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  October 27, 2026 Jake C

  Why We Developed GearSocks Second Skin: A Different Take on Thin Running Socks

  We used to sell plenty of Steigen socks. Then customers started telling us what they liked, what they didn’t, and what they wished was different. So we listened, got to work, and spent six months developing GearSocks Second Skin — an ultra-light, Australian-made running sock built for runners who want to feel like they’re wearing almost nothing. Here’s the story behind it, including how it stacks up on the scales against Steigen and Balega.

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  September 29, 2026 Jake C

  Balega Hidden Comfort: Is This What a Great Everyday Sock Looks Like?

  There are socks you buy simply because you need socks—and then there are socks you put on and immediately understand the hype. The Balega Hidden Comfort sits firmly in the second category.

  Marketed as a performance running sock, it has quietly become a cult favourite for walkers, retail workers, travellers, and anyone spending hours on their feet. But is it right for you? In our ProLab review, we break down what actually matters—and look at why this heavily padded everyday sock earns its spot in your drawer.

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  September 13, 2026 Jake C

  Best Gym Socks for Training, Hyrox & CrossFit

  Your gym has changed. Your socks probably haven’t.

  Once upon a time, going to the gym might have meant lifting some weights, sitting down, lifting some more weights and finishing with ten minutes on the treadmill.

  Your socks weren’t exactly being put through military service. That’s not how everyone trains anymore. Let’s take a look at better socks.

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