Anyone seen these? Do they work like and/or as well as compression socks? I want to try compression socks for calf pain, but, I am picky about my socks. I really like my current running socks. So, is this the solution?
http://www.trisports.com/2xucocagu.html
I have a pair and have run in them five times- four times here in the U.S. wearing them under tights and once in Bonaire in warm weather while wearing shorts.
I like them, but I don’t know if they offer any real benefit beyond simply feeling good- which may be benefit enough.
I have pretty noticable lower leg problems. You may have seen my posts onthis forum about heel pain, etc. These didn’t make that go away- nor were they represented to do so- but they may offer some limited “stabilization” effect of the tissues in the lower leg while running. They do feel nice and supportive.
The sizing is relatively straighforward. I have a 15 & 3/4" diameter calf at its largest point and I am wearing the medium size. I think “black” on this forum asked me my calf measurement in a PM and I’ve yet to respond (about 500 PM’s in my box). Sorry about that- 15 & 3/4" is my measurement.
I can’t profess to any tangible benefit but I will continue to use them simply because they feel good. I like 'em.
Tom: Have you tried any compression socks? If so, how would you compare them to these?
Thanks.
my impressions same as Tom. I have tried compression socks too but these feel much more tighter, and I didn’t like the “sock” part of compression socks.
I wish I could give you a better answer, but no. The 2XU thingies are my first foray into the compression sock genre’.
Hi black,
Public apology for not getting that calf diameter information back to you sooner. Sorry My Friend. I’ll do better next time.
Tom.
my impressions same as Tom. I have tried compression socks too but these feel much more tighter, and I didn’t like the “sock” part of compression socks.
Cool. That’s what I was hoping to hear. I have a birthday coming up, so, I think these will be on my list. Thanks.
Try using your arm warmers for this purpose (for recovery anyhow). Works great.
So what size do you wear? I just measured 15.5 inches, which comes out to 39.4 cm. The size chart say medium is 40-42 cm. But, Small seems like it would be too small.
I’ve never tried compression socks, but I have calf problems and these seem to help quite a bit. I plan on doing my next HIM with them, and they are thin enough to wear under a wetsuit. I have mediums and my calf measures 39.0 cm. They are tight on me and I couldn’t even get the smalls on. Probably couldn’t wear compression socks on the swim anyway! I have other sleeves that aren’t quite as tight or thin, I like these best although they are expensive.
I got cramps in my calves when I did the Miami Man 1/2 IM & then the Palm Beach 1/2 marathon a few weeks later. So I went “compression crazy”
I got the 2XU compression tights and the calf guards. Got the ones that Zensah makes, got the CEP Compression socks from the ironman.com website, and then was told by a friend of mine about a website called ameswalker.com , so I bought some of their compressions stuff. Also got a few pairs of OxySox.
MY verdicts:
The 2XU & Zensah are OK I guess. I can’t really say if they work or not. The OxySox actual sock part is too thick for my taste to run with so I just wear them around the house.
My favorite (hands down) are the CEP Compression socks. They are the tightest of all the stuff I got. A pain in the ass to get on even LOL, but he sock part is very thin and good to run with (similar to the Ultimax Wigwam Ironman thin socks) I got 2 pairs of these and will be using them for my run in IM AZ in April !!! They do look absolutely retarded, but whatever works right ???
:-))
I wore Nike Dri-Fit compression socks last weekend at the Geelong 70.3 race…
After the race my quads were killing me, but my calves were 100% okay…even at post race massage, normally calves would be a bit tender, but they were fine, no soreness at all…
Now go back to your training! And don’t forget my dinner in Arizona!!!
I have been wearing them for some time and I like the feeling of my legs afterwards. Less sore and quicker recovery.
I ended up size medium fits nice. as you said i really don’t know if it makes any difference but it FEELS nice. One downside was i used them on the treadmill in a hot and non windy space and they were really hot! (and everybody kept staring at me)
Now go back to your training! And don’t forget my dinner in Arizona!!!
hahahahaha !!! Why is it again that ***I ***have to buy YOU dinner ???
I think YOU should buy me breakfast, lunch, & dinner the entire time we are out there !!!
Because I didn’t get the last time. Are you ready??? This winter is killing me here, I’ll be in better shape for IMFL
I have a pair, I have used them a few times, I can’t tell the difference between them and the oxysox I baught for Wallnutcreek tri for $6 per pair.
SO there has to be a way to get the on quick right??? TOrbjorn did it…I am thinking of getting a pair for IMAZ!!!
I got cramps in my calves when I did the Miami Man 1/2 IM & then the Palm Beach 1/2 marathon a few weeks later. So I went “compression crazy”
I got the 2XU compression tights and the calf guards. Got the ones that Zensah makes, got the CEP Compression socks from the ironman.com website, and then was told by a friend of mine about a website called ameswalker.com , so I bought some of their compressions stuff. Also got a few pairs of OxySox.
MY verdicts:
The 2XU & Zensah are OK I guess. I can’t really say if they work or not. The OxySox actual sock part is too thick for my taste to run with so I just wear them around the house.
My favorite (hands down) are the CEP Compression socks. They are the tightest of all the stuff I got. A pain in the ass to get on even LOL, but he sock part is very thin and good to run with (similar to the Ultimax Wigwam Ironman thin socks) I got 2 pairs of these and will be using them for my run in IM AZ in April !!! They do look absolutely retarded, but whatever works right ???
:-))