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Equipment => Other Gear => Topic started by: shamelessshaun on April 29, 2015, 02:36:43 PM

Title: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: shamelessshaun on April 29, 2015, 02:36:43 PM
Seeing as I have just sat and read a thread relating to different types of trousers you 'fine gentleman' will be adorning this season got me thinking of SOCKS!

Personally I go for a Cricket sock in the mid price range, currently the Kookaburra Air tech to be precise. Whats everyone elses take on the cricket sock? Will you splash the cash for a 1000 Miler or is 12 Pairs of donnays for £5 from sports direct good enough?
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: Vitas Cricket on April 29, 2015, 02:42:47 PM
Horizon Test. Best sock going. I played circa 65 games last year, shoes and socks are very important when doing something so often that involves standing about for hours on end!
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: WalkingWicket37 on April 29, 2015, 02:48:51 PM
I've got 2 pairs of 1000 mile and 3 pairs of Horizon to last me the year.
In short im a sock snob...
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: Cin88 on April 29, 2015, 02:50:05 PM
Whatever of my 26 pairs of sports direct cheapo slazenger socks happens to be at the top of the drawer on game day, along with a spare pair in case the outfield is a mudbath.
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: FattusCattus on April 29, 2015, 02:52:46 PM
I've got 2 pairs of 1000 mile and 3 pairs of Horizon to last me the year.
In short im a sock snob...

You surprise me!

Which one do you wear on your willy of a night?
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: WalkingWicket37 on April 29, 2015, 02:57:10 PM
You surprise me!

Which one do you wear on your willy of a night?

An extra large textured for pleasure one mate, and that's a bit snug!
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: shamelessshaun on April 29, 2015, 03:05:54 PM
An extra large textured for pleasure one mate, and that's a bit snug!

One of Pippi Longstockings by chance?
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: WalkingWicket37 on April 29, 2015, 03:15:00 PM
One of Pippi Longstockings by chance?

Its kind of like a tri textured bat grip.

The end is smooth, the middle is ribbed and the bottom end is a pimply texture (a bit like the S&M Grips posted somewhere on here the other day).

I have a feeling we're not on the same wavelength here  :D
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: shamelessshaun on April 29, 2015, 03:22:59 PM
I have a feeling we're not on the same wavelength here  :D

I was referring to longer than average socks, nothing more nothing less. What you chose do with them on the otherhand is of your own being..
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: Seniorplayer on April 29, 2015, 03:55:37 PM
1000 mile cricket socks with ultra wool technology from the Physo room .com £9.99 pair really comfortable.
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: FattusCattus on April 29, 2015, 04:06:00 PM
Its kind of like a tri textured bat grip.

The end is smooth, the middle is ribbed and the bottom end is a pimply texture (a bit like the S&M Grips posted somewhere on here the other day).

I use a Snood.
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: Northern monkey on April 29, 2015, 05:51:56 PM
I've used walking socks/cricket socks whatever over the years
But since getting a lovely pair of asics off Asad last year, cheapo sports directs all the way for me now
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: WalkingWicket37 on April 29, 2015, 06:22:55 PM
I use a Snood.

While that probably keeps the shaft warm, doesn't the hole at the end make it a bit drafty!
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: TOGS on April 29, 2015, 08:27:34 PM
I've been selling the HORIZON TEST socks for years. I do them for a tenner & a lot of my customers use them for everyday use as well.
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: FattusCattus on April 29, 2015, 08:50:02 PM
While that probably keeps the shaft warm, doesn't the hole at the end make it a bit drafty!

You're quite right - however, if I use my balaclava, my plums drop out!
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: edge on April 29, 2015, 09:15:43 PM
Had a pair of horizon, hated them. Bridgedale walking socks can't be beaten however.
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: KIPPERS on April 29, 2015, 11:21:12 PM
I've been selling the HORIZON TEST socks for years. I do them for a tenner & a lot of my customers use them for everyday use as well.

At a tenner can I have two pairs please
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: KIPPERS on April 29, 2015, 11:27:03 PM
well if this was a bowling site socks and feet would be 30% of the topics. Learn how to cut your toe nails properly and wear the best socks available. I wear thin cotton twin layer running socks under my Horizon test socks. And then have the best boots that suit my feet. Addidas 22 yds for me but other feet might like other brands. I've been opening the bowling (now county league ) for 30 years
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: tim2000s on April 30, 2015, 05:34:15 AM

Had a pair of horizon, hated them. Bridgedale walking socks can't be beaten however.
I've used Bridgedale walking socks for Saturday cricket for years. They work exceptionally well as they are designed for use for long periods and keep the foot breathing freely.

I've also used Horizon and I think the Horizons are as good. They're what I am currently using.

The other factor is shoes. For the last five years I've worn ASICS spikes and Adidas rubbers. The ASICS are the most comfortable shoes for bowling in that I've found.


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Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: VKS on April 30, 2015, 05:39:22 AM
Horizon are excellent and keep their shape and cushioning wash after wash.

The Thorlo range are also very good. They have a specialist running and tennis range which quite a few of our cricketers wear.
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: VKS on April 30, 2015, 09:14:56 AM
The GM Teknik is another sock offering good value for money.
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: jwebber86 on April 30, 2015, 10:23:28 AM
I have half a dozen pairs from sports direct and have been happy with them. Although I might try something else after seeing what other people use
Title: Re: Socks - from the humble sports direct multi-pack to the 1000 milers!
Post by: RichW on April 30, 2015, 12:15:42 PM
The GM Teknik is another sock offering good value for money.

I have 3 pairs of these that I wear on rotation they're great socks.