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Heat Holders Ultra Lite Socks Designed with heavy bulk yarn to provide thermal protection and comfort in a lightweight profile, these socks are ideal for wearing in tighter fitting shoes and cold temperatures. With a Thermal Overall Grade rating of 1.04, they are scientifically tested to be 3x warmer than regular cotton. Heat Holders are non-binding, making them diabetic friendly. MSRP $9.99. OS1st AC4 Active Comfort Socks Part of the Socks with Purpose line, the AC4 Active Comfort sock has a Y-Gore Heel (no slip design), arch compres- sion, moisture wicking, and has silver antimicrobial with bamboo charcoal in the heel and forefoot. OS1st's Skin Thin design (on the top of the sock) was created to work along with the breathability of a running shoe for a cool, dry experience. MSRP $13.99. Falke RU3 Invisible This Spring '22 sock is invis- ible in the shoe, but still has a high level of cushioning and padding. Special heel con- struction provides optimal support and prevents slipping. The moisture-wicking socks offer high shock absorption and maximum comfort, along with protection against blisters by reducing pressure points. MSRP $23.95. Drymax Run Lite-Mesh Made in the USA, and provid- ing a balance between thin and thick running socks, the Run- Lite Mesh is engineered with plush terry loops underfoot and a seamless toe for com- fort. Mesh Stripe Vents over the foot provide breathability, helping keep feet cooler and drier. MSRP $13 to $15. Darn Tough No Show Tab Lightweight with Cushion A new run offering for Spring '22, this no show is crafted in a space dyed merino wool yarn with a digital print. There are endless possibilities for unique patterns in each pair. A perfor- mance fit offers no slipping, no bunching, and no blisters. Fine gauge knitting makes for high durability. MSRP $17. Zensah Calming Sleep Sock The thermoregulating nature of merino wool in the Calming Sleep Sock keeps body tem- peratures cooler in the heat and warmer in colder envi- ronments. This leads to deeper, more uninterrupted sleep, according to Zensah. A breath- able yarn blend with a soft feel, and terry texture on the stretch band makes for a not-too-tight fit at the cuff. The Sleep Sock is ideal for athletes looking to recover faster. MSRP $20. Balega Hidden Contour Recycled Drynamix, a proprietary moisture management yarn, is incorporated into recycled yarn in this Spring '22 sock to keep feet cool and dry. Hidden Contour has a snugger fit, so the sock stays put in the shoe while running. Three elasti- cated zones provide structure, while 200 needle cushioning offers comfort on the footbed. A seamless toe reduces bulki- ness. MSRP $16. Feetures Elite No Show Tab Feetures introduced its first ever 360 print designs this season with the City Collection. 360 print provides the ability to direct garment print on socks in a truly seamless design. For Fall '22, a new Geo Print design is in the works for the Elite Light Cushion No Show Tab style. The sock is engineered with an anatomical design and targeted compression, providing a custom-like fit and reduced risk of blisters. A light cushion offers impact protection. MSRP $17. LP Trail Running Compression Socks The Target Compression System is designed with bio- mechanics in mind, placing emphasis on specific muscles and joints. The System rotates from the sole of the foot to the lateral side of the ankle and extends to the calf mus- cles. Graduated compression provides support to the arch to strengthen coordination and movement control of the ankle, while also promoting calf muscle contractile effi- ciency. CEP Run Compression Sock 4.0 With new directional air channels in the foot, mesh structure in the calf and ven- tilation zones in the toe, CEP's Run Compression Sock 4.0 is designed to offer maximum moisture management and ultimate comfort. The sock also has CEP's true graduated com- pression. Run Compression 4.0 is available for Spring 22 in five heights and six colors. MSRP $59.95. 14 • Footwear Insight ~ November/December 2021 footwearinsight.com Darn Tough Feetures Heat Holders CEP LP Support OS1st Zensah Falke Balega Drymax IN THE SPOTLIGHT: RUNNING ESSENTIALS SOCKS & INSOLES

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