When you're riding, are your feet moving smoothly in your boots? Are you wearing two pairs of socks because it's cold, making it difficult to move?
If you think about it, when we move our body and put weight on the board, there are socks between our body and our boots. For example, if the socks are out of place when you step on the board, you cannot put weight on the board smoothly.
In other words, socks are very important. They are an important item, so much so that you can think of them as a piece of gear. They need to accurately transmit the movement of your body between your boots and your feet, while keeping your feet comfortable. That is the functionality that socks are expected to provide.
Now, the hot topic at snowboard shops
What are KARNA compression socks?
Efficiently perform load unloading operations,Stabilize your riding
KARNA is a brand that carefully creates items that protect snowboarders' bodies and bring out their best performance, such as snowboard protectors that use the world's top-level shock absorbing material "Xrd®︎". The socks that KARNA has developed are thoroughly functional for winter sports. They are very different from socks that are just warm and comfortable.
First of all, a special knitting method is used in areas where pressure is applied, such as below the knees and around the base of the toes, to improve blood circulation. This keeps the pressure at a moderate level, helping to prevent fatigue.
In addition, thick pile stitching is used on the area where the tongue of the boot touches, around the heel, sole, and toes for cushioning. A taping structure is also placed to wrap around the arch of the foot, Achilles tendon, ankle, and top of the foot for support. By creating a firm arch in the sole of the foot, you can efficiently perform weight-bearing movements.
Another important point is that these socks are carefully made.
You will feel that the boots will fit your feet perfectly, and you will feel a much greater sense of stability and security when wearing them.
KARNA's compression socks include polyester socks with compression functions, and wool blend socks that are made with merino wool yarn, which has high moisture absorption and release properties, maintains moisture appropriately, and has anti-odor effects, making them even more comfortable.
I would recommend these socks to anyone, not just those who want to prioritize performance, but also those who have never seriously considered choosing socks before.
You'll definitely get better results for just a few thousand yen.
KARNA
AW Gradually Compression Socks
KNS-1008
Price: ¥2,999 (tax included)
Size: 21-23cm (GY, NV), 23-25cm, 25-27cm (GY, NV, BD, BK), 27-29cm (GY, BK)
KNS-1009 (WOOL BLEND SOCKS)
Price: ¥3,499 (tax included)
Size: 23-25cm, 25-27cm (CGY, NV, BD), 27-29cm (CGY)
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