How To Find The Perfect Tennis Socks
It’s tennis season! With Wimbledon starting on Monday the 30th of June, the sport is seeing a rise in popularity. From the most practiced professionals to the newest hobbyists, everyone is taking to the tennis courts this summer, and we love it! Tennis is not only fun, but it is great form of exercise and an easy way to socialise, either catching up with all friends over a friendly game, or meeting new people with common interests at your local club, either way, tennis is definitely the sport of the summer.
Like any sport, whether you are performing in a champion tournament or just having some fun in your back garden, the experience is only enjoyable with the correct equipment. There are many guides out there on the internet helping you pick out the best racket and ball at any budget. And tennis fashion has been in fashion for the past few years, so chances are you already own that classic a white polo shirt and shorts combo. However, with a sport that involves a lot of footwork, the one piece of kit that you can’t overlook is the correct footwear. Having the correct footwear on during exercise is proven to reduce sports injuries, improve performance, and keep you balanced.
If you have already bought your perfect pair of tennis shoes, you may not be getting the full effects from them if you are paring them with the same old socks you have been wearing to the gym for years- so here is what to look for in the perfect pair of tennis socks-
Fabric
As we are currently experiencing heatwaves here in the UK, and any form of exercise will always raise your body temperature, it is very important that you prioritize breathability in your clothes. Some socks are made with the specific purpose of keeping your feet as warm as possible, although this is great for winter, wearing too many heavy fabrics in the summer can lead to serious health risks, so make sure your tennis socks are crafted with sports in mind!
Cotton is a naturally breathable fabric, although on its own it absorbs moister weather than keeping it away, so using a cotton blend will enhance moisture control and improve comfort. These blends keep your feet dry while still allowing them to breathe.
Peper Harow Essential white sports socks are the perfect socks for beginners in any sport, made with a blend of 38% Recycled Cotton, 38% Recycled Polyester, 20%
Polyamide, and 4% Spandex, these socks stay cool and comfortable all day long.
Length
Everyone has a different preference for the length of their socks, some people prefer the typical longer crew socks, whereas some people gravitate towards ankle or trainer socks.There are pros and cons to every length, especially when it comes to sports. Some people may find a longer sock to warm, or find that they leave awkward tan lines if worn with shorts for a long time, so you may want to opt for a shorter sock. The quarter crew sock is a sock that typically goes around 25% up the calf, and can be a good option for a shorter sock.
These Olympic quarter crew sports socks are perfect for getting into the patriotic sportsman mood.
Another option is the trainer sock. Although some trainer socks are designed with casual fashion in mind, their lack of coverage may lead to blisters if worn during intense sports. So the trainer sport socks are a good medium here. These are designed with sports in mind, and feature a blister tab, a thick layer of fabric at the back of the foot, making them perfect for intensive workouts and breaking in new trainers.
Cushioning
The key to a good sports sock is cushioning in high friction areas such as the toes and heel. A sock being cushioned is different to a sock being thick, as mentioned above in the fabric section, it’s important that sportswear is breathable, but that doesn't mean they have to be thin and uncomfortable. A good sports sock will have built in cushioning and support in the places where it matters without compromising on the breathability.
Our striped organic sports socks are made with a blend of Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certified organic cotton and feature state-of-the-art thick, cushioned sole and ribbed arch bands for enhanced performance and comfort.
In Conclusion
There are many key elements to what makes a good tennis sock, but it is important that you opt for something custom built for sport with breathability, durability and comfort in mind.