Do these have a "binding" feel at the top of the sock?
306442
These socks come right up to under my kneecap where it is more "bony" than when on the calf. There is just a very slight compression to keep the sock up and from rolling down. Have now bought several pairs as they are most comfortable around and don't bind and compress on the ankle or calf.
1999251
Yes they do. Still haven't used them "officially" yet, but they're still in place; no shifting of unusual loosening. Godd luck to you!
914
I'm not certain how big my calves are, but about half the boots that I try on are too tight around my calf (probably a sign they are a bit larger). These socks are obviously going to be tight and can be tough to get on, but I am able to wear them and they not feel too tight.
1786807
No they don't. I have noticed that the white socks, which I wear infrequently and only in the house, are unraveling along the top. Only reason I can hypothesize is that the bleach (don't bleach the grey and they are fine) is weakening the fabric and eventually causing the unraveling.
2268412
No, they gripped just fine. The toe stop was VERY slippery, as it seemed to be a plastic rather than a rubber feel. That kind of stopper is fairly worthless. Lol
653580
I had not thought of them as compression socks, but in a way they are a light compression because the upper sock retains its hug on your calf nicely, unlike some discount socks that stretch out quickly so you have to tug them up your leg and back in place after a while. The foot portion is not as 'huggy', but it holds its shape and position on your foot nicely. They are very comfortable!
215396
Yes. Very well. They have a plastic pebbled bottom , for grip. They are VERY comfortable. However, they take up more room in the fin than thinner socks. I love them but the fit on my fins is much tighter. I really need bigger fins by 1/2 size now to accommodate these thicker socks. I am toying with the idea of getting bigger fins. These socks are great, regardless, and are holding up well.
1251245
I have sensitivity to wool, and I have absolutely no problems with this socks. In fact I went and bought three more pairs after the first ones.
77099
They seem to fit snug and firm all the way up there doesn't seem to be any elastic at the top. I have large calfs and they do not bind or fall down. They are wonderful and warm.
1990099
No. I have been wearing this shoe for 20 years and I just bought a new pair and it feels exactly the same.
107951
Sorry, I don't know. My husband has slender calves and said they were tight enough to leave an imprint. I hope that helps!
653581
No I would not describe them as such. They are basically a heavy hiking sock. They are great for warmth.
2275585
No, these are really substantial feeling. I have also had the others that you described, these have much more quality. I hope it helps:-)
165923
I'm short, but I don't know if that makes a difference. The socks fit me about 3 inches above the top of my ankle. They are not binding, yet stay up quite well.
611503
These stretch to a very thin sock vs wool dress socks. They feel like they would make you sweaty but they do a good job of keeping my legs/feet cool and not feeling sweaty at all.
37589
I am a size 10 and wear the medium socks. They aren't tight or binding at all. The foot part of the sock does have a tendency to grow towards the end of the day. So while the Large will fit and stay up, you may have the heel sticking out of the top of your shoes by evening. With that in mind, I still love these socks. They are long wearing, stay up without digging in, and comfortable.
872969
Mine do. I even had room to put in an extra-support-y arch insole. I've worn them with some pretty chunky wool socks and had no problems.