The 9 Best Winter Running Socks of 2020

Ive tried nike,asics,smartwool,stance,drymax, and feetures. Hands down feetures are my favorite, super durable with a great warranty on them. I have had less blisters wearing them and are overall very comfortable. Smartwool is up there too!

I find the stance website a bit annoying. When I click on “Run” it just comes up with a load of black socks! Just doesn’t seem to have good usability or user experience

Socks, I love the Balega blister resist socks. They have mohair fiber and feel great.

Been running for a long time I love smart wool, stance I’m obsessed they work n don’t give me blisters

Helpful information. But cotton socks for all that water you run in? Cotton holds water. Why not a more technical sock?

Had a recommendation from yourself on stance socks and they are fantastic and look pretty good to��

INJINJI TOE SOCKS. They are a hassle to fold, and slow to put on. but they are cheap and high quality with a great cut.
love feeling my toes splay out in my altra wide toe box. they are made for toe shoes but i wear them in normal shoes. Never had real regular running socks

I have been to chicago a few times. Lovely city. But running must be a nightmare. The cold is a nightmare for me:) I hate it. I usually start sweating and get cold. IHence I go inside for the treadmill. Anyway a good video!

Aah socks where there are just as many brands as there are brands of cars on the road HAHA.

Anyways as far as running socks go I have been experimenting with brands recently. Most recently I tried Bombas socks they were decent. But my favorite brand of the ones I have tried to this point have been Stance breathable, fit nice and have plenty of colors to choose from.

Been running in Feetures socks for many years and very happy with them I’d recommend them.

almost a whole hour of content between you and Seth today thank you!

I tried to run with a hat/beanie the other day, but I kinda felt claustrophobic with it. Like I couldn’t breath and couldn’t get rid of the heat.

I’m a new runner but been hiking for years, and socks are kind of a big deal among hikers. Y’all runners need to get your feet in Darn Tough socks. Lifetime guarantee, merino wool fabric (moisture wicking and naturally odor-free so you can wear them a couple times before they need a wash), and made in the USA. I love the Endurance series most of the year but run in Hike/Trek series in the winter and Vertex when it’s really hot.

I adore my 2xu soft -padded compression running socks. I use them at any occasion and any weather

You get a like! I’d like to know you’re opinion of the Pegasus 36 Shield vs Pegasus 36 GTX (Gore-Tex) for running on the road during wet runs. There is very little on YouTube about the GTX for road running, only a bit for trails.

I been waiting for this video! It’s just the beginning of November yet we already have snow and temps of -10C. I’ve been running on the treadmill but I hate it

Stance quarter height running socks!! Perfect light compression of your arch and enough coverage to make sure your sneaker tongue and heel don’t cause any chafing.

Must’ve felt like Christmas, getting all those packages! Lol

You are scaring me with the sliding!! I would have busted my behind

I love belega socks, I have worn all of their models and I really like them all. Maybe the hidden comfort the best! I also love stance and have so many of theirs in different heights!!

At 2:20…drive onto the trailer parked on the right.
Socks…Stance, Drymax, Smartwool, Injinji, Salomon and a couple of others I can’t even remember in the last year. Been a little sock silly. At the moment I prefer the Stance Uncommon. But in ultras I have mostly worn Injinji. Latest socks were the Salmon Pro Xa or something like that. Very comfortable and thinner than I thought they would be but whilst running didn’t even notice them. So that must be a good sign. Strangely I have found my feet getting hot in the Stance socks lately, which never happen before. Oh and waterproof socks from SealSkinz which first time felt weird but on a real wet long run was wonderful not getting cold and wet feet. However, I think it was whilst on a 50 mile ultra I got a very small hole on the left foot where my big toe is so that let in a little dampness. Disappointed.

Socks are a bit like underwear for me. As long as nothing is dangling out we’re all good.

Another great video. Many thanks for so many ideas.

One question that I have is how do you organize drinking during long winter runs ( about 2 hours)? Do you carry bottles with you? Or do you place the bottles somewhere?
And, what do you drink? Warm beverages?

From what I understand from Stance, is that they use some kind of special threading that makes the sock have more bounce back and that it molds to your foot. It also has ventilation and anit-microbrial material. The thread is also made so that it is durable and so it can last longer than other socks

I really prefer nylon socks. Asics and Skechers branded ones are easy to find. I think they wick sweat the best and pair well with knit running shoes.

I’ve been a fan of Wrightsock Double Layer for over a decade

I’m very simple/casual when it comes to running socks, I just wear the simple Nike dri-fit that come up halfway on the Achilles

Thanks for the tips…. try these from Amazon or Roadrunners. They are a great deal and wick moisture away better than cotton…. and they are made in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/R-Gear-Running-Quarter-Breathable-Performance/dp/B07BW52GZ5

should I pick different type of socks for road vs trail running?

QD: Injinji toe socks are my favorite! On the longer runs my toe nails on the smaller toes would begin to rub against each other & bleed. And those socks have helped prevent that ����

I remember my first pair of running socks was from Drymax, it made a huge difference rathen than using standard cotton socks and especially for doing a trail running race back in the day.

After that I have tried several other brands such as: Smartwool, X-Socks, Inov-8, Hilly, Compressport and Wrightsocks (dual layer). Currently I am using mostly Inov-8 during my trailrunning and the X-Socks when I do road running, sometimes alternate with Compressport.

Big fan of Smartwool (can be a bit pricy but worth it). I tend to use these when I had a race, knowing that I will be using them for quite many hours and knowing that I had zero issues with blisters.

I think in the end it´s a matter of mix and match to find the right combination. What it works for you, it may work differently for me or any other person. However, it´s always good to have an insight about a particular model/brand before making a purchase decision or sometimes just risk to try and find our own conclusion.

Cheers!

I used smartwool socks doing the Marathon des Sables. Comfortable, not too warm (though was using the thinest ones), no blisters.

Give Steigen’s a go. So thin you don’t realise you are wearing any and never get blisters

If you slide into the lake you must put that in a video.
Have you ever done that?

I grew up and lived in and around Chicago and was running 100 mile weeks there. I now live in the Rocky Mountains not far from Boulder. Let me tell you the winters here are much more pleasant than Chicago! Over the years I have gravitated to Sport Hill apparel. I am not a spokesman for them. I spend my own money to buy their gear. Their equipment is durable, layerable, and you can get stuff suited to the cold/colder/coldest ranges. Check it out. Enjoy your winter running!

Sock it to me! I personally have to wear socks that are just above the ankles because the super low cut ones don’t protect me from the chaffing the shoe gives me around that area.

Feetures are great in the summer. They keep your feet dry on soupy days

Balega for cold weather, injinji and swiftwick for warmer weather. But, foot glide or some lubricant is crucial with all socks. Even Injinji can leave a blister if I don’t lubricate my feet ��The longer you run, the more vital this becomes. Just run an ultra without lubricant or running socks, it’s painful ��

I love injinji socks, I was a bit cynical at first but I swear by them now. The new trail ultra crew range are great.

With all these new socks now you can ditched them lockdown marathon socks

Is it best to have a moderate stride in the cold so that you don’t increase body heat loss?

Used to run in cheaper multipack running socks which gave me issues from time to time. Spent a bit more on some Stance crew socks and cant see myself buying anything other than them.

Our winters are nowhere near as bad as yours but it’s snowing here in the valleys in South Wales UK at the moment

I’ve tried Runderwear and a few other lesser known brands. However I’ve found myself most comfortable with Hilly Twin Skin. I do have some stance socks I haven’t tried yet. That said, I’m sure there are plenty more I could get my feet into!

I just found your channel and I really like what you are posting! Thoughtful, usable advice throughout. I also appreciate that you’re going after details that are normally glossed over. I just posted my review of the Saucony Endorphin Pros and would love your opinion. As a running YouTuber, I know the kind of work that goes into these videos! Keep it up! I just subscribed!

Great video! I can blister at a stand still. I have tried numerous Injinji socks but they rip my feet to pieces. I love CEP socks they have helped me with blisters, brilliant.

You get blisters from your toe nails rubbing against your other toes��

Darn tough Smart wool nothing beats merino wool in my opinion!  Year round for any activity and every day wear.  For synthetic socks I like Wright sock for running or cycling.

thanks for running with me, it was the highlight of the week. Stance Feel 360 crew length is my fav as you and your subscribers now know.

I think the MD on those compression socks is for medium, not medical:D

I hurt myself running on snow, slush, and ice last year. I found my form on uneven snow/slush/ice was too compromised and left me more prone to injury. I stick to the treadmill now unless the ground is clear outside.

I have tried just about every running sock out there. Wrightsocks is absolutely the best of the best, but I guess it depends on which model/cut you get. I prefer the medium thickness over the thinner ones, and I live in CA. The dual layer is just special compared to all other brands. I won’t run over 10+ miles unless I’m on these socks. If its less miles than that, then I guess it doesnt matter what sock you use.

If you wanted to go cheap, you could always go the Uniqlo route. Highly affordable and tons of styles, and versatile in terms of when you can wear them. Roadrunnersports drymax brand is also another great choice, but unlike uniqlo, not that great to wear casually if needed since theyre actually made for active sports.

I like right socks too, they’re good in the Texas heat to avoid blisters. But my favorite socks are Injinji, as goofy as the toe socks look they are so comfortable and in my opinion/experience give your toes better ability to splay out naturally

I really like Goldtoe Powersox, they’re nicely cushioned and a little compressive through my arch. I’ve got some Puma socks that are similar that I like too that I got at Costco on the cheap.

Are you using the GoPro Fusion? Love the awesome low angles you’re able to get. Too bad the resolution is a tad low, but overall worth it for the cool perspectives. Nice footage lately!

On a second note: do you use any snow/ice spikes? I am getting concerned about running with these condition (my first year) and our weather is comparable with yours. Any suggestions?

Stance-balega, way better than nike, in my opinion the best generic sicks are under armour.

Did you skip the base layer top? Any recommendations for the tech layers under the jacket?

I’m still trying to find a sock for this summer. I wore hilly twin skin in the cold months and for my marathon but with a marathon coming up in August I need something thinner I feel, yet still supportive. I’m trialing hilly mono skin and stance currently. I’ll check out Sockmine also

Winter came early and with a vengeance in Montreal! I ran this afternoon and it felt like a February evening! I lost some weight since last winter and I am now feeling the cold more bitterly than I remember.

Hey kofuzi, I’m a xc / track runner in 9th grade and I’m looking for some new running shoes. I was thinking of getting a pair for longer road runs, and a faster, tempo run pair of shoes. I’ve been running in the Pegasus turbo 2’s for about 3 months, and I was wondering if anyone has advice on which new shoes to get! Great videos!:)

One year in the Darn Tough Vertex and they are truly tough. You are right they don’t look the part but they are still comfortable! Great video!

I’ve just been using Regular Nike socks when I run maybe I should give some proper socks a go

The longer the run goes on, the more socks matter. When I ran ultras, I obsessed over socks. For the marathon, socks are really important to me. Shorter distances, they matter less, but it’s remarkable how good a new pair of running socks feel on your feet.

My current favorite are Feetures. For long ultras, I used to wear Injinji with a pair of Wright socks over the top. Worked really well for me. Fun (random) running sock-related fact…I spent a couple of years in South Africa a long time ago and Balega running socks come from the Zulu verb ukubaleka, which means to run away (like to run to escape, as if you’re being chased). Random, I know, but when I first saw those socks, I recognized it right away…

Am I the only one that dislikes low cut socks? I always get chaffing no matter what shoes I run in if i wear socks below my ankles, so weird

Of course socks matter. I like feetures merino socks. I used to like smartwool, but their quality went down hill, from socks lasting 5 years to socks lasting 6 months.

I swear you are so lucky that you get to experience the cold weather, Hawaii never gets cold lol

Aaah.. socks. Where to begin.. many socks will be awesome for the first few washes. But good socks are ones that feel great after loads of washes. Many get stiff and horrid. And… I am now completely against the anatomic ones with L and R.. when they were first introduced years ago, I thought.. cool. But now it is hassle. And I don’t think it is necessary. So I am another smartwool fan. Great after multiple washes and no L R specific (no more rummaging around in laundry trying to find the right match!). As for cushioning? I use smartwool light cushioning for easy or long days for extra comfort and ultra light for fast paced days

I feel for you folks in the midwest!!! I ran last night in a singlet and shorts and was still hot and humid:)
Stay warm my friend!!

god i needed this video. same weather here (toronto) and ive been freezing my ass off! its great that you’re using products that aren’t necessarily running brands… to avoid that skyhigh pricepoint where you can spend half a grand on a synthetic down jacket. kudos

Have been using Falke socks.They are a little thick for our climate but very breathable and comfortable.But nice to see the new tech in socks.When you wear your Right socks do you know which is left or right…..lol?

Get feetures quarter PF socks if you really want the best.:)

Apparently, X-Socks are not very well-known in the US?! They’re the bomb, though. I’m particulary fond of the “Marathon Energy” model.

haha the real question truly is… how does one film b-roll for socks!? funny:) had a quick question btw any chance you could talk to us about why compression wraps for calves are useful? or why compression for even arms, like the way kipchoge wears them, are useful as well?

In my experience, once you try on a pair of athletic/running socks, it’s hard to go back. I used to get blisters a lot due but that’s no longer any issue. I really like nike elite lightweight, but they don’t last very long. Big toe had a hole within 3 months.

I use compression socks too, a random brand on Amazon called Eulay. My legs cramp up sometimes post-run, and they really help prevent that I think, not entirely sure haha.

Hands are my weak point too, I sometimes wear a singlet with gloves! Mittens are best but so awkward. Looking for a good glove right now…And checking out the Craft mittens. A fantastic running tight is from Garneau, Very warm and has a bit more structure so you can wear them sans shorts over top:)

Favorite shoe sock combo is Mizzuno Waveknit R2 (0.5 size smaller than normal), Balega ultralight Grey/white, yep socks very by color
Just run for fun, age 73, live in San Francisco, No heat, no extreme cold.

Really like the Nike Elite Lightweight 2.0 Quarter socks. A bit pricey but best sock for me. I wear Smartwool crew socks for trail running just for a little more protection from sharp sticks etc. on my ankles. Injiji toe socks are really nice as well but hard to get on…

Balega enduro. Best fitting socks ever. Whoever disagree is wrong. Whoever agrees is a very nice person

Injinji are the best for me, I don’t buy any other brand now. Really comfortable and they have some great styles, a bit pricey though

I’m all about the injini socks (unless it’s super cold, then I use a liner injini and warmer sock over). Love the individual toe protectionkeeps em cool and sweat-wicked!

Great review! I love Inov8 spped socks https://www.inov-8.com/speed-sock-mid

Balega and feetures are my favs. But 3 packs of saucony socks are more affordable. Darn Tough are fun, too.

Smartwool. In different thicknesses and lengths for different workouts (thin for fast training, medium thick for regular days), no show/short for summer and long for winter. I love them because no faffing with L/R specific, but main reason because after a gazillion washes they are still soft to touch. Most socks get stiff or rough over time and no longer comfortable. But these last!

For the TCA run pants, do you have any sizing suggestions? Reviews on Amazon tend to say they run small/tight.

Try Injinji No-show running toe socks. i’ve been running in them for almost a year, love em.

Thank you so much for the running pants suggestion. I love them but they are normally so expensive

Saucony Socks are the way to go for me. They have the best fit and support and feel snug. They also have a slight cushion on the bottom the makes it easier on the bottom of the foot.

Yo! Great insights��One thing you didn’t mention and I thought you should check out, are these Craft undies equipped with Windstopper for battling chills in the southern area �� https://www.craftsportswear.com/B2C%20-%20Craft/all-products-7a58fca3/clothes/underwear/1904506-9999-c1373a4e/

Great recommendations. Luckily it doesn’t get much colder than 0 C (33 F) here in Madrid so I very seldom need to bundle up for extreme weather. Buffs are awesome, I have about 6 all with different materials. Some polar fleeced ones for colder days and some lighter ones for everything in between.

I’ve found the secret is the base layer long sleeve top. I got a couple recently (on sale too!) and I usually just wear them with a t-shirt over and a lighter running sweater on top of that. That’s enough to get me through most runs here.

Recently splurged on a Gore Wear running jacket which is the most expensive items of clothing I own aside from my winter coat! I haven’t had the chance to use it yet which is actually a good thing. It probably won’t rain for ages now and it’ll just sit in my closet. But I’ll be ready when it does. Also bought some Gore Wear gloves and they are really great (a little pricey tho). They keep my hands warm and dry and I can keep them on during my entire run and never feel sweaty and clamy. I had some cheaper Nike gloves that I used for years but even on the coldest days I had to take them off after about 30 mins because my hands would get very hot and sweaty. Plus they never really kept my hands warm. Went from freezing to uncomfortably warm in like 5 mins.

Anyway, really appreciate the suggestions, especially the more reasonably priced stuff. Def gonna check out Craft and TCA gear.

Love your videos generally. But specially love that you actually run in a cold city!! Gets a bit tiring listening to runners talk about cold running only to find out they live in California LOL I have routinely run in temperatures 20 / -30 / -40 Celcius and have moved back to that kind of winter weather this year; 53rd parallel north. I know Chicago is quite capable of reaching those temps at least some times:) What I have not done before is train in those sorts of temps and I’m doing Boston again in the spring, so it should be an interesting build. And I don’t do treadmills (there are days I wish I could but I just. can’t. do. it!:) ), although ‘speed work’ will be done on an indoor track. In any event, waterproof (e.g. goretex or shield) so windproof shoes are an absolute must for me, and a pair of shoes with ice spikes for the icy days after a thaw and refreeze. And I wear two pairs of socks, one of them double walled. I also wear gaiters to keep snow out of my shoes. On my hands I wear more than when I ski – usually a wickable base layer, fleece mittens and a goretex mitten outer shell. No matter what I’m layered with on legs and upper body, the final layer is a windproof shell a layer of ice usually forms on the penultimate layer under that wind breaker. Goggles, definitely. THE biggest challenge is mouth and nose coverings. No matter what I use and I have tried a lot of different combinations, ultimately it freezes over enough that getting enough air for the exertion becomes really annoying:) I’ve tried changing face coverings mid run but in deep freeze temps its just too dangerous to expose a sweaty face and head to those temps, so long runs can get cut short or broken into two parts so I can go home and change face gear. Your caution about monitoring one’s self in cold is excellent. I would add to watch for clothing creep that can expose skin by mistake (e.g. a hat rides up and ear lobes get exposed, or ankles where pants and socks stop meeting). That all said, on Sunday I did a run in shorts!!! A week earlier it was minus 18 C. Have fun out there!

For cold-cold Michigan running my go-to has been Sporthill 3SP fabric pants and top (pass on the gloves though-too thin). They stop the wind and breathe well. Neither cheap nor lightweight, but will last many seasons. Face and feet become the limiting factor.

what about Thorlo XCCU Experia socks?
definitely my favorites for running.

I run in Nike shoes only, but oddly enough I’ve found that Under Armour socks seem to be my favorite. Very durable, breathable and just the right amount of arch support/cushion.

I need something for black ice. Thinking of IceBug shoes but afraid of those studs.. ��

How do you record your runs? As I your camera is always ahead of you while running.

I’ve definitely found that running in winter does have some wonderful bonuses on the shores of Lake Michigan (or any other large body of water I would have to assume). The sounds of cracking ice when it is frozen over and the views for example. I usually find that on normal winter days I can be very comfortable in a pair of insulated leggings and compression shirt then a pair of shorts and a sweatshirt over the top; after i get that first mile or two in I am up to a good operating temperature and it starts to feel like just another day.

However, on the really cold days I will put on a fleece hat and gloves… plus, i tape a disposable hand warmer to the front of my leggings for reasons I don’t think i need to mention…. or I throw in the towel and do very repetitive laps around the indoor track at the local high school and with any luck they sometimes have the bleachers out so I can hit the stairs.

I will definitely look into the balaclava though for myself and my son that is really getting into running.

18:43 would suggest that wind boxers might be a better option for those really cold days. Helps a lot more than shorts in places a bit north of you (Ottawa), where the weather’s already been -25c/-13f + windchill. Great video.

Great sock review. Btw, u mentioned u primarily wear the calve sleeves for warmth… but have u heard of them actually helping for calf cramp prevention?.. for example at mile 18 of a marathon? Or if u had any anti-cramp tips, that would be super helpful. Thank you.

My favorites are Fitsok high quality, made in North Carolina. The F4 Tech is my go-to sock it breathes, channels moisture, and is fitted to left/right. At 3 for $25 I don’t find myself rationing them for later I just add another set to the running drawer. The CF2 Crew is a thicker sock, great for cooler runs.

I think winter has arrived earlier everywhere this year. I live in the Uk ���� normally it’s very wet but still relatively mild. This year is definitely colder. ��.

would you recommend a headlamp?
Also smart wool hats are worth the money

I would highly recommend the Nike Snood. It is a soccer product but i have used it in a few long runs for conditioning in early cold morning. You should give it a try.

this guy have a GF, wife and/or kids?? Just curious how he finds all ths YT time. Cool.

Stance is always going to be #1, makes them better when they have a hole in the toe too

Merino is the way to go. Recommend Feetures Elite Merino or Smartwool. Icebreaker has great lifestyle socks, but don’t love them for running.

Socks my favourite brands are two Australian company’s called Steigen and LeBent. Steigen make super light weight socks but they’re incredibly durable and comfortable.
I also love their blister free gaurantee, if you get blisters they will refund you.
And LeBent, I just found this company but they are basically better Stance socks, I only have one pair because they’re expensive but they’re amazing �� I think I’ll be getting these from now on.

Good luck Seth

Weird idea but what do you think about rubbing on capsaicin topical cream (for muscle aches) on the arms and legs and core?

Quick mention of Nike Elite Cushion Quarter Socks. They are AFAIK the only quarter socks to have padding along the top of the sock which is fantastic at preventing extensor tendonitis (along with Lydiard lacing your shoes). Few different models but these are the ones I mean https://www.amazon.co.uk/Nike-Unisex-Adult-Cushion-Quarter/dp/B00LM3COUI

I havent been running for a while but here in Finland you end up running in the cold quite a while. Good hat and something all the way to your mouth in the beginning to warm up the air a bit. Gloves should be thin as you warm up during the run and it will get too hot. And good socks and shoes. On winter I have a different pair of shoes, Icebugs, and they are essential here. If there is enough snow you can probably manage with “normal” shoes, but when it is ice it is a must. They give you a lot of stability and safety. Seeing your video made me want to start to run again!:) Cheers

This feels like the video I need right now. Love Stance socks but think I will try some inov-8 or CEP socks next. Longer socks always look so much cooler.

Great reviews as always. And I would like to try on the injinji toes socks as they look great for long run and able to prevent blister. Wonder how it really works as I always got wet feets and these socks are not cheap.

I used to think Nike running socks are expensive but then I realized they usually go on sale at season end, and I was able to buy a few pairs at a bargain. But Balega socks, they are another level of expensive. Still, they are so comfortable that I would buy another one at a heartbeat.

Bought a new pair of Nike Shield Swift pants. Very tapered. Pockets big time and drawstring on the outside which’s very smart.

Smart wool PhD light weight cushioned. I run in these wool socks all year long. Yes, even in the summer. They are awesome!

Is there a temperature that you consider too cold? My threshold temp is probably in the upper 50’s. Below that I’m on the treadmill.

Was 19 degrees F. for my run this morning. Layers is definitely key. Balaclava I use is Nike. It seems to work good unless you wear glasses. Then you’re just going to fog up your lenses. Salomon and Nathan both have some good gloves out for different temperatures. I top it all off with a Salomon Bonattie pro jacket. I picked up the clear swimming goggles for when it’s not too bright. The wind and freezing Temps on your eyes really suck! Also, Nathan has a really nice thick hat out right now for night time running. It works really well at keeping in that heat and adds visibility for drivers. I usually run with my Salomon skin 12 vest just in case I need to take a layer off and for hydration. Winter running requires plenty of hydration and nutrition. So I usually bring a extra gel and some salt. Hopefully I won’t have to pull out the trail shoes for the ice. I hate the cold, but I hate running on treadmills more. Just make sure to get out of those clothes as soon as possible when you get home.

I’ve struggled to find a compression sock that wears well with my running style as I tend to go through socks quick! The CEP Night Vision socks I have found to be fantastic, great compression, decal for night running and comfort. Highly recommend (be interesting to have a compression sock review) ��

Hey, great list. Just found your channel and I’m really enjoying your content! Something you might want to experiment with is wearing Latex (or Nitrile) gloves under your other gloves or mittens. As you can imagine, it traps all the heat and keeps your hands nice and toasty (albeit, very sweaty). These gloves are much cheaper than hand warmers, so you’d be saving a little coin. This was something I learned when I was playing lacrosse in very cold temps, worked really well for me.

13:07 That slide was crazy. Glad you didn’t lose your balance. Also, how do you move forward with less traction?

My favorites are Smartwool and Road runner socks! I also love Pro Compression marathon socks.

For cheaper socks I go with ASICS. I can usually find a 3 or 6 pack for relatively cheap. My favorite socks are dry max the run lite mesh no show.

Have been wearing only running socks for a couple of years now. with all shoes for work and running.