RKEP EX3 triple density socks review

**phili** · 09-27-2012, 05:53 PM

Originally Posted by visor

Yeah, even though the item is cheap shipping is not, due to its weight. Same goes for shoes, towels, bags. The best deal in item cost to shipping ratio from RKEP would be expensive but light items, such as rackets, strings, etc.

Maybe some sort of selling strategy. I was thinking I HAVE to pay more for the item than i pay for shipping

**visor** · 09-27-2012, 06:19 PM

Originally Posted by madbad

Between 8 and 8.5

Yeah, medium is better for you then. It does stretch anyways. I ended up giving my mediums to my wife who likes them very much.

You could try them on if you like.

**visor** · 09-27-2012, 06:22 PM

Originally Posted by phili

Maybe some sort of selling strategy. I was thinking I HAVE to pay more for the item than i pay for shipping

That's why you probably won't see RKEP selling bowling balls on eBay.

**Mark A** · 09-28-2012, 04:08 AM

Originally Posted by visor

^^ Interesting... inside out? What's the advantage?

Inside-out puts the seams on the outside (and my OCD prefers it that way).

**Mark A** · 09-29-2012, 04:14 AM

First session in... weirdest feeling. As an earlier post said, it's like having the world's piley-est carpet inside one's shoes. It made the shoe feel slightly loose, but there was no problem with traction as such. I'll keep an eye on this, but I expect it to calm down once the fluff is flattened.

Happily, the open-weave areas did keep me foot noticeably cooler over the entire session, and the sock doesn't get as wet (if you catch my drift) as the denser Karakals.

I got two pairs, but I'll stick with one to properly break them in.

**Mark A** · 10-04-2012, 03:48 AM

Second session on the same pair, and much better. The pile seems to have been smashed down now (192 lb and narrow feet will do that). So, I'm left with a cheaper, better fitting and more breatheable Karakal. Win win

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**visor** · 10-04-2012, 10:36 AM

^^ Yep my experience exactly. Now it's a matter of seeing how long this cushiony feeling will last. Mine are doing quite well after a dozen or so sessions.

**gundamzaku** · 10-04-2012, 01:25 PM

Originally Posted by visor

Have been using these socks for the past 2 months.

Incredibly cushiony without being voluminous, as the bottom part has densely weaved loops inside while the top part has thin weaves. So it still fits inside my shoes properly without feeling too tight. And for the price of $2.50 per pair, an incredible deal.

The only downside is that it was too cushiony initially when new as it felt slightly unstable like I was standing on a carpet with tall loops, but eventually this feeling faded as the socks got worn in after a few wearing and washing.

For my size 8.5 wide feet, the medium size was too tight and the large fit better.

Supposed to be based on the Karakal triple density socks and I've also seen similar designed socks from Yonex.

(Disclaimer: I'm not affiliated to RKEP in any way or get any special treatment from them ... just a very satisfied regular customer.

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according to the picture you've posted, it looks similar to the addidas i bought from costco. however, RKEP socks seems to be a bit thicker all around which is good for me since i've noticed that my addidas socks are coming loose and developing holes

when my addidas are worn, then i'll think about buying the RKEP and giving them a try. thank you for the review. i should have included a disclaimer like yours when i wrote the review for their G09 grip!!!

**visor** · 10-04-2012, 02:33 PM

Originally Posted by gundamzaku

according to the picture you've posted, it looks similar to the addidas i bought from costco. however, RKEP socks seems to be a bit thicker all around which is good for me since i've noticed that my addidas socks are coming loose and developing holes

when my addidas are worn, then i'll think about buying the RKEP and giving them a try. thank you for the review. i should have included a disclaimer like yours when i wrote the review for their G09 grip!!!

I've seen those ones at Costco... this one is way way better, thicker and cheaper to boot!

**gundamzaku** · 10-04-2012, 04:35 PM

Originally Posted by visor

I've seen those ones at Costco... this one is way way better, thicker and cheaper to boot!

alright, sold! i'll go ahead and order them as soon as my current addidas are worn out...another excuse to play more badminton

**CanucksDynasty** · 10-04-2012, 04:48 PM

Originally Posted by gundamzaku

alright, sold! i'll go ahead and order them as soon as my current addidas are worn out...another excuse to play more badminton

I bought Costco socks too

. I think they were Champions. As soon as they wear out...I'll try some of these RKEP socks.

**visor** · 10-04-2012, 05:10 PM

Originally Posted by gundamzaku

alright, sold! i'll go ahead and order them as soon as my current addidas are worn out...another excuse to play more badminton

Post back a review when you try em. But be warned they'll feel weird the first few times as mentioned in the OP. .

**visor** · 10-04-2012, 05:13 PM

Originally Posted by CanucksDynasty

I bought Costco socks too

. I think they were Champions. As soon as they wear out...I'll try some of these RKEP socks.

Once I hear back from Eric re availability of NR800 & MSJJS I'll let you know and we can order a bunch of these socks too.

**gundamzaku** · 10-04-2012, 05:58 PM

Originally Posted by visor

Post back a review when you try em. But be warned they'll feel weird the first few times as mentioned in the OP. .

definitely, i'm excited again, yay!

Originally Posted by visor

Once I hear back from Eric re availability of NR800 & MSJJS I'll let you know and we can order a bunch of these socks too.

do we have to get individual price quotes for each Victor racket or can we get like a catalog emailed to us or something?

**visor** · 10-04-2012, 06:03 PM

Originally Posted by gundamzaku

definitely, i'm excited again, yay!do we have to get individual price quotes for each Victor racket or can we get like a catalog emailed to us or something?

I don't order enoug rackets to need the catalogue but I seem to remember someone mentioning they got one from Eric as they order frequently.