What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance?

Dec 31, 18 5:23

Post #1 of 30 (2963 views)

I currently wear Zoots and can still find what I need but am looking for alternatives. Plus just yesterday did a 12 mile run in them and the cushion didn’t seem to be adequate. I think they will work for sprints and Olympic distance but not sure about anything longer. Looking for other options. I will probably wear socks for 1/2 IM’s (unless I can find a shoe I’m completely comfortable in.)

What does everyone wear when they run sockless?

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Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Dec 31, 18 5:43

Post #2 of 30 (2953 views)

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Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Dec 31, 18 5:50

Post #3 of 30 (2950 views)

Saucony kinvara.
Any distance. Ironman Maryland most recently. No socks and no blisters or hot spots.

Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Dec 31, 18 7:34

Post #4 of 30 (2906 views)

New Balance 1500T2, up to marathon distance but also sockless in most all running shoes i have like saucony, brooks, newton, 361’s, up to marathon distances. But not only in races, always train sockless as well, i don’t like socks with either running or biking.

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Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Dec 31, 18 19:31

Post #5 of 30 (2822 views)

Sockless in the Newton Distance or Newton Kismet, at Sprint or Olympic distances.
For 70.3 or Ironman distance, I wear Hokas (Cliftons or Machs) and I slip on socks. On average, that takes all of 9 seconds longer. I think it's worth the trade off to learn how to don socks quickly, as that opens up a lot more shoe choices for you.

Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Dec 31, 18 19:37

Post #6 of 30 (2817 views)

Nike frees.

Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Dec 31, 18 19:40

Post #7 of 30 (2814 views)

Brooks Launch 5. Before that I ran Newton.
Bad experience: ON. The heel was hard, not padded like the two mentioned above. Didn't even blister, just rubbed the skin off till it was bleeding, in less than 3 miles.

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Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Dec 31, 18 19:41

Post #8 of 30 (2814 views)

Have found my limit without socks (in any runner) to be around 8km. So I put on socks for Olympic and longer.

The downside to wearing socks (other than the 10 secs it takes to put them on), is when you keep pouring water over your head at aid stations. Your shoes and socks get soaked and wet socks can cause blisters and general discomfort. I get around this by wearing good quality trail running socks that are designed to handle river crossings.

Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Dec 31, 18 20:06

Post #9 of 30 (2806 views)

I have used:

Zoot Ultra Kane
Zoot Ultra Kalani
Zoot ultra Kiawe
Zoot Trail TT (Xterra)

All sock less up to & including IM distance.

Pink? Maybe. Maybe not. You decide.

Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Dec 31, 18 22:08

Post #10 of 30 (2772 views)

Hoka Clifton. Sockless all the way up to 1/2 IM. Full IM always toe socks. Or I end up with terrible blisters between toes.

Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Jan 1, 19 19:02

Post #11 of 30 (2586 views)

The 361 Kgm2.2 is seamless inside so should be good to run sockless in.

I reviewed it about a year ago.

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Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Jan 1, 19 20:02

Post #12 of 30 (2543 views)

Zoom Makai. Max distance is 10K - Olympic. I start to:get chafing on my ankles at around the 6th mile.

Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Jan 2, 19 1:02

Post #13 of 30 (2487 views)

Shouldn’t you choose your running shoes for relevant reasons, and not something that isn’t actually very important?

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Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Jan 2, 19 6:19

Post #14 of 30 (2412 views)

new balance fresh foam zante. I only go sockless for sprint and olympic. after that the few seconds to put on socks is not a dealbreaker for me.

Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Jan 2, 19 8:02

Post #15 of 30 (2364 views)

I've run very long (up to 41mi) in a Topo shoe. There's something about their perfect toe-box width that allows me to go sans socks in total comfort. I prefer the 3-5mm drop shoes but you can see the line here: https://www.topoathletic.com/

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Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Jan 2, 19 15:47

Post #16 of 30 (2266 views)

+1 for New Balance 1500 T2, I run up to 1/2 marathons sockless never an issue. I do all my spring and summer training sockless as well, this may help condition my feet.

Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [RobInOz] [ In reply to ]

Jan 2, 19 15:54

Post #17 of 30 (2257 views)

RobInOz wrote:

The downside to wearing socks (other than the 10 secs it takes to put them on), is when you keep pouring water over your head at aid stations. Your shoes and socks get soaked and wet socks can cause blisters and general discomfort. I get around this by wearing good quality trail running socks that are designed to handle river crossings.

So true, and a good suggestion. I only go sockless on sprints, and I'll wear Asics Gel Nimbus, which is far from an ideal sockless shoe. Otherwise Hoka Bondi's with slip on ankle socks for Olys and 70.3.

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Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Jan 2, 19 16:31

Post #18 of 30 (2237 views)

Hoka Claytons for anything Oly or less.

Next races on the schedule: none at the moment

Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Jan 2, 19 17:54

Post #19 of 30 (2211 views)

Skechers gorun line up to half. Very comfy

Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [ianpeace] [ In reply to ]

Jan 9, 19 10:13

Post #20 of 30 (1965 views)

Re Topo. I'm just looking at these. They've got a 6ish mm drop. But, you like them? Do they compare to any 'normal' shoe?

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Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [-JBMarshTX] [ In reply to ]

Jan 9, 19 10:21

Post #21 of 30 (1955 views)

I tried the Ultra early on (they also have a wide toe box) but all their shoes are zero drop and that's okay for me for 5k or even 10k but any longer and my lower legs get beaten up. Topo makes several shoes with both 3 and 5mm drop and all their toe boxes are so comforting. There not all that abnormal - a little more room in the toe area makes so much sense to me.

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Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Jan 9, 19 10:34

Post #22 of 30 (1945 views)

Which among the above answers, if any, have zero drop?

Last edited by: DFW_Tri: Jan 9, 19 10:35

Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [jeepguy2358] [ In reply to ]

Jan 9, 19 20:55

Post #23 of 30 (1873 views)

All my shoes, all the time. No jokes. Yes they stink like the strainings from the devils jockstrap, but I just leave outside.

You may find a blister or 2 on the first run or 2, but I have never had any issues with sore feet, my theory is it toughens up the skin up on your feet.

Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [DFW_Tri] [ In reply to ]

Jan 10, 19 5:04

Post #24 of 30 (1815 views)

DFW_Tri wrote:

Which among the above answers, if any, have zero drop?

Not sure but mine will...

I run in Altras and all of their shoes are zero drop. Currently the Escalante for training and the Vanish-R for track/racing with speed laces.

Re: What shoes do you run sockless in and for what distance? [xeon] [ In reply to ]

Jan 10, 19 5:46

Post #25 of 30 (1798 views)

I was asking because I run in Altras (Escalante and Torin) but can’t imagine running sockless in them...is there a zero drop shoe with a comfortable upper that would allow for sockless running?

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