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Review on ๐Ÿƒ Ultimate Comfort for Runners: Thorlos XJ Max Cushion Running Crew Socks by Jason Sisawang

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Size too large, stretch upper not as comfortable as before

In the past I have rated my soft Thorlos socks as the most comfortable I have ever owned. When I ordered them I expected them to be the same size as the ones I had previously bought. Not this case. I understand that some have complained that the upper of crew socks like mine has worn down: but not before wearing them for a very long time, an acceptable compromise for comfort; it was the not too high height of the socks and the lack of a constraining elastic at the top, avoiding the pressure ring around the lower leg that attracted me the most. Consequently, I was disappointed when the socks I received calf significantly higher than before, with an offensive elastic band at the top which, while likely to discourage future wear, also detracted from their unparalleled comfort. To be honest, I hate the pressure and tightness in elastic socks; and these torlo used to be an exception. Unfortunately no more; and a return window that I was unaware of has expired. I suppose I'll try a pair of low boots in the hopes that unlike crew socks they aren't as tight and stretchy at the top.

Pros
  • 86% Acrylic 12% Nylon 2% Elastic
Cons
  • Gotchas