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Before the official review, let's chat a bit. I have both wine and stories!

Like most people who start exercising, the initial goal was to lose weight. After sticking with it for a while, I fell in love with running. I've made the same mistakes as other beginners and taken the same detours. My gear has evolved from complex to simple, and I've even been tempted to run with minimal equipment! Experienced runners know that the most important gear is a pair of well-fitting shoes and good socks. Choosing the right shoes is an art; what works for others might not work for you, and vice versa. For beginners, choosing a major brand's sub-flagship model is usually a safe bet. When it comes to socks, only your feet can tell you what's right. Try different pairs to find what suits you best. There are short socks, long socks, compression socks, five-toe socks, etc. Different socks suit different activities: short and mid-length socks for short distances, five-toe socks for trail running, and compression socks for long-distance running and endurance sports. Compression socks are more aesthetically pleasing and integrated compared to calf sleeves, which can look mismatched with short socks.

For beginners, a good pair of compression socks is essential. They offer many benefits: compressing the leg muscles to prevent lactic acid buildup, accelerating lactic acid breakdown, providing muscle support for longer-lasting exercise, and looking stylish. On trails, they can prevent scratches from branches, insect bites, and keep you warm. You wouldn't want your legs covered in scars after a trail run, would you? Enough small talk, let's get to the main topic... or should we chat a bit more? Never mind, we're out of wine!

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HNK Warrior is a new sports sock and protective gear brand under the established sock manufacturer Oriental Baifu Hosiery. Their products include compression socks, calf sleeves, short socks, hiking socks, etc. They are also the official partner of the 13th National Winter Games and a sponsor of the Chongqing International Marathon. This proves the quality of their products. Compared to new internet sports brands with exaggerated marketing, Oriental Baifu has rich experience, a better supply chain, high investment in product development, and many patents. Traditional industries are indeed stronger in these aspects!

The star of this review is the HNK Warrior 3X Gradient Compression Socks. Since my calves are quite thick, I chose the black color, which is versatile and slimming. I must say, the effect is pretty good.

The packaging of the Warrior 3X Gradient Compression Socks is simple and elegant. The back of the manual introduces three main features of these socks.

Main features include:

1. Increases endurance

The 3X Gradient Compression Socks have a leg-binding function that enhances calf muscle strength, effectively increasing the wearer's endurance and reducing calf muscle damage from prolonged exercise.

2. Relieves lactic acid buildup and accelerates recovery

The 3X Gradient Compression Socks minimize ineffective muscle vibrations, promoting blood circulation in the legs, relieving fatigue from lactic acid buildup, and aiding post-race muscle recovery.

3. Enhances explosive power

The 3X Gradient Compression Socks are designed based on ergonomic principles, with reasonable pressure values for the calf muscles that decrease gradually, enhancing the athlete's explosive power.

Upon opening the package, the first thing you see is a yellow dragon-shaped logo with an Oriental flair, proudly reminding us that we are descendants of the dragon! The main color is camouflage black, with gray reinforced fabric at the toes and heels for comfort and support. The different sweat distribution points are addressed with yellow striped knitting for elasticity, breathability, and sweat-wicking. The design differentiates between left and right feet for better support and improved performance.

First impression: tight. The compression is stronger on the soleus muscle, minimal at the Achilles tendon, and moderate on the gastrocnemius muscle, giving a gradient compression feel. The toes and heels are comfortably wrapped, allowing free movement without a sense of restriction.

Experiments are the test of truth. When I received the Warrior 3X Compression Socks, it was the rainy season in Jiangnan, which made the review a bit inconvenient. However, it also provided an opportunity to test them in the rain. Wearing the Warrior 3X Gradient Compression Socks, I hopped on my bike and went for a leisurely ride with friends to Gonghu Bay Park to see Taihu Lake.

I felt the benefits of the Warrior 3X Gradient Compression Socks: my calf muscles were clearly wrapped and didn't shake much, conserving energy. Sprints were faster, long rides didn't make my calves sore, the socks didn't chafe, and they wicked sweat quickly. They even provided some warmth in the rain!

On my second ride, a 6-kilometer uphill climb at Huishan with an elevation gain of over 1,000 meters, I climbed faster than my peers of the same level. I could truly feel the benefits of the Warrior 3X Compression Socks. They compressed my calf muscles without making them feel tight, and the breathability was excellent. Even when my whole body was sweaty, my calves didn't feel damp!

Wearing the Warrior 3X Compression Socks for pace runs and hill runs felt great. They provided compression, acceleration, anti-slip features, and good looks. Especially during speed runs, they were very effective!

The design and craftsmanship are excellent, and the functionality is strong.

The Warrior 3X Gradient Compression Socks are suitable for trail running, cycling, marathons, endurance runs, and other high-tech sports. They have everything you need: good looks, technology, comfortable Lycra fabric, and an affordable price. Their design and craftsmanship are on par with major international brands. Highly recommended!

A suggestion for Warrior: consider producing a trail running five-toe sock to give consumers more options!