Winter Gloves

People with Diabetes need to protect their feet from possible injuries because their wounds often take time to heal. There can even be instances where the wound isn't noticed until it has gotten worse. This is due to the complication known as Diabetic Neuropathy. When a Diabetic has this complication, he or she may not feel any sensation, such as pain, on the lower extremities. 

To prevent injuries on the feet, a lot of people with this health condition wear Diabetic socks. These are non-binding and non-irritating socks that help promote better blood circulation on the legs and feet. Wearing non-binding socks are important to make sure nutrients are properly distributed throughout the body. A regular sock may block blood circulation when the cuff is too tight on the legs or ankles. Non-irritating socks ensures that the feet will be comfortable and won't be itchy, which can easily lead to skin injuries.

The Rite-Fit Diabetic Crew Sock is popular among Diabetic patients. With a smooth fit, padded soles and non-irritating  toe seams, you can be confident that your foot will be protected while you go about your day. 

Shop for the right kind of socks at Amazing Socks! With our wide collection, you'll definitely find a pair that's perfect for you. We also have winter gloves, boots and thermal underwear.

Some northern areas never seem to be able to shake that slight chill that winter leaves behind, and enjoy cool, refreshing air all year long. In these areas, even a cool spring evening can feel like a chilly early winter night. For this reason, it’s important that you keep a pair of winter gloves around all year round for those runs you want to take after the temperature has dropped.

When you’re outside in cooler temperatures, as much as 30% of your body heat could be lost through your hands. Wearing a pair of gloves holds that temperature in; and it will help wick moisture away from your skin, keeping them even warmer. That can be useful in case it’s raining, or if your hands start to sweat.

Try to remember though to leave your gloves at home when the temperature reaches above 85 degrees Fahrenheit. This could make your hands actually begin to sweat and cause a great amount of discomfort. Regular running gloves will help if you still want to wear gloves in this weather. Often you can even find gloves that come with varying temperature ranges on them; these ranges will tell you what weather the gloves are most appropriate for.

Whether you run on chilly mornings before the sun comes up, or you live in an area that’s generally cooler all year round, come see us at Amazing Socks when you need the perfect pair of running gloves. We have a huge selection and can also show you all the other items you’ll need for running in cooler weather, such as Cold Pruf Thermals and men’s Smartwool socks.
 

Shopping for socks is serious business. With hundreds of choices on the market, it can be quite difficult to choose the right kind of socks for you. When choosing socks, you may want to consider the following:

• Do they promote proper circulation in the legs and feet?
• Do they prevent bacterial growth?
• Can they protect your feet from injuries like blisters?
• Do they have enough cushion to absorb shock?

You’ll often find these features from health socks like Thorlo Level 3 Military Over The Calf Anti-Fatigue Boot Sock with X-Static. This type of sock is great for people whose jobs require them to stand for long hours. It has a moisture wicking feature which ensures that your foot stays dry at all times. Aside from this feature, it also protects against shear and impact with its extra THOR•LON yarn in the heel and ball of your foot. With a silver fiber called X-Static, this sock also effectively prevents foot odors and the growth of bacteria.

The problem of excess sweat buildup in the feet is something that’s extremely common, and something that sufferers of it can often find extremely embarrassing. It can also be something that can seem extremely hard to combat, with no amount of powders or lotions being able to do the trick. That’s often the case when trying to treat a problem that’s already started; but when you get to the root of the problem and prevent it from happening in the first place, it’s something that you may never have to live with at all. And Injinji toe socks are a great prevention tactic.  

Injinji socks have separated pockets for each individual toe, so that the toes are not held together creating more heat and therefore, more sweat, than necessary. It’s the same concept as wearing mittens in the winter over gloves. Mittens are often warmer because they hold the fingers, and the heat, together. Toe socks though, separate the toes and the heat, keeping your feet cooler and sweat-free.

Injinji socks are also made mostly from wool fabric, which is best for wicking moisture away from the skin and keeping feet cool and dry. If you’re not comfortable wearing toe socks but still want to stop the problem of sweaty feet from ever occurring, Smartwool hiking socks, made from merino wool, are designed with the same concept in mind and are also excellent at preventing the problem of sweaty feet.

What often keeps people from getting the specialty socks they need to help them with their problem is that these socks can often be out of many people’s price range. At Amazing Socks though, we’re always having an Injinji and Smartwool socks sale, so make sure you check us out today!
 

In many parts of the country and the rest of the world, the ice and snow has all melted, the weather’s turning warmer, and the buds have started to bloom. And while along with all of that, people are also starting to bundle up their winter gear and pack away their winter gloves, there are a few that you may want to keep out and pack with your summer gear. Gloves can be useful all year round, and if you plan on taking part in certain summer activities, gloves are a must.

Motorcycle gloves are one type that can be handy during the summer months. These gloves can protect the rider’s hands from chafing, chapping, or being cut by small pieces of debris during the journey. These gloves are often designed from perforated leather, in order to keep hands both protected and cool during those long rides.

Another one of the most popular types of gloves for the summer months are golf gloves. These can be found in both summer and winter styles, for those courses that are open all year round, but still experience cooler months. Tight-fitting in order to ensure the smoothest swing and least interference, these gloves can help performance by improving your grip, and will keep your hands warm, too.

Hiking gloves can also be useful if you’re going to be traveling along rough terrain, and if you’ll also need additional grip. Climates can quickly change as well during certain hikes, such as those going up a mountain, so in this case it’s especially important to be fully prepared for cooler weather by packing other items such as warm Smartwool hiking socks and Indera Men’s Thermals.
 

It's that time of the year when you might be putting away your winter gloves, boots, scarves and jackets. Knowing the proper way to clean and store your leather gloves will help you preserve them. This way, you won't have to buy a new pair when the time comes that you need them again. Here are some tips you can follow. 

Cleaning Leather Gloves

Some of the things you'll need to clean your gloves are a clean rag, Leather cleaner & conditioner and water. Turn your winter gloves inside out and wipe them with a damp rag. Let the gloves dry before turning them right-side out. A common mistake some people do is to blow them dry with warm air. Doing this will damage the material. 

Wipe the outer portion of the glove and spray a small amount of cleaner & conditioner. Gently spread the formula in a circular motion using a clean cloth. Make sure not to miss any part of the glove. You may also use the cleaner & conditioner on your leather Sorel boots. 

Storing Leather Gloves

Avoid keeping your gloves in plastic containers. Keep in mind that leather gloves need to breathe. It is best to place them in paper bags or wrap them in a clean cloth before storing them in your drawer. 

Do you need to buy a new pair of gloves? Buying them off season will allow you get great discounts! Check out Amazing Socks and follow us on Twitter for product updates and promos. 

Deep inhale...and exhale....Do you smell that?? That my dear blog readers is the smell of the holidays upon us. What a wonderful time of the year to be by your family and enjoy each others company. Now I'm sure many of you will be like me, running around last minute to find gifts. LOL I know I do it every year, and each year I find myself receiving an unexpected gift. How can one give a last minute gift that seems so well thought out? 

Well to me the gift of warmth is the best! Get gifts that people can use and keep with them for time to come. Imagine each time that special gift recipient puts on their comfy Smartwool socks or their Icetex fleece thermal underwear. What a way to show someone you care! Nothing like slipping into some cozy merino wool socks or fleece lined thermals. With so many brands to choose from it will be hard selecting just one!

   
 On Sockcompany.com or Amazingsocks.com you can find so many great last minute gifts for family, friends or coworkers. Think about your aunt who always complains that her house is cold during the frigid winter months or your best friend who loves to accessorize her outfits with new gloves or scarves. Well there you go some Indera thermal underwear and a Smartwool Espresso Stripe scarf and that's two people off your list.
 
Who has the time these days to shop at the mall or drive store to store?? I sure know I don't! ... Phewww..Thank goodness for the World Wide Web! With great choices like some Double Layer socks for those athletes in your family or some Thorlos socks for the snow lovers. Shopping this year will be as easy as saying "Sister Susy sitting on a thimble" LOL Just kidding! Happy Holidays Everyone!