Buying running socks can be a real pain in the foot. You want ones that won’t slip, slide, bunch up, or rub you the wrong way. Plus, you’re looking for a pair that will underwrite a blister-free marathon, not blow out after a couple of miles.
Worry not, though, for we’ve gone on a sock crawl of Chicago and found ten shops that are worth a run-stop-shop. So, tighten your laces and let’s go toe to toe with these sock vendors.
- Fleet Feet - Old Town
- Dick Pond Athletics
- Running for Kicks
- Universal Sole
- Road Runner Sports
- Northshore Proactive
- City Sports
- The Runner’s Edge
- Naperville Running Company
- Playtri
https://www.fleetfeet.com/chicago
The running specialty store stocks the largest selection of running socks, including compression, lightweight, and wool socks. Average price: $12-$20.
http://www.dickpondathletics.com/
This family-owned store has been outfitting runners since 1969. Dick Pond Athletics offers a variety of sock types, including crew, no-show, and trail socks. Average price: $8-$20.
https://www.runningforkicks.com/
Running for Kicks believes a comfortable pair of running shoes starts with the right pair of socks. The store carries running socks from leading brands. Average price: $8-$16.
https://www.universalsole.com/
The independent shoe store carries a variety of running socks, including toe socks, compression socks, and ankle socks. Average price: $12-$20.
https://www.roadrunnersports.com/
Road Runners Sports offers an outstanding selection of performance socks, including merino wool and seamless running socks. Average price: $10-$20.
https://www.northshoreproactive.com/
The running and fitness store in Wilmette carries running socks from leading brands, designed for running on different surfaces. Average price: $10-$18.
https://www.citysports.com/
City Sports is an athletic gear store that carries running socks from brands like Nike, Asics, and Saucony. Average price: $10-$16.
https://www.runnersedgechicago.com/
A Wicker Park running shop that offers a wide range of running socks, including compression, wool, and no-show socks. Average price: $10-$22.
https://www.naperville-running-company.com/
This biblical-tongued named store caters to runners and walkers and carries a large selection of running socks. Average price: $10-$20.
https://www.playtri.com/
The shop is a one-stop-shop for any athlete and carries a huge range of socks, including stylish and durable running socks. Average price: $8-$16.
We hope you have enjoyed our sock trek through Chicago. Now that you’ve got our fuzzy recommendations on where to get your next pair of running socks, sock up and start hoofing it!