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Membership Benefits

Posted on February 7, 2012 by swiftblog

Anyone who buys Swiftwicks is considered a member of Wick Nation and gets the opportunity to wear the finest compression socks, guaranteed. When you register to our website you are granted access to all of our WICK’ed awesome benefits, just waiting at your fingertips.

Membership Benefits

Swiftwick Referral Dollars: Find the “Referral URL” link at the lower half of the “Member Login” page after you have registered and logged in. Click this link to opened the “Referral Rewards” window where you can launch an email to friends and family. If your they buy online in this program, you will earn a $5 credit on your member account for their first qualified purchase. You spend your Referral Dollars just like REAL MONEY in our online store. If you don’t have a lot of friends, you’re probably training too much, so just consider this a great excuse to get out more. You’ll be glad you did.

Swiftwick Reward Program: Are you ready to take that first, important step toward a respectable sock drawer? Take advantage of Swiftwick’s Reward Program. On any single order over $100, the Reward Program gives you a 5% credit you can use on your next purchase. Earn 10% back on any single order over $150.

Wick Wish List: Registered members can select products they want for any special occasion, like birthdays and Christmas, then put out a private wish list – so friends and family know where to go to get you what you want. Now they will know to give you a Swiftwick Gift Card, a couple pairs of the new VIBE line ONE in pink, or PURSUIT line SEVENS for those long days on your feet at work… Get the perfect compression dress sock and specialty products you really want, instead of another tie, cook book or leather wallet.

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How To Know My Swiftwick Sock Size

Posted on December 21, 2011 by swiftblog

Our socks have been manufactured to fit each person’s feet to the best that is humanly possible. It’s our job, it’s what we do, and no one does it better. But how does a person who’s green to the sheer awesomeness of Swiftwick know which size sock is right for them? Thanks to our handy website tools, you can see what size you need each time you are looking at a product you are interested in.

This link is available each time you have go to a page where you have selected a product. But for those who just can’t take the anticipation any longer, we have decided to add the size chart here as well. Enjoy.

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SWIFTWICK EARNS EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR

Posted on December 13, 2011 by swiftblog

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Dec. 13, 2011) – Constant creative refinements in compression sock design, along with the use of quality materials and construction techniques have earned Swiftwick the respect of athletes around the world. Swiftwick made a commitment to manufacturing in Tennessee and set a priority in its employee and contractor recruitment effort to hire individuals with disabilities. That decision recently resulted in an employer of the year award, the second such award for the company in as many years.

Swiftwick, a compression sock company, named Employer of the Year.

Swiftwick Accepts Employer of The Year Award

The Nashville Area Employment Consortium and Tennessee Business Leadership Network selected Swiftwick as one of five Employers of the Year, resenting awards at their fifth annual luncheon on Oct. 25. In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, these two organizations partner each October to honor businesses that have been successful in providing employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

“Our rabid customer who loves their Swiftwick socks made this possible,” said Mark A. Cleveland, company President. “Maybe without knowing it, every consumer who buys Swiftwick compression socks, helps provide an employment platform for individuals who are just as rabid about quality control, who touch and inspect every pair and who may happen to also have a disability.”

Swiftwick Accepts Employer of the Year Award

Swiftwick's President, Mark Cleveland, accepts award

Swiftwick employs more than two dozen full time employees and contractors involved in local sales, production and packaging operations. A contributor to the community in many ways beyond its employment of individuals with special needs, the company helps a wide variety of charities and organizations nationwide by designing custom, co-branded socks. Colorful socks with a collectible design, a school logo or team slogan and creative graphics have proven to be a fantastic fund raising tool.

The company won its first Employer of the Year award in 2010 and shared the stage with Salvatore “Sal” Pellegrino, who at the same time was recognized as 2010 Employee of the Year in Williamson County. Sal’s commitment to keeping pace in a demanding workplace is evident today. Then, as now, all employees at Swiftwick share in and take pride in this award because together they create the environment where anyone can be productive. “Five Nashville area employers earned this honor, which tells you a lot about what’s happening in Nashville,” Cleveland adds, “but it was a surprise to my team because we stopped thinking in terms of a disability, rather we focus on abilities.”

The other companies honored at the Oct. 25 luncheon were Delaware North Companies, Hampton Inn, Publix Fieldstone Farms and Primrose School Hendersonville. The Nashville Area Employment Consortium is a collaborative group of employment service professionals that works closely with the Tennessee Business Leadership Network to provide information to the business community about the benefits of hiring persons with disabilities. Activities include Lunch and Learn events, Disability Employment Month in October, and an Annual Awards Banquet in October.

The Tennessee Business Leadership Network provides employers with education and resources, and helps organizations realize the business imperative of including individuals with disabilities in the workforce and marketplace.

Headquartered in Brentwood Tennessee, Swiftwick is a performance sock manufacturer that proudly employs the American workforce, building a full line of compression socks. Swiftwick’s vision is to design and produce the best active-wear products on the planet, using environmentally friendly means, social responsibility and superior customer service to create a competitive advantage.

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How To Become A Member and Write A Review

Posted on December 5, 2011 by swiftblog

If you are wanting to get down and dirty with our deals, the first thing you need to do is register as a member . This helps us do things like track reward dollars you earn from your past purchases, enable you to earn $5 on each new customer you refer, give you access to review gift card balances, maintain your “Wish List”, and much more. Here’s how to become a member:

Step 1: Go To Login

Step 2: Complete Registration Form

Now that you’re registered, let’s get you on your way towards entering to win one of the $25 Gift Cards that we will be awarding daily to the most interesting product reviews. Reviews are credited to the individual member logged in during the time of entry, so make sure you have created your member account before trying to write a review. Here’s how to write a review:

STEP 3: “Shop Socks”

STEP 4: Select A Product

Step 5: Click “Write Review”

Step 6: Complete A Review And “Submit”

Once you have made it this far, you have proven your worth as a member of Wick Nation. Following us on Facebook and Twitter will ensure you have opportunities to participate in contests that will often result in winning prizes we can now award directly to your account. Being a member of our loyal followers will also give you the latest news on our new releases in athletic sock technology, events we will be participating in, and updates on causes we support. We welcome you as a new member of our site and good luck in the “Daily Review Contest”.

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Swiftwick: When Wicking, Compression, and Made in the USA Gets Noticed

Posted on February 15, 2012 by swiftblog

“I was just sitting at my desk thinking random thoughts, when I noticed that the guy next to me was wearing Swiftwick socks. Of course my first thought was where did he get those, the only people I know that wear Swiftwick all the time are my adventure racing friends.

So I blurted, ‘Are those Swiftwicks you have on?’ and he told me that a friend of his got them at a race and they were the wrong size so he gave them to him. I went into a rant about Swiftwick and how I LOVE the socks. How I have three pair and wear them every time they are clean. I have the PERFORMANCE FOUR, FIVE and SEVEN. I’m not a fan of thick socks, but the PERFORMANCE FOUR and FIVE socks I have are thicker than what I usually wear, and I have really grown to love them even though I told my teammate Chuck, ‘There is no way, I’m going to like these socks. They are way too thick.’

I got into the compression sock game a couple years ago, but I had to buy the socks that came to my knee to get compression. Now I love the shorter version of compression socks. When I wear them my feet never swell like they used to after long runs. These socks don’t slip around when I’m running through creeks and I have never once had a blister from wearing them. The PERFORMANCE SEVEN socks I really like for the higher compression on my legs. I sometimes even wear them to bed the night after a long workout. Plus they were a customs for Bonk Hard, and are really cool looking with a BH on them. And socks isn’t the only thing they make; I also have a great pair of SLEEVES with all the same qualities of the socks.

When I write a review, I like to use the real world experience I have with the product, and to talk about my opinion of the gear, of course. My teammate Chuck is just the opposite. He will dig around and find all the technical reasons why he likes his gear.

Because that’s what matters! No one cares about all that touchy-feely stuff.

I have been a fan of Merino wool socks for several years. But the ‘big-name brand’ I used to wear has problems. They are expensive and they wear out way too fast. The fibers get ‘packed’ and ball up. Also the fibers just plain fall out leaving you looking at daylight through a little bit of nylon mesh right where my heel rides, and on the bottom of my feet. On top of that, it always seems like they are made overseas. Oh sure, they have a lifetime guarantee that clearly says *Normal wear and tear is not covered by the guarantee.” What’s the point of a lifetime guarantee with exclusions like that?!

"Not feelin' it ye... Wait... NOW my feet are wet."

Enter Swiftwick. I first heard about them at the 2010 National Championship race where all participants were given a pair. I was impressed because ONE-they were free, and TWO- they were merino wool. Maybe these would be the socks I have been searching for. I didn’t wear them during the race but was determined to check them out as soon as we got home.

First thing I noticed was the Made in USA decal. Gotta like that. Check out this quote from their website: “We decided to make all our products in the USA. Not some. Not most. All.” Yeah!

Second was the materials. I already knew about the benefits of Merino wool. Soft feel, less stink, cool in summer, warm in winter, no blisters. It also has extraordinary wicking capability. You can run or ride in them all day even when wet. But Swiftwick takes it to a new level with 21 micron Merino wool in a 200 needle count, and a 3 inch minimum staple length.

The thing that was new to me was the compression. I was skeptical but tried them anyway… And was totally sold. I’m sure you’ve all read or heard about the benefits of compression on recovery and race performance. But here’s something I noticed on top of that: The compression of these socks hold so perfectly snug against your feet, that any relative motion between your foot and sock is non-existent. That means NO blisters. The same compression seals out trail debris, sand, dirt, and vegetation bits. And that means NO blisters. The PURSUIT FOUR socks that I prefer run up a little higher over the ankle where the Swiftwick double welt compression cuff never slips or slides down. I even think it helps prevent rolled ankles.

I’ve worn these socks for a year and a half now and they are still in like-new-shape. But after experiencing the failure with the big-name brand socks, I thought I’d at least look into the Swiftwick guarantee. Plain and simple:

‘ “THE BEST SOCK YOU’LL EVER WEAR – GUARANTEED’

Purchase a pair of Swiftwick socks and put us to the test. It’s the best performance sock you have ever worn, or we invite you to mail the laundered socks and request a replacement pair of equal value.
We want you to be happy!

We will send a pair of black or white socks to you, even if you request a competitor’s product (subject to availability).” ‘

Nice to know, but I don’t think I’ll ever need it. These socks are awesome. That is exactly why Swiftwick socks are the preferred brand worn by ROCK Racing.” ~Robin Rongey

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Proclamation of Love – by Max King

Posted on January 31, 2012 by swiftblog

I must confess, I’ve had quite the affair the last couple months. It started with my across the world trip to Albania, continued across different time zones from Island Time to the East Coast, weekend to weekend, now it’s come to the point where I need my fix almost every day. You see, I’ve always been a cotton sock kind of guy. It didn’t matter the conditions. I guess you could say it was somewhat…unconditional love. I was in away, married to them. I loved the touch, the feel of cotton when I was training, when I was racing, and for everyday hanging out.

Until September that is. That’s when I was introduced to Swiftwick. A sales rep came into the shop, brand new cadet cap with the Swiftwick logo smartly placed in an ever so hip position, touting the latest and greatest in sock technology. Jenny, our soft goods buyer, was talking to him and mentioned that I should get a pair. So I sauntered over, checked em out, and said “sure, I’ll test them out in my next race”. He didn’t know my next race was going to be the World Mtn Running Championships. They were the Swiftwick Aspire One sock.

World Mtn Running Champs

When I put them on for that race it was like the sock became one with my foot. It was snug enough not to slip around, but not too tight to cut circulation off. It was perfect. But I still needed to see how they performed in a race. Needless to say, they performed amazingly well in conditions that would test any sock on the market. It was hot, it was technical, it was dirty and dusty. I was soaking wet and muddy and I never even noticed the socks. Were these the best socks ever or just a fluke?

I’ve continued to test the Swiftwick sock line out from the wool Pursuit line to the high performance no seam Aspire line. They are all amazing socks but for racing I still prefer the tight fitting no-seam ASPIRE ONE‘s. They’re thin, don’t move a millimeter even in technical terrain, and the Olefin fibers wick moisture better than anything I’ve ever had on my feet. It’s all I race in now and all I train in.

At this point I even have a hard time going back to the old cotton standby for every day use as well…so I usually don’t. It’s only when I’m out of clean Swiftwicks that I revert to that old soggy cotton. Try em out. You’ll love them. Best… sock… ever!

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ASPIRE™ FOUR Review by Gabe Garcia

Posted on December 13, 2011 by swiftblog

December 13th’s $25 Gift Card winner from our daily Review Contest, Gabe Garcia shares his experience of our ASPIRE™ FOUR‘s:

“There is no question that these are the best athletic socks I have worn. These socks fit better and feel more comfortable than the other brands I’ve tried. These socks are tight around the foot and just loose enough around the toes. The 4″ height keeps me warm on the 40 – 50 degree days. I ride 100 miles per week and run 25 miles per week on average and have recommended these socks to to everyone I train with.”