Any benefit to proper cycling socks?

[endoman]

Never understood why they come half way up the calf, if I'm out on the bike I want as much as a tan as I can get so I usually nick daughters trainer type socks, or I have a couple of pairs of Lidl ones for best.

 

[Red Light]

I get my sock from my neighbours washing line......hahahahaha

Any other items of underwear you want to admit to taking?

 

[guttertrash]

Well, as I expected, it appears there is very little benefit to them, so I'll stick with my CoolMax trainer liners for the time being.

 

[brockers]

I have some pricey Assos ones that I got for the Swiss flag that goes with my bike

You have one of these ?!

 

[jay clock]

You have one of these ?!

no, one of these http://mybmc.weebly.com/uploads/2/9/1/0/2910481/6946326.jpg
now got different wheels on.

The swiss socks were an Xmas pressie from the kids!

 

[pawl]

Long time since I wore proper cycling socks. Wool, knee length in a nice tarten or diamond shape pattern. Those were the days!

I still have a pair of those.Found them tucked in the back of a drawer.Might get myself a pair of plus fours and wear them again.Anyone got an oilskin cape.

 

[Arsen Gere]

Try M&S boys sports socks. 5 pairs for £4.
http://www.marksandspencer.com/Pair...&pf_rd_i=0&pf_rd_p=215485807&pf_rd_s=center-3

Kids have big feet now and they are cheaper than the adults.

 

[Glover Fan]

I think the reason I bought into cycling socks was because I come from a running background where running socks are an absolute essential. I don't think cycling socks make any noticeable difference though.

 

[GrasB]

It really depends, decent running or cycling socks in my winter boots when it's getting warm are a real god send, actually any sock with the seams in the right place & the material is the right balance of breathable + warmth. However once it gets gets much bellow 16C then any cheap sports sock will do.