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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 04:06 PM
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So has anybody here tried using specialized motorcycling socks under their boots? Something that pulls sweat off your feet, gives a little padding in important places, and keeps the feet cooler/reduces hot spots? I've never tried anything but my regular old Gold Toe socks that I wear normally.
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 04:16 PM
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Regular socks have been doing me fine for years, maybe you need better fitting boots.
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 04:18 PM
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Just because you don't have any problems doesn't mean it can't get better
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 04:19 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Etylorcen &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Regular socks have been doing me fine for years, maybe you need better fitting boots. </TD></TR></TABLE>

My boots fit just fine. Its not a big issue at all, but something that helps with hot spots on my feet during very warm days would be nice. My feet get hot pretty easily in summer. Even regular tennis shoes can get uncomfortable pretty quick.
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 04:23 PM
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I use these:



No complains at all from the socks, but what I've noticed is that my boots (Sidi Strada Evo Tepor) give you swamp feet on warm days.

But on the rain, they're soooooo nice
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 04:23 PM
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I havent tried them myself but buy some Under Armour socks and see if that helps.
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 04:32 PM
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i wear under armour socks.
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 05:39 PM
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I wear Smartwool and Patagonia wool hiking socks.
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 06:02 PM
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some nike cotton socks. called like air cool or something... cold days I'll wear wool socks
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 11:27 PM
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Commando-feet ftw!
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Old Jul 3, 2008 | 05:00 AM
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skweeed!
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Old Jul 3, 2008 | 06:18 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by rochesterricer &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">So has anybody here tried using specialized motorcycling socks under their boots? Something that pulls sweat off your feet, gives a little padding in important places, and keeps the feet cooler/reduces hot spots? I've never tried anything but my regular old Gold Toe socks that I wear normally.
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I have 12 pairs of A* socks. All I wear when I ride.
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Old Jul 3, 2008 | 08:19 AM
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to each his own, but specialty socks every time you ride?? hahaha sorry i just find that funny... for me mismatched socks, big toe & heel hole for ventilation
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Old Jul 3, 2008 | 10:08 AM
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I have been wearing normal socks and they haven been fine. But I recently some A* coolmax socks and some Sidi coolmax socks. I got the A* ones for free because my shipping got delayed.
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Old Jul 3, 2008 | 11:50 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by crxma22 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">to each his own, but specialty socks every time you ride?? hahaha sorry i just find that funny... for me mismatched socks, big toe & heel hole for ventilation </TD></TR></TABLE>

Normal socks + raceboots = not comfortable. So far I've been wearing a pair of my black dress socks jocked up as high as they will go whenever I wear my boots. It's much more comfortable to walk around in but my feet do get the swamp feet when I ride. I too was looking into a motorcycle sock.

Ha. Not only do I wear the one kind of sock but I only wear my Under Armour underwear too. LMAO. It's more comfortable with my Icon shorts than regular boxers. Everything I wear is motorcycle specific.
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Old Jul 3, 2008 | 12:02 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 96 SOHC VTEC &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

Normal socks + raceboots = not comfortable. So far I've been wearing a pair of my black dress socks jocked up as high as they will go whenever I wear my boots. It's much more comfortable to walk around in but my feet do get the swamp feet when I ride. I too was looking into a motorcycle sock.

Ha. Not only do I wear the one kind of sock but I only wear my Under Armour underwear too. LMAO. It's more comfortable with my Icon shorts than regular boxers. Everything I wear is motorcycle specific. </TD></TR></TABLE>

i'm not knocking it, it's not my $$$ or the one with swamp feet... i just think it's funny... it reminds of the guys on the slopes with their all new top shelf snowboarding gear from head to toe, lookin all professional, but can't do a lick of snowboarding.. for looking good though..
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Old Jul 3, 2008 | 12:17 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by crxma22 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

i'm not knocking it, it's not my $$$ or the one with swamp feet... i just think it's funny... it reminds of the guys on the slopes with their all new top shelf snowboarding gear from head to toe, lookin all professional, but can't do a lick of snowboarding.. for looking good though.. </TD></TR></TABLE>


Well you are in CA where I see LA is 84 degrees with 43% humidity. Whereas in FL it's 86 feels like 89 with 56% humidity. Could be the difference between dry and wet feet.
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Old Jul 3, 2008 | 12:44 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 96 SOHC VTEC &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">


Well you are in CA where I see LA is 84 degrees with 43% humidity. Whereas in FL it's 86 feels like 89 with 56% humidity. Could be the difference between dry and wet feet. </TD></TR></TABLE>

and where I'm at it's 120 with 2% humidity. It's so hot, the wind is hot, and causes you to sweat even more.
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Old Jul 3, 2008 | 12:45 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by crxma22 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

i'm not knocking it, it's not my $$$ or the one with swamp feet... i just think it's funny... it reminds of the guys on the slopes with their all new top shelf snowboarding gear from head to toe, lookin all professional, but can't do a lick of snowboarding.. for looking good though.. </TD></TR></TABLE>

when you're a broke-asz like yourself, it's ok to be envious of others with nice things and put down their ability. It's ok, obviously they have far more than you, their income is much better off.

I'm just kidding, I always try and have nice stuff, but I have the ability to back it up.
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Old Jul 3, 2008 | 01:27 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by GraphiteAccord &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

when you're a broke-asz like yourself, it's ok to be envious of others with nice things and put down their ability. It's ok, obviously they have far more than you, their income is much better off.

I'm just kidding, I always try and have nice stuff, but I have the ability to back it up.</TD></TR></TABLE>

hahaha it's okay i'd rather look broke and ride good, then to look like a pro & ride a broke daytona!!! oooooOOOhhhh .. jk since i'm a broke-asz i got some jdm socks for sale $299.99 if anybody wants some? they're just like usdm socks, except the toes are facing the other way for that converted look.
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Old Jul 3, 2008 | 08:42 PM
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Will these JDM socks help me finally get that orgy with 5 hot azn chicks?
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Old Jul 4, 2008 | 12:42 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by crxma22 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
it reminds of the guys on the slopes with their all new top shelf snowboarding gear from head to toe, lookin all professional, but can't do a lick of snowboarding..</TD></TR></TABLE>

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