18 • November/December 2022 sportstyle • sportstylemag.com
ESSENTIALS / ALL ABOUT THE RUN
IF YOU'RE HOLDING OUT FOR
a hero product in the hosiery,
insole or laces realm for 2023,
we've got some top picks that are
sure to make a splash. Here, brands
reveal their best of the best, and
give us a peek at some 2023 stand-
outs. By Suzanne Blecher
WRIGHTSOCK
Standout Product: Run Luxe Sock
MSRP: $15
Tech Details: Each moisture-wick-
ing pair is craed from two bottles
of post-consumer recycled plastic,
cushioned throughout for com-
fort, has a seamless toe, contains
a deep heel pockets for a great fit
and features a breathable mesh
upper to keep feet cool.
Hero Q u oti ent:
"Wrightsock is
excited to be lead-
ing the charge for
sustainability in the run channel.
e Run Luxe is our high perfor-
mance, affordable, and sustainable
sock with mass appeal that we
are proud to be making here in
the USA"
– Joey Wrightenberry, president,
Wrightenberry Mills, Inc.
MUDGEAR
Standout Product: Merino
Wool Ruck Sock
MSRP: $30
Tech Details: e MudGear Ruck
Sock is built tough in the USA
with a focus on functional design.
Features include: Merino wool in
the toe and heel for a so, light
cushion bed; Advanced moisture
management with fast wicking
yarn fibers; Vented top layer of
mesh to reduce heat build-up;
Form-fitting arch to eliminate
friction and blisters.
HUSTLE
HEROES
SPOTLIGHTING STANDOUT SOCKS, INSOLES (AND LACES). BY SUZANNE BLECHER
CEP
SockGuy
Sidas
Mudgear
Wrightsock
