In 2012, we fell deeply in love with Obstacle Course Racing. It ripped us off the treadmill, out of our comfort zone, and unleashed us into the wild outdoors. Events like Spartan Race, Tough Mudder, BattleFrog, and Savage Race tested us and our gear to the limits. We learned that gym socks got soggy in the mud, and that most running socks were made for roads.
MudGear was born to do what nobody else could do; make a performance sock resilient enough to withstand outdoor race conditions and tough enough to help protect racers from the course itself.
The American sock industry has a long history of quality engineering, but cheap labor gave rise to importing. While others cut costs and cut corners, we knew the world's toughest and best socks should be designed and made in the USA. Leveraging decades of experience with top brands, our designers are experts in the technology of performance sock construction.
The difference comes from starting with American yarn blends that are chosen for their durability and comfort. Next, we engineered our socks to achieve specific performance results for their ventilation, moisture management, and abrasion resistance. We built in a medium level ankle compression to keep out dirt from the trail. In layman's terms, our trail socks make your feet feel great.
Normal testing of running socks involves a simple abrasion test to see how quickly they show wear. Our testing involves putting them on the world's top obstacle racers and trail runners for trips up and down mountains all day in all types of weather. We test for wicking by fully submerging them in muddy water, and we test durability by ultra distance marathons.
Nobody said it was going to be easy. We heard a lot of "it's not done that way" and "it's not practical". But all the trials and trails made us tougher, and we're now proud to offer the toughest (and most comfortable) trail running sock on the planet. It also happens to be our go-to sock for training, Spartan Stadium Races, and everyday wear.
The first thing you'll notice about these socks is the relatively high ankle that is tight enough to keep out dirt and rocks, but it's not a tight compression fit. The footbed is soft and cushioned but not thick in a way that will soak up and hold water or mud.
United StatesI have used MudGear socks for many years and many more races. They are great socks for OCR. I’m probably rougher than most on equipment. I had a slight issue with a pair of socks. I contacted their customer service and was promptly taken care of. Excellent and fast customer service. Would absolutely recommend MudGear for any of your apparel needs. Fantastic company!
United StatesI put these socks through a grueling 10k that included off trail rocky/wet ravines, steep climbs, running in streams and muddy terrain. These socks performed as advertised 100%. No slipping, no hot spots.
United StatesThey fit great and wick water even better. They have the be the fastest drying socks I've owned!
United StatesGood so far. Ran 4 miles in them with my OCR Shoes.. Nice cushion, not too thick, good wicking, no slippage. Can’t wait to go into the mud with them!
United StatesI’ve used the crew socks on multiple trail runs and OCRs. Had no blisters and these socks drain and dry quickly. Tough too, stands up to the abuse that comes with these sports. I’ve replaced all of my other running socks with an assortment of the Mudgear socks and couldn’t be happier.
United StatesJust completed an OCR mud run and these sock are the bomb! Best socks I have used in the 11 years I have been doing OCR.
United StatesGreat sox! Held up extremely well thru training. Haven't been tested in the rescuing venue.
United StatesI hate socks. I try to never wear them. But to avoid blisters during my trifecta weekend I did a bunch of research and landed here. Believe the hype. I never noticed my feet.
Why 25,000 miles? That's roughly the equatorial circumference of the Earth. That's far enough to run to see that there's no tougher or better performing socks or gear on the planet. If you don't agree, just contact our support team, and we'll make it right.
