Gear Review: 1000 Mile Lite Anklet Repreve Double Layer Socks

 

From the 1000 Mile Website 

I recently won something the Wild Ginger Running Patreon monthly giveaway. And that something was 4 pairs of these socks. Firstly, thank you to Claire Maxted whose YouTube content and articles I have long listened to for advice. And also secondly thank you to Justine at 1000 miles for sending on the socks. 

I must confess, early in my running career I had a bad experience with double layered socks; I ripped my feet with blisters apart doing a half marathon in a pair that I probably hadn't really worn in training. I also probably needed to change my shoes at this point but hey. Since then, I have stuck with single layer socks. 

I have also had a few pairs of 1000 miles socks and been happy with them. I mean, I don't really put a lot of thought in to socks, and my foot care practice is borderline criminal which is probably contributing to a hos ton injuries I currently have (metatarsalgia, blisters, black toe nails etc). 

One of the great things about these socks is they are 89% reclaimed materials. I know reclaiming materials isn't the perfect solution to our climate and resource crisis but it is a good start. And unlike a lot of reclaimed materials, these socks don't feel reclaimed; they aren't rough on your feet. The inner liners are comfy and soft, even after a few trips through my washing machine. 

The arch support and the padded toes are also a bit of a plus, not so much from an orthotic point of view but they didn't move around on my feet. They are also designed to wick away sweat but living in the north west of England, and it being spring (and not having particularly sweaty feet), I don't think I noticed this. 

So not a bad shout for those who take a bit more pride in their feet than I do! Thanks again to 1000 miles for a chance to give these a try as I can definitely recommend them,