Ice sock

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An ice sock is a sock filled with ice, used by cyclists participating in brevets (long-distance rides) to avoid overheating. A white athletic sock is filled with ice, which the cyclist drapes around his/her neck.[1] This is a low-cost and effective method to keep the cyclist's temperature in check and prevent overheating.[2]

Other mentions of ice socks include cold weather sock products to offer feet protection against cold weather, as well as ice melt socks to prevent ice dams on roofs.

References

  1. ↑ Pacocha, Matt (27 July 2008). "How Garmin-Chipotle keeps its riders fresh for the Tour". VeloNews. Retrieved 8 June 2009. 
  2. ↑ Longdon, David (14 July 2009). "Race Across Oregon Strategery". Seattle Pi. Retrieved 8 June 2009. 


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