But ignore it at your own peril. Because, in our experience, quarter socks really do make the vertically challenged among us look taller—especially when they’re equipped with Bombas’ proprietary Sure-Fit cuff, a nifty flourish that ensures they stay securely attached to your legs, no matter how chicken-like. It’s tough to beat the benefits of looking a little taller, but the cushioning and built-in arch support came pretty darn close.
Therein lies the appeal of the oft-overlooked quarter sock, even for fellas with inches to spare in the height department: when your entire foot is cradled by this much extra-long staple cotton, why bother with the ankle-only coverage ever again?
The Bombas Half Calf Socks
Types: Original, Solids, Vintage | Sizes: M (6-9), L (9.5-13), XL (13.5-16) | Colors: 6+ | Packs: 3, 4, 6, 8, 12
Looking for the most practical, down-the-middle, no-BS sock Bombas makes? The half calf is it. As expected, it’s about a third shorter than its full-calf counterpart (see below), on par with other calf socks we’ve known and loved—if not a smidge lower. But, and this is crucial: it gets there without rumpling or ruching. We’ve tried plenty of calf socks that start tall and tight, only to gradually end the day half-slunk down our legs. But Bombas’ half calf stayed at full mast (sorry) until we peeled ‘em off, thanks to the brand’s signature Sure-Fit cuff.
This version doubles down on both the cushioning and the support, too, which had our dogs barking for joy by the time happy hour hit. Even in the most ill-advised footwear we own (and still insist on wearing, like something might magically change), our feet felt good, dry, and blessedly blister-free.
The Bombas Calf Socks
Types: Solids, Summer Slub, Running, Dress, Stripes, Jacquard Dress, Modern Rib, Marl, Chunky Ragg, All-Purpose Performance, Hiking, Reflec-Tec, Merino, Gripper, Originals, Plush Terry, Vintage, Textured Lightweight | Sizes: M (6-9), L (9.5-13), XL (13.5-16) | Colors: 12+ | Packs: 3, 4, 6, 8, 12
And now, ladies and gentleman, the Granddaddy of Bombas hosiery: the full-sized calf sock. Technically speaking, it isn’t Bombas’ tallest sock—that’s the knee high—but unless your doctor explicitly instructed you to seek out extra compression (or you fly…a lot), you’re probably okay stopping right here. Heck, these suckers might still be too much for some folks. At full mast, they split the G on our proverbial Guinness glass, meaning they hit smack-dab in the center of our calves, a not-inconspicuous sight when paired with sub-7-inch shorts. We found them ideal for mildly strenuous activities— pickup hoops, anyone?—or colder weather, but they felt a little excessive on warmer days (and when worn with low-top sneakers).
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