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liiteGuard SHORT-GRIP SOCK Short socks DRESS BLUEliiteGuard SHORT-GRIP SOCK Short socks DRESS BLUE
SHORT-GRIP SOCK - DRESS BLUE
Sale price€20,00
liiteGuard HYPERLIGHT LOW CUT SOCK 2-PACK Short socks WHITEliiteGuard HYPERLIGHT LOW CUT SOCK 2-PACK Short socks WHITE
HYPERLIGHT LOW CUT SOCK 2-PACK - WHITE
Sale price€27,00
liiteGuard HYPERLIGHT LOW CUT SOCK 2-PACK Short socks BLACKliiteGuard HYPERLIGHT LOW CUT SOCK 2-PACK Short socks BLACK
HYPERLIGHT LOW CUT SOCK 2-PACK - BLACK
Sale price€27,00
liiteGuard SHORT-GRIP SOCK Short socks PINKliiteGuard SHORT-GRIP SOCK Short socks PINK
SHORT-GRIP SOCK - PINK
Sale price€20,00
liiteGuard SHORT-GRIP SOCK Short socks BLACKliiteGuard SHORT-GRIP SOCK Short socks BLACK
SHORT-GRIP SOCK - BLACK
Sale price€20,00
liiteGuard SHORT-GRIP SOCK Short socks WHITEliiteGuard SHORT-GRIP SOCK Short socks WHITE
SHORT-GRIP SOCK - WHITE
Sale price€20,00

Ankle socks end at or just below the ankle bone, so they stay hidden in low shoes and leave as little fabric as possible around your foot. Ours are made for running and training, in two styles: SHORT-GRIP SOCK with a silicone grip sole and the ultralight HYPERLIGHT LOW CUT SOCK without compression.


Athletic ankle socks for running and training


A multipack of cotton ankle socks works fine for everyday wear, but it struggles once you start sweating. Cotton holds on to moisture, and a loose, tube-shaped sock tends to slide down under your heel halfway through a run.

Our athletic ankle socks are knitted from fibers that move sweat away from the skin, shaped to follow the foot and reinforced at the heel and toe, where a running shoe causes the most wear.


SHORT-GRIP SOCK: ankle grip socks with a silicone sole


SHORT-GRIP is a low-cut sock with small silicone dots across the whole sole. They create friction against the inside of your shoe, so your foot has better contact with the footbed when you accelerate, brake or turn.

A mesh zone over the instep and arch lets air through, and the heel and toe caps are knitted from a separate fabric that stands up to wear. The ankle opening is a little tighter than on a regular sock, which keeps the cuff up where it belongs. With 104 reviews, SHORT-GRIP averages 4.6 out of 5.

It works just as well in the gym and in training classes as on the road, and it can go in the tumble dryer after washing. More styles with a silicone sole are collected among our grip socks.


HYPERLIGHT LOW CUT SOCK: low cut running socks without compression


HYPERLIGHT LOW CUT sits almost out of sight inside a running shoe, which makes it the closest we come to a no-show running sock. The knit is thin and free of compression, so the sock feels natural rather than tight.

Mesh over the instep and forefoot keeps the air moving, the toes are seamless, and a soft elastic band around the arch gives light support. Each sock is shaped for either the left or the right foot. The socks are made in Europe and sold in packs of two.


Ankle, low cut or no-show: what is the difference?


Sock heights are named a little differently from brand to brand, but the order is the same. No-show socks sit below the edge of the shoe, ankle and low cut socks end around the ankle bone, quarter-length socks cover the ankle, and crew socks reach the lower calf.

If you want something that also covers the ankle and the Achilles tendon, take a look at the mid-cut and knee-high models among our running socks.


How to choose ankle socks for running


  • You want your foot to stay put in the shoe: SHORT-GRIP, thanks to the silicone sole.
  • You want the lightest possible sock: HYPERLIGHT LOW CUT, with a thin, compression-free knit.
  • Hot days above about 75°F (24°C): both styles have mesh zones for airflow, and HYPERLIGHT is the lighter of the two.
  • Gym and training classes: SHORT-GRIP, which keeps your foot steady in a flat training shoe.

Whichever you pick, an ankle sock should sit snugly around the heel. If it keeps creeping down under your heel, try a smaller size before giving up on low socks.

liiteGuard was co-founded by physiotherapist Nicklas Falkesgaard Pedersen, which is why fit and support get as much attention as weight, even in our lowest socks.

We send every order from our warehouse in Denmark, wherever in the world you live, and unused socks can be returned through the return portal for up to 30 days. Apple Pay, Google Pay and Shop Pay make checkout quick, and liiteGuard's Trustpilot score is 4.7 out of 5 from more than 900 reviews.


What runners ask about ankle socks


What is the purpose of ankle socks?


They keep the sock out of sight in low shoes and cover the foot with as little fabric as possible, which feels cooler on warm days. Athletic ankle socks add sweat-moving fibers, reinforced zones and, on SHORT-GRIP, a grip sole.


What are the most comfortable ankle socks for running?


That depends on what you like. If you prefer a sock you barely notice, HYPERLIGHT LOW CUT has a thin knit and seamless toes. If you like your foot locked in place, SHORT-GRIP is the more secure choice.


How do I stop ankle socks from slipping down?


Choose a sock that fits the shape of your foot and the right size. SHORT-GRIP has a slightly tighter ankle opening, and HYPERLIGHT is knitted for the left and right foot, which helps both stay in place.


Are ankle socks good for running?


Yes, especially on warm days and in low-cut running shoes. If the collar of your shoe rubs against the back of your heel, a higher sock that covers the ankle may feel better.


Do your ankle socks have compression?


No. Neither SHORT-GRIP nor HYPERLIGHT LOW CUT has compression. If you want compression around the ankle and Achilles tendon, choose one of our compression socks for running, such as the mid-cut PRO-TECH.