By Oscar Huckle

Published: Tuesday, 26 July 2022 at 12:00 am


The best summer cycling socks enable you to ride in properly hot weather without getting excessively sweaty feet – and, if you’re that way inclined, give you the opportunity to make a fashion statement with a splash of colour.

Thanks to modern wicking fabrics, a good pair of socks will keep you comfortable for hours on the bike and, if you get caught in a shower, they’ll dry out quickly too.

Socks are also the perfect gift for the cyclist in your life because every rider needs them, and fresh pairs are always appreciated.

With that in mind, we’ve tested nine pairs of stylish socks that won’t break the bank.

Assos GT Socks C2

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The Assos GT socks are ready for big days out.
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Assos’ GT Socks C2 are designed for breathability in warmer weather and the latest version features new yarns for quicker drying and better ventilation. There’s also a slightly longer cuff for additional support.

On the road, these are faultless cycling socks. They’re so comfortable that our tester quickly forgot he was wearing them.

The material doesn’t seem thin enough to raise any questions of durability, nor does the sock affect shoe sizing. Breathability is excellent and we’d have no hesitation in using these socks for big, warm days in the saddle.