks, but after seeing these, I may try these out.
Jennifer Madore replied to Linda Swigert's discussion 'Socks.... is there a perfect pair??'
Ouch Linda! I hope you have a better sock experience this year! I'm not sure where your from, but I bought my socks at the New Balance Outlet in Lawrence, Ma. (They're New Balance brand -…
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- At 1:40pm on March 18, 2010,
cheryl huighe said…
- I found wigwam socks they are cushioned and do well with wicking away sweat. I bought at sports authority. however $$$
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