Need socks recommendation

[Virginia Plain]

I hate running in 30 degree weather and have avoided if forever. 

I might run a 10 mile race in 2 weeks.  I ran this a.m. and endured the cold.  It really isn't a big deal.  Except my toes.  My toes get painfully cold.  Usually I just wear cotton socks.  What should I be wearing in 30 degree weather to keep my lil tootsies warm?

[caito]

Merino wool running socks. 

Not your average thick every day socks.  But some companies do make running specific socks out of wool and they are so soft and warm.  I wear them all the time.

http://www.feeturesrunning.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=221&Itemid=42

They make crew style socks too.

http://www.balega.com/socks/woolen-performance/merino-enduro-quarter

SmartWool makes them as well (duh.)

[Virginia Plain]

Thanx!!

[cgraz]

Ditto the wool - I have a few pairs of SmartWool socks that come into heavy circulation at this time of year. Very comfy and big difference in terms of warmth.

[Belgian Lace]

Feetures.  omg.

[Eco Ellen]

I am a feetures convert. I don't know if I have the merino ones or not though. My SIL just gave me two more pair. I cannot get enough.

[Virginia Plain]

Sweet!
I just ordered 2 pairs of Feetures.

[Ice Cream]

No a sock recommendation, but a gore tex running shoe recommendation. It was the best purchase I ever made.  Brooks ghost GTX is what I have.

But, in 30 degree weather, wool socks should do.

[caito]

I am a feetures convert. I don't know if I have the merino ones or not though. My SIL just gave me two more pair. I cannot get enough.

This may be one of my greatest triumphs! 

The Feetures company is a really good one.  Small family business.  The owner/president is the nicest, nicest man.  They work really hard and are one of my favorite vendors.

[diablita]

you converted me to Feetures, too 

[Run Amok]

do feetures last longer than other running socks? I'm forever poking holes in them!

[cgraz]

I'll admit, I am swayed from my love of Balegas...have been giving Feetures a chance after all the talk in there! (And because I know caito knows stuff about stuff, and stuff.)

[caito]

Feetures do come with a lifetime guarantee, I believe.  Check the website!

Balega makes great socks too, I just happen to have a personal relationship with the Feetures crew.  And one of them happens to be very handsome. 

[Handsome Jack]

Great thread. I run with whatever was inexpensive at WalMart most days and Balaga for longer runs. Noting special for colder months other than sometimes doubling up. I think I'll give these a try.

[Eco Ellen]

Feetures do come with a lifetime warranty. I have only been wearing them for a couple of months but have wondered if that meant holes too.

[cgraz]

 

[Magic Microbe]

I love feetures! I got them for both my husband and my running partner for christmas (and my secret santa too).

[wherestheportojohn]

Recreational TM jogger, checking in.
I'm a Zulu girl, but am always willing to try new socks, especially if they transition well to my other types of training.

I have a holiday $30 FleetFeet gift card, and am willing to try the Feetures.
I assume they carry a variety of styles in this brand.
(I will all the local store to see.)

[Ice Cream]

I admit that I buy the quality running socks that are cheap at TJMaxx and Marshalls and other discounted places. My only requirement, besides no cotton, is no noticeable seams at the toes. I love fox river socks and wigwam socks. Not a great fan of smart wool, but they are OK.

[Hobie1]

Vermont Darn Tough socks.  Balega wool socks are real good.  Also, big fan of FEETURES.  I don't have the FEETURES wool socks but I run in their lightweight socks and love them.