Not Just TRUsox Anymore - 7 Most Important Anti-Sip Socks On The Market 2019 - Adidas, Nike, TRUsox, Tapedesign, Storelli & More
Dec 31, 2018, by Chris
Around six years ago, in 2012, the revolutionary TRUsox anti-slip football socks with rubber gums on the inside and outside came on the market. They were worn by players such as Gareth Bale and Luis Suarez despite their contracts with Adidas & Co, and in the 2014 World Cup already more than 100 players wore TRUsox.
Since TRUsox were introduced, many others copied / got inspired by them, and so there are now various anti-slip socks on the market. We take a look at the most important anti-slip soccer socks.
TRUsox Anti-Sip Socks
TRUsox were the first that brought the anti-slip socks technology to the biggest stage with their revolutionary grip socks with pads on the inside and outside of the sock. They are the most popular product on the market, used by many of the best footballers including Luis Suarez, Lamela and many more.
TRUsox - Features:
- Grip pads inside & onside of socks - patented technology
- TRUsox® patented INEXtech™ technology
- 4 Versions Available - Ankle, Mid-Calf, Calf & Winter
- 3 Sizes Available - Small, Medium & Large
- Various colorways
- Price: 40 USD
NikeGrip Strike Light Crew Socks
Nike does not offer anti-slip football socks with rubber grip pads. Nike's anti-slip soccer socks come with NikeGRIP technology, which is inspired by the feet of the Gecko. The Gecko have thousands of small hairs, which makes them able to climb on vertical surfaces and also allowing them to have a grip on all kinds of surfaces. Nike uses ultra fine nano fibre to create a similar effect.
NikeGrip Strike Light Crew Socks - Features
- Advanced gripping yarn offers traction inside and outside the sock
- Arch compression for snug support
- Left/right-foot specific for a natural feel
- 4 Men's sizes available
- Price: 28 Euro
Adidas Alphaskin Traxion Lightweight Cushioning Crew Socks
Adidas does also not offer a special anti-slip football sock with rubber grip pads. The Adidas Alphaskin Traxion socks feature a Traxion system on the footbed for added grip. They do not offer as much grip as the special anti rubber grip socks but provide more comfort.
Adidas Alphaskin Traxion Lightweight Cushioning Crew Socks - Features
- Lightweight design with cushion where its needed for ultimate comfort
- Traxion system for anti-slip
- Usual socks sizes available
- 4 colorways
- Price: From 30 Euro
Tapedesign Anti-Sip Socks
Relatively new to the market, Austrian company Tapedesign released their first anti-slip socks in Fall 2016. Tapedesign became popular in the past few months after many players such as Rakitic started to wear them. Tapedesign socks are especially popular in Austria, Germany and Switzerland as the brand managed to get many players to wear them.
Tapedesign socks are one-size only, featuring specially placed rubber knobs pads on the outside. They are very tight and thin, a true performance product.
Tapedesign - Features:
- Worn by Rakitic & Many Bundesliga players
- Grip pads on the outside
- ONE size (size 37 – 48) due to special processing of the very high quality material
- 4 Versions Available - Short, Mid-Calf, Long & Outdoor
- Various colorways
- Price: From 30 Euro
Gravity Grip Anti-Sip Socks
The possibly third popular anti-slip socks manufacturer on the market is Gravity Socks. Gravity Socks are worn by a number of players worldwide, including Ever Banega and Achraf Hakimi.
“Gravity Grip Gear, Get a grip on Gravity” Gravity Grip socks significantly enhances performance by providing grip in your footwear. Complete grip means complete control. Gravity Grip socks allows you to have greater agility, speed and that explosive edge which keeps you in front of your competition when it most…"
Gravity Grip Socks - Features
- Worn by Banega, Hakimi & various others
- Gravity Grip Pad Technology has grip pads inside and outside of the sock (PRO Version only)
- Extra breathable with possesses air vent zones on the instep
- ONE Size Only
- 2 Versions Available - Performance & PRO
- Various colorways
- Price: 20 Euro (Performance Version), 35 (PRO Version)
Falke 4 Grip Socks
Another player in the market of non-slip socks is famous German company Falke, who are known for their high-quality socks. Unlike the other anti-slip socks, Falke's socks are available in usual socks sizes for more comfort.
Falke 4 Grip Socks -Features
- Silicone nubs on the inside and outside offer superior grip within the shoe for rapid changes of direction
- Perfect temperature regulation of the foot thanks to triple-layer design
- Extremely comfortable to wear
- Optimal fit thanks to left and right cushioning and anatomical toe boxes
- Regular sock sizes - 35-36 37-38 39-41 42-43 44-45 46-48
- Six colorways
- Price: 32 Euro
- Stability Version with ankle stabilisation provided by a compression zone - Available For 35 Euro
Storelli SpeedGrip Socks 2.0
Storelli, who are well-known for their soccer protection gear, also released an anti-slip football sock. The Storelli SpeedGrip Socks are constructed like no other socks with the grip material positioned on the pressure zones only. They are not worn by famous professionals, however.
Storelli SpeedGrip Socks 2.0 -Features
- Designed to replace athletic socks to provide 2x the grip.
- Constructed like no other sock on the market, the grip material is positioned on the pressure zones where the foot needs the most traction
- 2x the grip of normal socks, powered by SpeedGrip® material
- Unconventional non-knitted construction; stretchy elastic cuff
- Two colorways
- Price: 25 GBP
Are you wearing special anti-slip football socks? Which is the best for you? Let us know in the comments below.
Wydad 26-27 Home Kit Released
Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club and Kappa have officially unveiled their new home kit for the 26-27 season. Built around the club's traditional red base, the shirt features subtle tonal geometric striping across the front panel for a clean and textured appearance. A retro-inspired red and white striped V-neck collar anchors the classic design, complemented by contrasting white Kappa Omini logos on the chest and shoulders alongside a monochrome white club crest.
Albacete Balompié 26-27 Third Kit Released & Debuted
Spanish club Albacete Balompié debuted their new adidas third kit for the 26-27 season during their La Liga 2 fixture against Girona at Montilivi. The Adidas Locker Room shirt features a black base adorned with a red geometric gradient stripe pattern across the front, highlighted by vibrant orange accents on the crew collar, the adidas Three Stripes running down the shoulders, and a monochrome orange edition of the club crest. Completed with matching black shorts and socks featuring orange detailing, the kit joins the club's traditional white home and away strips for the ongoing campaign.
Atalanta 26-27 Third Kit Released
Atalanta and New Balance have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. Completing the Italian side's set alongside the previously launched home and away strips, the jersey introduces an elegant aesthetic rooted in the architectural heritage of Bergamo.
The New Balance Atalanta 26-27 third shirt is finished in a warm beige base officially dubbed 'Toasted Sesame', accented by black and 'Taffy Blue' trim on the V-neck collar and sleeve cuffs. Subtly woven across the body is a geometric jacquard pattern inspired by the famous sundial of Bergamo's Palazzo della Ragione. The chest prominently features Atalanta's retro 1964 crest, which depicts the running goddess alongside traditional black and blue stripes.
The New Balance branding appears in black, while Lete's red logo and SNAIFUN complete the front sponsorship. Inside the collar, a bespoke graphic highlights the Bergamo skyline accompanied by the motto 'LA MAGLIA SUDATA SEMPRE'. Crafted with breathable NB DRYx technology, the new kit is available now via the club's official channels.
Thailand Forced to Change Kits at 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup
According to Ball Stand Thailand, the Thailand national team and Warrix must modify their kits for the 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup, as the current uniform violates FIFA regulations.
Laws 4 of the IFAB players' equipment prohibits any political, religious, or personal slogans, statements, or images on match shirt.
Thailand’s 2026–27 kits by Warrix feature an pattern of the national anthem lyrics. Although national anthem lyrics are not explicitly classified as prohibited text, incorporating a full sentence from the anthem or extracts with ideological undertones onto the kit is still considered a violation of slogan regulations.
Raphinha Becomes Brazil's New Number 10
Raphinha officially wore Brazil's iconic No. 10 shirt for the first time in a friendly against Australia, becoming the latest player to inherit the famous number following Neymar's departure from the national team after the 2026 World Cup.
The Barcelona forward is no stranger to the shirt, having already worn No. 10 several times during Brazil's 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign when Neymar was unavailable.
Kelme Brisbane Roar 26-27 Home, Away, Third & Goalkeeper Kits Released - No More Cikers
Brisbane Roar and Spanish brand Kelme have officially launched the club's new kit collection for the 26-27 A-Leagues campaign. The drop represents the manufacturer's first full league set for the Queensland side after signing a three-year technical partnership earlier this year, succeeding previous supplier Cikers.
The 26-27 home kit marks a return to the club's traditional orange and black combination. The jersey features a textured orange base, black trim along the collar and cuffs, and is completed with black shorts and orange socks. The away jersey provides a crisp contrast with an off-white base accented by maroon detailing and shorts, celebrating Queensland's traditional sporting colour. Across the jerseys, the men's team features new primary partner Focus Construct on the front, while the women's shirts display Ausenco.
A major highlight of the release is the retro theme seen across the alternate designs. The vibrant blue third kit revives Brisbane Roar's original 2005 logo above an embossed lion graphic sweeping across the bottom front, accented with orange details. The retro crest also takes center stage on the maroon goalkeeper shirt, which features an elegant polo collar framed by orange piping.
Leicester City 26-27 Third Kit Released
Leicester City and Adidas have officially unveiled their new third kit for the 26-27 season. Arriving seven weeks into the campaign, the fresh strip introduces a distinct look that rounds off the Foxes' wardrobe for the year, joining the blue home and maroon away shirts.
The Adidas Leicester City 26-27 third jersey pairs an off-white base with green vertical pinstripes running down the front. The collar, sleeve cuffs, and signature Three Stripes on the shoulders are also finished in matching green. The standout element of the shirt is the club crest, which replaces the standard full-color badge with a minimalist green fox head emblem. The Adidas Performance logo sits opposite in matching green, while the men's version features BC.GAME and the women's team kit showcases King Power sponsorship.
White shorts and socks with green accents complete the full strip. The Leicester City 26-27 third kit is currently available for pre-order via the club's official online store, with deliveries scheduled to commence in October.