Before you put on your trusty boots, first you must slip into a pair of socks—but not just any pair of socks. Although all socks may look the same, they are not created equal. While any sock might do, motorcycle socks are a much better choice. As most motorcycle products go, they are developed by companies with staff members who ride and have first-hand product testing knowledge to develop products that hold their own on and off the bike. Whether you are riding a cruiser on a back road or hitting jumps at the motocross track, the right gear for the job is crucial. Below we have listed four sock options for your next ride.
Hot weather got you sticky? It's time to cool off. There are many pieces of gear to help keep your ride cool such as vented jackets, pants, and gloves, however, keeping your feet dry is no easy task. The Alpinestars Pro Coolmax Socks offer a breathable, moisture-wicking fabric with dense cushioning fabric strategically placed throughout the bottom of the sock to offer optimal support and comfort. Alpinestars' Coolmax material was designed to keep feet cool and dry throughout the entirety of your ride.
These socks are strictly business. Developed with the help of Leatt athletes like Ryan Sipes, these Leatt Knee Brace Socks are engineered to go up the entirety of the leg to allow for maximum comfort when worn under a pair of knee braces. The MoistureCool top layer and X-Flow mesh back keeps the heat and sweat out. Another unique feature designed into the Leatt Knee Brace Socks is a silicone printed, no-slip cuff located on the knee to create a bond with the inside of your knee brace to help ensure its always in the right spot.
When the days are short and the weather is cold, it's time to pull out the winter gear. Klim has strong roots in snow sports, offering a massive winter collection including the Mammoth Sock. This winter sock is Klim's warmest and thickest motorcycle sock available. Designed to work in conjunction with Gore-Tex boots, the Klim Mammoth Sock is constructed from moisture-wicking materials to keep the foot dry and warm in any winter condition.
The EVS Sports Fusion Socks/Sleeve Combo is a motocross-specific knee brace sock designed to be worn underneath a set of braces. Developed from vented Lycra to keep the rider cool and comfortable, the EVS Sports Fusion Socks/Sleeve Combo also utilizes a reinforced heel and toe for durability. Another key feature of the EVS Sports Fusion Socks/Sleeve Combo is the strategically placed grips on the thigh and calf to keep your knee braces planted in place.