Nike men's socks: main characteristics and model overview
Socks are a small but very important wardrobe item. Comfort when walking and running depends on their quality. This becomes especially important if a person goes in for sports. That is why professional athletes and just people leading an active lifestyle prefer the products of proven brands. Such manufacturers include Nike. Consider the features and types of men's socks produced by this company.
Peculiarities
The history of the brand began in 1964. Today it is a world famous sports empire that produces a wide range of sports goods. Nike's socks appeared in the early 1980s. Convenience, durability and the highest quality of their performance were immediately appreciated by both athletes and ordinary customers. The brand pays great attention to detail, and also uses unique technologies in production.
- Dry Fit. Provides breathability of products. Such socks effectively remove excess moisture from the skin and prevent the "greenhouse effect".
- Clima Fit. This technology is used in products intended for use in the cold season. It protects the feet from hypothermia, maintains the optimum temperature inside the product.
- NikeGrip. The well-thought-out arrangement of special inserts ensures leg fixation and maximum comfort during active movement. Also, this technology reduces foot slip, increasing traction with the shoe.
The brand's socks have other advantages as well.
- Material. The socks are made from a soft blended fabric. The manufacturer uses nylon, cotton, polyester and spandex in varying proportions depending on the model. The products are pleasant to the touch, do not rub the skin.
- Comfort. Anatomical cut of the socks for the left and right feet provides the most comfortable natural fit. Locking area on the heel prevents the product from shifting during movement. Compression in the arch of the foot ensures secure support.
- Special properties. Padded heel and forefoot panels provide zoned cushioning. High friction fibers prevent slipping. Also in the assortment there are models designed specifically for training with weights - the lower part of such products is made of dense terry cloth that protects the foot from shock loads.
- Wear resistance. The places that wear out faster than the rest (heel and toe area) differ in the brand's socks with increased durability.
- Variety of assortment. The brand offers customers socks of different lengths (from socks to socks). The composition of the fabric, additional properties vary. The range of colors is also varied. In addition to traditional classics (black, white, gray products), the company produces bright models (red, yellow, blue, orange, salad, pink and other juicy shades). There are printed, two- and three-color options with decorative reflective details.
Of the shortcomings, only the rather big cost of Nike products can be noted. However, the price of the products is fully justified by the advantages listed above.
Range
The company produces special socks for training, running, football, basketball, tennis, as well as versatile models that can be worn in everyday life, made of dense and lightweight (including mesh) fabric. As for the length, Nike offers customers 5 options: socks, short socks, to the ankle, to the middle of the lower leg and to the knee.
Short
It is convenient to use footprints in the hot season. The fabric protects the foot from chafing with the shoes, while the ankle remains open.This is not only convenient, but also important from an aesthetic point of view when it comes to urban images.
Thanks to the low fit, the footprints are completely invisible, which creates the feeling of being worn on a bare foot.
There are also just short socks in stock (just above the tracks). Some products have a flat top edge and some have a higher back. Such a "loop" allows you to easily take off and put on products. Most of the short socks are available in neutral colors.
Ankle
Such models are visible from under the shoes, so the color scheme is of particular importance here. In this category, there are both bright models for those who want to stand out, and calm ones for connoisseurs of minimalism. Like cropped socks, these socks are sold in 1 pair and in sets (2 and 3 pairs of the same or different colors).
High
Mid-calf models are used in various sports. Rich colors and designs allow you to choose an option for every taste. Football leggings are also pleasing with their original performance. Of course socks for professional sports have a special cut and properties.
How to choose the size?
The size of the Nike socks is determined by the table. Inference can be made based on shoe size or foot length in centimeters. For example, owners of Russian boot sizes from 41 to 45 should buy socks with the L designation. As for the length of the foot, in this case it will be 26-30 cm.
The following video provides tips on how to pair branded socks with clothing and footwear.