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<strong>SockGuy</strong> Company Fact Sheet<br />

About <strong>SockGuy</strong> <strong>SockGuy</strong>, manufacturer of the most comfortable socks you’ll ever wear, is a<br />

sixteen-year-old San Diego-based company comprised of avid cyclists, runners<br />

and weekend warriors who have experience as professional racers, shop owners,<br />

sport enthusiasts and industry professionals.<br />

All of <strong>SockGuy</strong>’s performance socks are made in the U.S.A. and feature superior<br />

comfort, cool designs, and exceptional durability. <strong>SockGuy</strong> has hundreds of<br />

original sock designs sold in thousands of retail locations across the U.S. and<br />

Internationally.<br />

The company creates customized logo socks for sporting events, clubs, teams,<br />

companies and schools around the world, so they can be found at large and small<br />

events everywhere. <strong>SockGuy</strong> is also the most popular outsource manufacturer for<br />

major cycling brands, so they are worn by top athletes and can be found in better<br />

athletic retail stores worldwide.<br />

Material Matters While other sock manufacturers are cutting down on the percent of materials they<br />

use to provide wick and cushion, <strong>SockGuy</strong> maintains the highest standards,<br />

featuring 93% more ultra wicking fiber than competitive socks and a more finished<br />

yarn that is softer and more comfortable on the feet.<br />

Dramatic Designs Our socks are designed by award winning artists, and they feature cool and<br />

unique graphics that capture up-to-the-minute trends. Our designs are intricate<br />

and fresh, and we test them all before they go to retail, so we know customers will<br />

buy them.<br />

Service Standards <strong>SockGuy</strong> provides personal, immediate service with 97% in-stock availability.<br />

Most orders ship the day they are placed.<br />

Management Team Michael Foley – President. Michael has been involved in the cycling industry for<br />

more than 30 years. He was the original founder of Bike Magazine and worked<br />

there until the magazine was sold. He joined <strong>SockGuy</strong> in the beginning of 2001.<br />

Michael loves mountain biking and coaching a local high school boys’ lacrosse<br />

team when he has the time.<br />

Company<br />

Headquarters<br />

Ken DeCesari – National Sales Manager. Ken has been managing professional<br />

inside and outside sales teams for more than 13 years. He joined the <strong>SockGuy</strong><br />

team in 2007. When he's not helping lead the charge at <strong>SockGuy</strong>, you can find<br />

him at the park near his house throwing a Frisbee or tennis ball with his energetic<br />

Australian Shepherd, Raven.<br />

2221 Las Palmas Drive, Suite H<br />

Carlsbad, CA 92011<br />

Toll free: 888.232.5376<br />

Phone: 760.804.1344<br />

Fax: 760.804.1348<br />

www.sockguy.com<br />

Media Contact Michael Foley<br />

michael@sockguy.com<br />

949-363-9722


<strong>SockGuy</strong> Product Fact Sheet<br />

<strong>SockGuy</strong> maintains the highest standards to deliver the best performance socks on the market<br />

today. Our socks hug your feet in style and comfort and are built to last. All of our socks feature<br />

more ultra-wicking fiber and our exclusive super-soft yarn so your feet stay dry, cool and comfy<br />

no matter how hard you play. <strong>SockGuy</strong> socks are designed by award winning artists and feature<br />

unique graphics that capture cool up-to-the-minute trends and designs. All of our socks are<br />

proudly Made in the U.S.A.<br />

All of our socks feature our Stretch-to-Fit sizing system and our exclusive Easy-Fit cuff for<br />

a perfect fit every time on any foot.<br />

Classic<br />

SGX<br />

Our most popular socks feature off-beat, original designs that<br />

appeal to a broad range of athletes, from professionals to weekend<br />

warriors to multi-sport enthusiasts who like to have unique socks to<br />

match their personality and attitude.<br />

Our Classic socks feature:<br />

1. Superior softness and comfort that helps eliminate blisters<br />

and hot spots<br />

2. Mesh upper for supreme air flow<br />

3. Double-stitched heel and toe for strength and durability<br />

Available in multiple cuff heights: No Show; 1”-2”; 3”; 3”-5”; 6”;<br />

Higher LUV (knee high)<br />

<strong>SockGuy</strong>’s SGX socks are designed with the elite athlete in mind<br />

and features our exclusive Elite Performance Formula, a blend of<br />

polypropylene, nylon and spandex. The new SGX sock line<br />

provides a compression fit, performance ribbing, enhanced<br />

ventilation and a reduced friction profile. These socks feel great,<br />

look great, and with <strong>SockGuy</strong>’s signature Stretch-to-Fit sizing and<br />

reinforced toe & heel, SGX socks perform like no other.<br />

Guaranteed to be the most comfortable performance socks you’ll<br />

ever wear.<br />

Our SGX socks feature:<br />

1. Compression ribbing cuff helps prevent fatigue by<br />

increasing blood flow<br />

2. Mesh upper for maximum airflow ventilation<br />

3. Snug arch support hugs foot for maximum comfort and<br />

virtually zero-slip<br />

4. Streamlined friction-free sole: go longer and play harder<br />

with no pain


Wooligan<br />

Channel Air<br />

MTN-Tech<br />

The Wooligan is the best winter sock you will ever wear. These<br />

socks will keep your feet dry and warm in all weather conditions.<br />

Featuring a 4" Easy-Fit cuff, arch support, moisture wicking<br />

channels and a padded foot bottom for extra warmth and comfort.<br />

Made with 75% TURBOwool, a superior blend of 50%<br />

polypropylene and 50% Merino wool, which provides five times the<br />

strength and durability of Merino wool alone. Shrink-resistant and<br />

itch-free.<br />

These socks feature unique construction exclusive to <strong>SockGuy</strong> that<br />

features four channels of air mesh and five channels of padded<br />

cushioning for a perfect combination of support, moisture control<br />

and comfort. This ultra-plush line of socks also has an arch support<br />

to help reduce fatigue, making it the perfect running sock for<br />

runners of all levels.<br />

Our Channel Air socks feature:<br />

1. Cool airflow mesh upper<br />

2. Stay-put arch support<br />

3. Invisible toe seam<br />

4. Channel Air sole<br />

o 5 channels of plush terry padding on the sole for<br />

extra cushioning<br />

o 4 channels of cool air mesh ventilation on the sole<br />

Our MTN-Tech Ski & Snowboard socks deliver the superior fit and<br />

performance that top riders and skiers demand. They feature<br />

excellent arch and ankle support with cush padding in just the right<br />

places. Choose from our lightweight performance designs or check<br />

out the extra-plush shock absorption of our heavyweight terry<br />

padded socks. Either way, you’ve got your dogs wrapped in our<br />

exclusive comfort formula that keeps your feet warm, dry and<br />

comfortable all day long.<br />

MTN-Tech Hiker socks are comprised of our TurboWool blend and<br />

come with a 7” or 8” cuff. They keep your feet warm and dry while<br />

protecting your ankles from bugs and brush during your hike.<br />

Our MTN-Tech Hiker socks feature:<br />

1. Stay-put ankle support<br />

2. Cool airflow mesh upper<br />

3. Supportive arch band


Accessories<br />

4. Ultra-cush terry padded sole<br />

Our MTN-Tech Ski & Snowboard socks feature:<br />

1. Stay-put ribbed cuff<br />

2. Terry padded shin guard<br />

3. Articulated ankle support<br />

4. Elasticized arch support<br />

5. Energizing sole panels<br />

6. Terry-padded toe/heel<br />

Arm Warmers: Our dual arm-cuff and elasticized wrist-cuff provide<br />

the ultimate in fit, style and comfort. Whether running, hiking or<br />

biking, arm warmers are the easiest way to regulate your body<br />

temperature. <strong>SockGuy</strong> Arm Warmers are seamless and super-soft!<br />

Base Layers: We offer Base Layer tops in both sleeveless and<br />

short-sleeve tee shirts. These moisture-wicking tops can be<br />

personalized with a chest logo as a custom item from <strong>SockGuy</strong>.<br />

Shoe Covers: Made from CorDura, these ultra-tough cover socks<br />

act as an insulating layer that provides warmth and protects shoes<br />

from becoming dirty and worn.<br />

Aero Booties: Our aero booties are digitally printed and feature a<br />

no-itch zipper back and provide wind protection and aerodynamic<br />

styling.

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