{
 "id": "running-socks",
 "name": "Running socks",
 "description": "Merino running socks, cold-weather cushioning and waterproof options.",
 "department": {
  "id": "running",
  "name": "Running",
  "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/running/"
 },
 "count": 5,
 "msrp_range_usd": [
  17,
  52
 ],
 "updated": "2026-10-26",
 "schema": {
  "id": "running-apparel",
  "name": "Running apparel",
  "description": "Clothing and accessories for running. Ranges and scales assume steady running, not standing around.",
  "attributes": [
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    "key": "fits",
    "label": "Fits",
    "type": "set",
    "filter": true,
    "compare": true,
    "values": {
     "men": {
      "label": "Men's",
      "definition": "Cut for men; sized in men's sizes."
     },
     "women": {
      "label": "Women's",
      "definition": "Cut for women; sized in women's sizes."
     },
     "unisex": {
      "label": "Unisex",
      "definition": "One cut sold for everyone."
     }
    }
   },
   {
    "key": "warmth",
    "label": "Warmth",
    "type": "enum",
    "ordered": true,
    "filter": true,
    "compare": true,
    "sort": "desc",
    "sort_label": "Warmest first",
    "values": {
     "light": {
      "label": "Light",
      "definition": "Thin single-layer knit or shell. Roughly 40 to 60°F on its own."
     },
     "mid": {
      "label": "Midweight",
      "definition": "Brushed or grid-fleece interior, or midweight merino. Roughly 25 to 45°F."
     },
     "thermal": {
      "label": "Thermal",
      "definition": "Heavy brushed fleece, heavyweight merino, or wind panels over fleece. Roughly 10 to 30°F."
     },
     "insulated": {
      "label": "Insulated",
      "definition": "Synthetic or down insulation, or a windproof membrane over fleece. Below about 20°F."
     }
    },
    "about": true
   },
   {
    "key": "wind",
    "label": "Wind",
    "type": "enum",
    "ordered": true,
    "filter": true,
    "compare": true,
    "values": {
     "none": {
      "label": "None",
      "definition": "No dedicated wind protection."
     },
     "panels": {
      "label": "Wind panels",
      "definition": "Windproof panels in key areas (usually the front)."
     },
     "full": {
      "label": "Windproof",
      "definition": "Windproof fabric throughout."
     }
    }
   },
   {
    "key": "water",
    "label": "Water",
    "type": "enum",
    "ordered": true,
    "filter": true,
    "compare": true,
    "values": {
     "none": {
      "label": "None",
      "definition": "No water treatment."
     },
     "dwr": {
      "label": "Water-resistant (DWR)",
      "definition": "Water-repellent finish or water-resistant fabric. Sheds light rain and snow."
     },
     "waterproof": {
      "label": "Waterproof",
      "definition": "Waterproof membrane with taped seams."
     }
    }
   },
   {
    "key": "visibility",
    "label": "Visibility",
    "type": "enum",
    "ordered": true,
    "filter": true,
    "compare": true,
    "values": {
     "none": {
      "label": "None",
      "definition": "No reflective features."
     },
     "reflective-details": {
      "label": "Reflective details",
      "definition": "Small reflective logos, strips or prints."
     },
     "high-vis": {
      "label": "High visibility",
      "definition": "Fluorescent colorway and/or large reflective areas."
     }
    }
   },
   {
    "key": "temp_range_f",
    "label": "Temperature range",
    "short_label": "Temp range",
    "type": "range",
    "unit": "°F",
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    "alt_unit": "°C",
    "basis_key": "temp_basis",
    "basis": {
     "brand": {
      "label": "The brand's stated range",
      "definition": "The brand states this range."
     },
     "reviewer": {
      "label": "From published reviews",
      "definition": "Taken from the conditions reported in the cited reviews."
     },
     "estimate": {
      "label": "Our estimate from the construction",
      "definition": "Our estimate from the construction, using the warmth scale. Not measured."
     }
    },
    "estimate_value": "estimate",
    "scale": [
     -20,
     60
    ],
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     -20,
     -10,
     0,
     10,
     20,
     30,
     40,
     50,
     60
    ],
    "visual": "thermometer",
    "compare": true,
    "sort": "asc",
    "sort_label": "Coldest rated first",
    "definition": "The temperatures a product suits as the main piece of its kind, for steady running.",
    "about": true
   }
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 "guides": [
  {
   "guide": "cold-weather-running",
   "chapter": "socks",
   "title": "Winter running socks",
   "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/guides/cold-weather-running/socks/",
   "picks": [
    {
     "label": "Best for cold runs",
     "product": "smartwool-run-cold-weather-crew-socks"
    },
    {
     "label": "Best for slush",
     "product": "showers-pass-cross-point-waterproof-socks-sport"
    },
    {
     "label": "Best toe sock",
     "product": "injinji-run-lightweight-crew"
    },
    {
     "label": "Best guarantee",
     "product": "darn-tough-stride-micro-crew-ultra-lightweight"
    }
   ]
  }
 ],
 "products": [
  {
   "id": "smartwool-run-cold-weather-crew-socks",
   "name": "Smartwool Run Cold Weather Crew Socks (Targeted Cushion)",
   "brand": "Smartwool",
   "subtype": "cold-weather cushioned crew sock",
   "msrp_usd": 24,
   "price_tier": "Mid-range",
   "attributes": {
    "fits": [
     "unisex",
     "women"
    ],
    "warmth": "mid",
    "wind": "none",
    "water": "none",
    "visibility": "none",
    "temp_range_f": null,
    "temp_range_c": null,
    "temp_basis": null
   },
   "awards": [
    "Best for cold runs"
   ],
   "summary": "Smartwool's winter running sock adds crew height and merino warmth to its targeted-cushion design. 220 Triathlon found it very warm and comfortable, and still warm when damp, but pricey.",
   "last_verified": "2026-10-26",
   "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/smartwool-run-cold-weather-crew-socks/",
   "json_url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/smartwool-run-cold-weather-crew-socks/index.json"
  },
  {
   "id": "showers-pass-cross-point-waterproof-socks-sport",
   "name": "Showers Pass Cross Point Waterproof Socks: Sport",
   "brand": "Showers Pass",
   "subtype": "waterproof sock",
   "msrp_usd": 52,
   "price_tier": "Premium",
   "attributes": {
    "fits": [
     "unisex"
    ],
    "warmth": "mid",
    "wind": "full",
    "water": "waterproof",
    "visibility": "none",
    "temp_range_f": null,
    "temp_range_c": null,
    "temp_basis": null
   },
   "awards": [
    "Best for slush"
   ],
   "summary": "Showers Pass's athletic waterproof sock puts a breathable membrane between a knit outer and a terry-cushioned CoolMax liner to keep feet dry in puddles and slush. Treeline's waterproof-sock test covered related Cross Point models, not this one.",
   "last_verified": "2026-10-26",
   "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/showers-pass-cross-point-waterproof-socks-sport/",
   "json_url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/showers-pass-cross-point-waterproof-socks-sport/index.json"
  },
  {
   "id": "injinji-run-lightweight-crew",
   "name": "Injinji Run Lightweight Crew",
   "brand": "Injinji",
   "subtype": "toe sock",
   "msrp_usd": 17,
   "price_tier": "Mid-range",
   "attributes": {
    "fits": [
     "unisex"
    ],
    "warmth": "light",
    "wind": "none",
    "water": "none",
    "visibility": "none",
    "temp_range_f": null,
    "temp_range_c": null,
    "temp_basis": null
   },
   "awards": [
    "Best toe sock"
   ],
   "summary": "Injinji's thin five-toe running sock, iRunFar's best toe sock, cuts down on blisters between the toes at a low price. The toe-pocket fit doesn't suit every foot.",
   "last_verified": "2026-10-26",
   "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/injinji-run-lightweight-crew/",
   "json_url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/injinji-run-lightweight-crew/index.json"
  },
  {
   "id": "darn-tough-stride-micro-crew-ultra-lightweight",
   "name": "Darn Tough Stride Micro Crew Ultra-Lightweight Running Sock",
   "brand": "Darn Tough",
   "subtype": "merino no-cushion micro crew",
   "msrp_usd": 22,
   "price_tier": "Mid-range",
   "attributes": {
    "fits": [
     "men",
     "women"
    ],
    "warmth": "light",
    "wind": "none",
    "water": "none",
    "visibility": "none",
    "temp_range_f": null,
    "temp_range_c": null,
    "temp_basis": null
   },
   "awards": [
    "Best guarantee"
   ],
   "summary": "A thin, no-cushion merino running sock backed by Darn Tough's lifetime guarantee. iRunFar's testers found it comfortable and odor-resistant but missed sole padding.",
   "last_verified": "2026-10-26",
   "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/darn-tough-stride-micro-crew-ultra-lightweight/",
   "json_url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/darn-tough-stride-micro-crew-ultra-lightweight/index.json"
  },
  {
   "id": "smartwool-run-ankle-socks",
   "name": "Smartwool Run Ankle Socks (Targeted Cushion)",
   "brand": "Smartwool",
   "subtype": "merino light-cushion ankle sock",
   "msrp_usd": 21,
   "price_tier": "Mid-range",
   "attributes": {
    "fits": [
     "unisex"
    ],
    "warmth": "light",
    "wind": "none",
    "water": "none",
    "visibility": "none",
    "temp_range_f": null,
    "temp_range_c": null,
    "temp_basis": null
   },
   "awards": [],
   "summary": "A light, targeted-cushion merino ankle sock that topped 220 Triathlon's 2026 test and was iRunFar's best ankle sock. Testers found it soft, secure and odor-resistant, though some wore holes in it sooner than in rivals.",
   "last_verified": "2026-10-26",
   "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/smartwool-run-ankle-socks/",
   "json_url": "https://agenticrecs.com/products/smartwool-run-ankle-socks/index.json"
  }
 ],
 "url": "https://agenticrecs.com/running/socks/",
 "markdown_url": "https://agenticrecs.com/running/socks/index.md",
 "json_url": "https://agenticrecs.com/running/socks/index.json"
}