Quote Originally Posted by alpinerabbit View Post
They're all the rage among our marathoners here.

Supposedly, the compression gives better(read, perhaps, longer but maybe not faster) performance and regeneration, and I read instances where they help against shin splints (!!) - something I could use.
https://www.gearhunder.com/best-comp...socks-for-men/

Opinions?
They are definitely worth it. Especially when you find that your legs often become swollen due to prolonged sitting or standing with age, they can effectively alleviate this dilemma. It is also helpful for varicose veins and shin splints.