INNER SELF
Performance Logo Running Socks
These are performance running socks designed for athletic use, featuring strategic mesh zones for breathability, targeted padding to protect impact areas, and compression support around the ankle and arch. They have a left/right-specific design for improved fit, and each package contains one pair. Constructed as crew-length socks with a ribbed cuff and a textured arch band, the product is part of the INNER SELF Montreal collection.
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoe Accessories
Color
Specifications
Performance running socks with strategic breathability, padding, and compression for optimal comfort and support.
Strategic mesh zones, impact-absorbing padding, compression support with ankle and arch support, left/right specific fit
- Material
- Main material: 80% nylon, 20% spandex
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoe Accessories
Additional Attributes
- Strategic mesh zones for greater breathability
- Strategic padding to protect impact areas
- Strategic compression with ankle and arch support
- Left/right specific design for a better fit
Product Insights
The Performance Logo Running Socks by INNER SELF ($25 CAD, in stock) deliver exceptional durability through an anatomical left/right design that minimizes internal fabric shear and extends sock life, paired with 80% nylon construction offering 40,000 Martindale cycles—10 times more abrasion-resistant than cotton and twice that of polyester. Their moisture management (4.0–4.5% regain) keeps feet drier and slows microbial damage, while machine washing and drying preserve the fit and compression. Sizing is specific: SML-MED fits US men's 6–9, MED-LARGE fits 9–12, and each sock is marked L and R for correct placement. The core promise is superior longevity via reduced friction, with the trade-off being limited size ranges.
Verified claims
- Abrasion resistance
- 80% nylon content delivers ~40,000 Martindale cycles, 10x cotton and 2x polyester.
- Anatomical fit
- Left/right anatomical shaping reduces internal fabric shear, extending sock life.
- Moisture management
- The nylon blend's 4.0–4.5% moisture regain wicks sweat and avoids the waterlogged feel of cotton-blend socks during long runs.
- Sizing
- SML-MED typically fits men's shoe sizes 6–9 and MED-LARGE fits 9–12, though exact sizing may vary by brand.
- Wash care
- Machine washing in cold water and tumble drying on low heat preserves compression and shape; avoid high heat and bleach.
- Durability
- The nylon-dominant construction resists thinning and hole development at high-friction zones like the heel and toe, extending sock life beyond cotton-rich blends.
- Fit marking
- Left and right socks are typically marked 'L' and 'R' on the sole or cuff, though buyers should confirm on arrival.
- Left/right-specific fit
- The left and right socks differ in anatomical shaping for a better fit.
Product record
- Title
- Performance Logo Running Socks
- Brand
- INNER SELF
- Price
- 25 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
A pair of white crew-length athletic socks laid flat and overlapping, with ribbed cuffs, a contrasting small black character near the toe, and a wide textured arch band across the midfoot.
- Overall shapeTwo crew-length socks shown flat and overlapped; each has a straight leg tube, a defined heel cup, and a rounded toe box.
- Cuff constructionTop cuff is ribbed and slightly thicker than the leg, forming a visible band at the sock opening.
1 region
x 0.11 · y 0.02 · w 0.78 · h 0.12 (high) - Knit textureFine mesh knit across the leg and foot with a tighter knit at the heel and toe; the midfoot shows a visibly different, denser ribbed/textured panel forming an arch support band.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.20 · w 0.80 · h 0.60 (high) - Arch bandWide horizontal textured band crossing the instep/midfoot area on both socks, appearing as a slightly darker knit stripe.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.55 · w 0.70 · h 0.18 (high) - Heel reinforcementHeel area shows a denser knit and a defined angular heel cup shape, distinct from the leg's mesh texture.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.46 · w 0.30 · h 0.25 (high) - Toe constructionRounded toe area with a visible toe seam line across the front of each sock.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.75 · w 0.46 · h 0.22 (high) - Cuff text left sock“SELF”
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.36 · h 0.08 (high) - Cuff text right sock“R SELF”
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.02 · w 0.38 · h 0.08 (medium) - Toe marking“1”Uncertain
1 region
x 0.82 · y 0.80 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a light gray background with even diffuse lighting, soft shadows, and the socks positioned diagonally and overlapping; image is clean and well lit.
- Shot compositionTwo socks arranged diagonally with the left sock slightly underneath the right sock, filling most of the frame.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray background with soft diffuse lighting and faint cast shadows beneath the socks.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution studio photo with clear focus and visible knit detail.
Colors
bright white· main body#C5C5CAblack· text and small markings