Grip socks have become increasingly popular among footballers, tennis players, padel players and many other athletes looking for greater stability inside their shoes.
But not all grip socks work in the same way.
At first glance, many models look similar: a sports sock with different grip zones or anti-slip studs on the sole. However, there is a fundamental difference between providing grip only between the sock and the shoe and also preventing the foot from sliding inside the sock itself.
This is where TRUsox stands out.
What problem do grip socks solve?
During a sprint, change of direction, braking movement or explosive action, the foot is subjected to significant forces.
With a conventional sock, two types of movement can occur:
1. The foot moves inside the sock.
2. The sock moves inside the shoe.
Although these movements may seem small, both can affect the feeling of stability and the precision of the foot strike.
The technology developed by TRUsox addresses precisely this problem. Its patents describe a grip system applied to both the inner and outer surfaces of the sock, designed to reduce movement between the foot and the sock as well as between the sock and the shoe.
IN//EX technology: grip inside and outside
This is one of the features that differentiates TRUsox from many other grip socks.
The patented IN//EX™ technology incorporates grip zones on both the inside and outside of the sock.
This creates a three-level connection:
Foot → Sock → Shoe
The inner grip helps keep the foot stable inside the sock, while the outer grip helps prevent the sock from moving inside the shoe.
The goal is to create a more stable connection between the foot and the shoe and reduce points of slippage. TRUsox's current commercial description also states that this technology is designed to promote energy transfer during changes of direction, acceleration and braking.
Why is inner grip important?
Imagine wearing a sock with strong grip on the outside, but your foot can still slide inside it.
In that case, you have only solved part of the problem.
During a change of direction, the foot can move relative to the sock fabric while the sock remains relatively stable inside the shoe.
This is why TRUsox developed a dual-grip system.
A more direct connection with the shoe
In sports such as football, tennis and padel, every movement requires rapid acceleration, braking and changes of direction.
When the foot moves inside the shoe, part of the movement can be lost through this displacement.
TRUsox technology is designed to minimize this movement and promote a more direct transfer of energy between the athlete and the footwear.
Can TRUsox improve speed and explosiveness?
This is one of the most interesting features of TRUsox.
In addition to developing technology designed to improve grip and stability, TRUsox has carried out performance tests using the Illinois Agility Test, a test used to assess agility and the ability to move quickly and change direction.
According to the results communicated by TRUsox, 100% of participants who used TRUsox improved their results related to explosiveness and speed during the test.
This is particularly relevant because it shows that the technology of a grip sock does not necessarily have to be limited to providing greater comfort or stability.
The goal is that a better connection between the foot, the sock and the shoe can also help athletes make better use of their acceleration and change-of-direction capabilities.
Why can this be important?
In a sport such as football, for example, explosive movements are constant:
- First steps after receiving the ball.
- Accelerations to beat an opponent.
- Braking.
- Changes of direction.
- Explosive starts from a standing position.
- Lateral movements.
The same applies to tennis and padel, where a significant part of performance depends on the ability to move quickly and react to the movement of the ball.
This is why technology that reduces unnecessary movement between the foot and the shoe can be particularly interesting for these types of sports.
Note: the 100% result corresponds to the result communicated for the TRUsox test. To attribute it to a specific university study with an independent scientific reference, the original university document and its methodology should be available.
TRUsox and grip in wet conditions
Another particularly important factor for athletes is moisture.
The foot can sweat during exercise and, for outdoor sports, moisture can also come from rain or wet playing surfaces.
The grip technology developed by TRUsox is designed to work in both dry and wet conditions.
This is particularly relevant because the effectiveness of a grip system should not only be assessed when the foot is completely dry.
The real question is:
What happens to the grip when moisture increases due to perspiration?
TRUsox's patented technology specifically addresses the behaviour of the grip material in wet conditions.
Not all grip systems are the same
There are numerous brands of grip socks on the market.
Some manufacturers use studs or rubber elements on the outside of the sock to improve grip with the shoe.
TRUsox takes a different approach because it works on both contact surfaces:
Foot ↔ Sock
and
Sock ↔ Shoe
This dual interaction is one of the key differentiating features of TRUsox.
The main advantages of TRUsox
1. Inner and outer grip
The foot remains secured inside the sock and the sock remains stable inside the shoe.
2. Less movement inside the footwear
The technology is designed to reduce movement during acceleration, braking and changes of direction.
3. Technology designed for wet conditions
The grip system is developed to maintain its performance as moisture increases.
4. Potential to support more explosive movements
Performance tests communicated by TRUsox using the Illinois Agility Test have shown positive results in variables related to speed and explosiveness.
5. Technology developed specifically for performance
TRUsox does not simply add anti-slip points to a sock. Its technology is designed around a specific objective: creating a more stable connection between the foot and the shoe.
TRUsox vs other grip socks
The difference is not simply whether a sock has “grip”.
The real question is:
Where is the grip and how does it work?
A system that acts only between the sock and the shoe leaves open the possibility of the foot moving inside the sock itself.
TRUsox addresses both parts of the problem through its inner and outer grip system.
Combined with a grip material designed to work in both dry and wet conditions, this technology aims to provide a more stable and consistent connection during sports activity.
Who are TRUsox particularly suitable for?
TRUsox can be particularly interesting for athletes who perform explosive movements and frequent changes of direction:
- ⚽ Football
- 🎾 Tennis
- 🏓 Padel
- 🏃 Running
- 🏀 Basketball
- 🏉 Rugby
- 🏋️ Functional training
If your sport requires you to accelerate, brake and constantly change direction, foot stability inside the shoe can be an important factor.
Discover TRUsox at Solusports
At Solusports, we selected TRUsox for a very simple reason: it is not simply about adding anti-slip points to a sock.
Its technology is designed to create a more stable connection between the foot, the sock and the shoe, through inner and outer grip.
In addition, the performance tests communicated by TRUsox point to a potential benefit for movements involving speed, explosiveness and changes of direction.
If you are looking for greater stability, less movement inside your footwear and a more direct connection with your shoe, discover our selection of TRUsox grip socks.
Your foot. Your sock. Your shoe. A more stable connection.