SoxPro Anti-Slip Socks Review
Feb 18, 2019, by Pat
To kick off the new year, we gave you an overview over the grip-sock market and some of most important brands in it. Since TruSox left its mark in the early years of this century, a lot has changed, with many companies expanded into the business, taking inspiration from the TruSox idea and advancing it.
Shortly after we published our article, two brands offered us samples for testing, amongst them SoxPro, which we did not initially include. Although we would have liked to get more time in actually playing football, the weather has prevented us and we want to give you a first overview anyway, based mostly on the experiences had using them when running.
First, a few words about SoxPro the brand. SoxPro is an Italian company founded by former player Cristian Di Leo, who previously worked for Lotto. It's product lineup is very straightforward with just one variant of socks available - the RRP is €29 / £25.
In terms of professionals, there are quite a few well-known players who use the socks - mostly ones that used to or are still playing in Italy. The most prominent players are probably Arsenal's Lucas Torreira, Roma's Justin Kluivert and Raúl Jiménez of Wolves.
But let's now get to the actual review. Our first impression when putting on the socks, which come in two sizes, was that they felt quite similar to the Tapedesign socks we reviewed back in September.
The SoxPro socks feature lots of chevron shaped grip pads, only on the outside, and are generally more tight-fitting than regular Nike or Adidas socks - although not as much so as with Tapedesign. This allows SoxPro to work even though they are only available in two sizes (UK 3-6.5 and 7-11).
The chevron shape and their rotation, as well as the supremre grip levels, which are on par with the best, mean that it's almost impossible to slip backwards inside the shoe. The socks' anti-grip features result in much faster turns and quicker acceleration, which is especially noticeable when running uphill, where you can go much faster than with regular socks without the anti-slip features.
Due to their pretty tight fit and high price, it might be a good idea to use them for matches only, although we never found them to be uncomfortable to wear.
Durability-wise, the socks have fared pretty decently over the few weeks.
SoxPro - Features
- Arrow-shaped silicone grip pads to prevent any slipping inside your shoes
- Arrows are placed not only sole but also on the heel to prevent micro-movements
- Great comfort and balance
- Increase of speed and explosiveness
- Extra cushion
- Reduction of sprains caused by lateral movement of the foot
- Price: €29 / £25
Have you tried some of the many anti-slip socks yet? Would you like to know any other details about the SoxPro socks? Comment below.
OH Leuven 26-27 Away Kit Released
Belgian Pro League club Oud-Heverlee Leuven have officially unveiled their new 2026-27 away kit. Made by Jako, the new shirt introduces a bold dark look for the upcoming domestic campaign.
The Jako OH Leuven 2026-27 away shirt features a black base with deep green vertical stripes and vibrant orange pinstripes running down the body. Dark green detailing appears on the collar and sleeve cuffs, while the Jako logo and club crest are centrally positioned on the chest.
What do you think of the new OH Leuven 2026-27 away kit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
New Material for UEFA Champions League Patches?
Based on images from Manchester United's recent posts, it appears that the Starball and UEFA Foundation sleeve patches for the 26-27 UEFA Champions League might be moving away from the traditional velvet material. Instead, they seem to feature a noticeably thinner and flatter composition.
Without high-resolution close-ups, the exact material specifications cannot be fully confirmed just yet.
However, this potential shift remains unconfirmed, as other clubs have not displayed this change. Real Betis, for instance, still appeared with standard velvet-textured patches during their recent 26-27 Champions League portrait photoshoot sessions.
We will have to wait for official confirmation and close-up looks once the competition gets underway. Big thanks to @jerseystory_vn for the collage.
Almere City 26-27 Cup Kit Released
Dutch club Almere City have officially unveiled their new 2026-27 Cup kit. Made by Craft, the special “HANASAKA!” shirt celebrates the club’s connection with Japan through owner Yanmar and the Yanmar Hanasaka International Youth Cup, an U19 tournament organised by Almere City at the Yanmar Stadion.
The Craft Almere City 2026-27 Cup shirt features a black base with subtle tonal cherry blossom branch motifs across the front. Mint green and pastel pink details add contrast, with a mint crew-neck collar and sponsor branding joined by a pink monochrome club crest, Craft logo and sleeve trims.
What do you think of the new Almere City 2026-27 Cup kit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Sutton United 26-27 Third Kit Released
English club Sutton United and kit manufacturer VX3 have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 2026-27 campaign. Themed around the slogan "Where Passion Blooms," the release pays homage to the local area's historic lavender fields and was presented alongside players from the Sutton United Women's squad.
The VX3 Sutton United 26-27 third shirt is predominantly light lavender purple, paired with contrasting dark purple raglan sleeves and a matching polo collar. A monochrome purple club badge sits on the left chest, complemented by dark purple sponsor logos and an embroidered sprig of lavender on the upper back just below the neckline.
The new third kit completes Sutton United's kit set for the 2026-27 season alongside their previously released home and away strips.
Plymouth Argyle 26-27 Third Kit Released
Puma and Plymouth Argyle have officially launched the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. Designed to make a bold visual impact on the pitch, the new strip brings back a vibrant tangerine look for the Pilgrims.
The Puma Plymouth Argyle 2026-27 third jersey combines a vivid orange base with contrasting black trim across the collar, shoulders, and cuffs. The front proudly features a monochrome black version of Argyle's iconic Mayflower crest, accompanied by black Puma cat branding and sponsor detailing from Lighthouse Charity.
The new third kit is available immediately via Argyle's official online store and in-person retail locations.
Catania FC 26-27 Away Kit Released
Italian club Catania FC and technical sponsor Erreà have officially launched their new away kit for the 2026-27 season. Arriving as part of the brand's "COLORI DEI TERRITORI" collection, the release completes the club's full wardrobe for the new campaign following the earlier debuts of their volcanic-themed third and traditional rossazzurri home strips.
The Erreà Catania 2026-27 away shirt is predominantly white, accented with dark grey detailing along the thick V-neck collar, sleeve cuffs, and shoulder trims. Across the front and sleeves, the jersey incorporates a subtle tonal graphic pattern inspired by local Catanese heritage and the city's iconic elephant symbol.
The new Catania FC 26-27 away uniform is completed with matching shorts and socks and is available now through the club's official retail channels.
FC Penafiel 26-27 Away Kit Released
Portuguese Liga Portugal 2 side FC Penafiel have officially launched their new away kit for the 2026-27 season. Produced by Nike, the secondary strip arrives two weeks after the release of the club's traditional red-and-black home jersey.
The Nike FC Penafiel 2026-27 away shirt is predominantly white, highlighted by a classic horizontal chest band in red that is bordered by thin black stripes. A black polo-style collar with a front insert adds a refined touch to the design. The Nike Swoosh and FC Penafiel crest are placed inside the red chest hoop, while the ABANCA sponsor logo appears in black across the midriff.
White shorts with black detailing and white socks round off the clean look of the new FC Penafiel 26-27 away uniform, which is already available to purchase through the club's official channels.
