How many pairs of running socks do you own?

I have three pairs that is called running socks, they are not so thin actually, but I like them, other than that I use normal black socks, I choose some and if they feel good I buy more.

I have stacks of running socks. I buy them from Sam's Club in packs of 5 or 6 for real cheap. Over the years have gotten Saucony, Adidas, and lately they've carried Reebok, which seem about same as the Saucony. Good no show dry fit running socks.

I've got two pairs that were given to me as gifts. Mostly I just wear normal socks. I've never really gotten the point of running socks.

8 pairs of Balega running socks. I also wear them at work. 5 gray, 1 black, 1 neon yellow and pair of purple. Best socks ever.

This thread reminds me of my Dad's 10 - 15 year Golf magazine subscription. They have long ago covered every aspect of putting, driving, getting out of sand,....Nothing more to cover yet the magazines keep coming each month, with more and more insipid articles.

Roughly 10 pair in various thickness, length and brand. I love great running and get them as Christmas gifts. Life's short boys - wear great socks.

fisky wrote:

Different socks can make a huge difference in the fit of a pair of shoes. I prefer VERY thin socks that are no-show or come just above the ankle. For trail runs, I like a longer sock to keep poison ivy off my legs.

How many pairs of running socks do you own?

I like the same kind of socks you do. It's hard for me to find socks that are thin enough. I have about 8 pairs of running socks but only 3-4 that I really like. That's enough. I can do laundry twice a week when necessary, but in cool dry weather I see no need to wash my socks every time.

2 pairs of proper of running socks and a handful of shitty cotton ones for emergencies.

Runnergrl wrote:

8 pairs of Balega running socks. I also wear them at work. 5 gray, 1 black, 1 neon yellow and pair of purple. Best socks ever.

Agree. 2 pair of Balega socks, 1 black and 1 grey.

1 pair of “Feetures” socks in yellow to match my teeth. These are like the Balegas, no blisters with them.

12 pack of cheap “Fila” running socks for $2.99 at Marshall’s.

I prefer cotton socks to run in, I hate those special running socks.

Any kind of socks invite injury. Air your shoes out and keep them disinfected and they'll wear out long before they start to stink.

But the best kind of socks was calf-length Adidas with the three stripes on top. Juantorena set his records in those. If you're gonna wear socks, go all the way.

steak does the body good wrote:

I prefer cotton socks to run in, I hate those special running socks.

That's what I run in most of the time. I have a few pairs of running socks I got with gift certificates I won at races. I only wear running socks when racing especially if I know my feet are going to get wet. (Running through creeks)