It is vitally important to follow the rules when it comes to cycling socks.
Whether you prefer to wear your socks hidden or out and proud, make sure they are tight enough to avoid bunching or rolling down. It is a matter of personal preference.
In 2018, the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) introduced a rule limiting the height of socks to half the distance between the middle of the lateral malleolus and the fibula head. This one might get you thrown out of the competition.
They measure halfway up the calf.
Some Pro socks are more aerodynamic than bare skin, which can save a couple of watts and help you win a race. Your comfort should be your guiding principle when selecting socks, because, aside from height or colour, wearing badly fitting ones really sucks.
Choosing a pair of socks to wear in your day-to-day life probably doesn’t go much beyond, but in the road cycling world, cycling socks are not only significant, but they are also even controversial.
Here is a list of the most common sock battles that you may accidentally get involved in if you are not careful.
Not wearing cycling socks at all or wearing non-active wear socks.
Blisters and smelly shoes are the two biggest issues associated with going sockless when cycling. Because it looks better and avoids tan lines, the no-sock look in mainstream fashion has become a trend.
However, don’t pass up on cycling socks; they are specifically designed to be thin and lightweight to reduce the energy loss caused by friction between the feet and the shoes. Additionally, they are made of moisture-resistant material, which will prolong the lifespan of your footwear.
Save money by replacing your socks rather than your shoes, so don’t skip them.
Wearing socks of the wrong colour is on the list of things not to do.
Socks for riding must follow certain colour conventions, besides being specially designed for the purpose.
It’s a matter of personal preference whether you wear white socks with black shoes or black socks with white shoes. However, if you prefer to wear bright colours, you may want to avoid this combination. You will not please everyone with this choice, so you may wish to wear colourful clothes instead. However, if your outfit or bicycle clashes with your socks, you may be given the side-eye.
We provide different colours and different types of socks for you here.
It’s a bad idea to wear socks with winter tights.
In general, older riders prefer to wear socks under tights where they are not visible. Younger riders, especially those who are courageous enough to wear bold patterns or white socks with black footwear, like to show off their socks and make them a highlight.