At Sidas, we're specialists in foot comfort. For nearly 50 years, we've been working with top-level athletes to design technical insoles and socks that stand out for their level of performance.
For this winter, we've come up with a range of anti-cold running socks that are the fruit of this historic expertise. How do you keep your feet warm when you're running? How can you avoid blisters, chafing, black toenails or frozen toes in difficult conditions? What specific trail or running socks are suitable for winter running? All our answers and expert advice for winter running in this article!
‘For this winter, we've come up with a range of anti-cold running socks that are the fruit of this historic expertise’.
‘How do you keep your feet warm when running?’
How should you dress for running in winter?
The temperatures have plummeted, the days have grown shorter and your desire to put on trainers has melted like snow in the sun: yes, winter is well and truly here! To counter this lack of motivation to run when it's cold, our expert solution: get the right equipment.
The best equipment for running and trail running in winter is based on the famous ‘3 layers’ technique. What does this mean? In practical terms, it's the best way to dress for running in cold weather. This strategy allows you to stay warm without sweating. Because in these difficult conditions, moisture becomes the worst enemy of comfort. So you're going to put on 3 layers of clothing around your torso: the first should be thin, breathable and technical; the second should provide insulation, i.e. warmth; while the third should provide protection, in the sense that this lightweight jacket should protect you from the wind, rain and snow.
Once you've adopted the right equipment, you can also apply these expert tips for running in winter:
- Warm up for longer than usual.
- Protect your extremities, in particular with gloves, hats and neck warmers adapted to your needs
- Keep hydrated and eat well, as fighting the cold draws deeply on your energy resources.
How can you protect your feet from the cold when running?
Or how can you keep your feet warm when you're running? The answer is simple: by choosing the right sock, a trail or running sock specifically designed to meet the demands of winter.
Just like the ‘3-layer’ system mentioned above, your anti-cold running sock should perform all 3 functions - breathability, insulation & protection - in a single product.
A good running or trail sock for winter should be :
- ... thin, so it's invisible and easy to forget
- ... breathable, with good perspiration management, because moisture is your foot's worst enemy
- ... Protective, with reinforcements strategically placed in the most exposed areas.
- ... made from natural materials that are responsible and optimal in terms of breathability & insulation: merino wool, for example, is a ‘must have’ in this respect.
‘ How do you keep your feet warm when you're running? The answer is simple: by choosing the right sock!
What are the best socks for winter running?
We're not going to beat about the bush: our Winter Run running sock is the sock you need for running this winter! The comfort it offers is a reflection of our 50 years of expertise, and its technical features are the fruit of our capacity for innovation.
It's got a lot going for it:
- 32% Merino wool. We'll come back later in this article to the advantages of this natural material, which offers unrivalled thermal comfort and perfect moisture management.
- Maximum grip, thanks to 3 non-slip grip strips that prevent the foot from moving around in the shoe, reducing friction by 65%, and therefore the risk of blisters and overheating.
- Synergy Fit construction for improved running sensation and optimum synergy with your running insoles. This construction also includes specific zones: a ventilation zone around the arch of the foot to help wick away perspiration and a support zone around the ankle to reduce the risk of sprains.
- In & Out construction, i.e. no cut threads and therefore no misplaced seams that can create unpleasant creases.
- Fibres with Polygiene Stayfresh technology for long-lasting freshness and improved odour management.
- A reflective strip for increased visibility on city runs or long nights out on ultra-trails.
Winter Run running socks are available for both men and women, with this unisex model featuring discreet elegance and the ability to match all your running outfits.
