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Can't seem to find a topic within the site for clothing. Am on the lookout for a pair of thin breathable socks. Am after short socks, not knee-length ones that i can only seem to find. Even in the winter, i can ring the sweat out. Recommendation needed. Cheers
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You're not alone in the search, try cycling socks, something along these lines -

https://www.wiggle.co.uk/endura-coolmax-stripe-ii-socks-2-pack?lang=en&curr=GBP&dest=1&sku=106426781

Otherwise bamboo or polyester, anything that wicks the sweat away.

It's taken a long time but science has (finally) changed my choice of biking baselayers for hot weather this year, instead of cotton T-shirts I now wear technical Rab or similar climbing/hiking T's, which are so much more comfortable. So underwear and socks will follow the same path, but they can be a bit pricey...
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I use EDZ Merino wool base layers, EDZ Merino Activewear For Adventure And Everyday

How about these Alpinestars socks, Alpinestars Road Racing Socks– MSG Bike Gear available from MSG Bike Gear.
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Bridgedale Light Weight T2 or Ultra Light Weight T2


They come in 3/4 crew and crew length
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I use the ones that I was issued by the Queen, when I went to those foreign countries that were very hot and sandy. Never had a problem in 40+ heat out there and they work as well in this country all year.
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Sharkfighter wrote:I use the ones that I was issued by the Queen.
Would these be the British Army desert socks. If so, seen loads on ebay and army surplus stores.
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Thanks for the replies. I have purchased a 3-pack of Under Armour heat guard socks for £9.89 and a pair of new Army surplus socks for £7.99. At the same time ive bought a pair of bamboo boxer shorts. If the shorts work i will buy a few tops as well.
I and the heat just don't go together. Most look forward to the summer but i love the winter months. Colder the better. Shorts and T-shirts till December then they're back on in March. You won't find a jumper or thick coat in my wardrobe.
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David. wrote: Would these be the British Army desert socks. If so, seen loads on ebay and army surplus stores.

Yes, although I will say that the ones I was issued in 2003 were different to the ones I was issued in 2008. Having said that they’re equally as good in my opinion.
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