Dmyth Arch Support Socks – Q&A

Q1. What kind of brand is Dmyth?

Dmyth is a performance sock brand for golf manufactured by a long-established sock maker with over 60 years of history, founded in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.

By carefully selecting materials and functions demanded by professional golfers, the brand brings together decades of accumulated know-how.

Many professional and elite golfers use Dmyth socks, and they have received high praise for enabling top performance throughout all 72 holes of a four-day professional tournament.

Q2. What does it mean by “the function socks”?

These are compression socks developed based on taping theory.

They feature 1) Arch support 2) Ankle support.Both use elastic yarns to provide a taping effect.

In addition, 3) Silicone power grips on the sole prevent foot slippage inside the shoe, supporting maximum swing performance. 

For high-length socks, additional functions include 4) Calf support. 5) Tibia support, which apply a taping effect to the muscles below the knee and contribute to overall conditioning.

Q3. What is arch support and what are its benefits?

When fatigue builds up during exercise, the arch of the foot tends to drop. This can cause discomfort, poor body balance, and instability in the golf swing.

Arch support socks lift the arch, helping to maintain proper body alignment and balance.

Q4. What is calf support and what are its benefits?

The calf is often called the “second heart” because it helps pump blood from the feet back to the heart.

When fatigued, blood vessels expand and circulation slows, causing tiredness.

Calf support applies gentle compression to promote smooth blood circulation and reduce fatigue.

Q5. What is tibia support and what are its benefits?

The tibia, also known as the shinbone, is a major bone in the lower leg.

Muscles responsible for movement and posture control originate and attach around this area.

By compressing both the shin and calf simultaneously, tibia support helps improve lower-leg balance and stability.

Q6. What is Achilles support and what are its benefits?

By applying compression around the ankle, Achilles support helps reduce lateral movement of the foot while walking or during the golf swing.

 

Q7. There is a non-slip grip on the sole. How durable is it?

Many professional golfers wear these socks, and there have been no reports of the grip losing its effectiveness.

Q8. Are the socks durable? Aren’t five-toe socks easy to tear?

With normal nail care, the socks are unlikely to develop holes easily.

Even tour professionals report that rotating about 10 pairs per year is sufficient to maintain performance.

Please refer to the blog how to take care of Dmyth Socks. 


Q9. Do these socks get stuffy or sweaty?

While many sports socks use thick pile fabrics, Dmyth Arch Support Socks use a plain knit structure, making them less prone to trapping heat.

They also use Coolmax® yarn, which offers excellent moisture absorption and quick-drying performance.

Q10. What materials are used?

• Lycra® is used in the support areas for excellent elasticity.
  
  
• Coolmax® is used in other areas for moisture-wicking and fast-drying properties.
  
  

Q11. Why are they made in China instead of Japan?

Many Japanese-made five-toe socks use three-dimensional knitting, but since foot shapes vary greatly, some users experience discomfort inside shoes.

Dmyth socks are made by carefully sewing compression materials and sock components by hand at factories trained under strict supervision.

This final manual process is crucial for comfort, but unfortunately difficult to achieve in Japan, which is why production is carried out in China.

Q12. Are these socks only for golf?

They are developed based on feedback from professional and elite golfers, making them ideal for golf.

However, since golf involves a lot of walking, many users also wear them for walking, running, yoga, and other activities.

They are also popular as conditioning socks, with some purchases made by professionals such as hairdressers.

Q13. Do any well-known professionals wear them?

Yes. Many professional golfers use Dmyth socks.

On the JGTO tour: Komei Oda, Koichi Kitamura, Ryuichi Kondo, Shohei Hasegawa, among others.

On the JLPGA tour: Mayu Hamada, Aoi Higashi, Mai Arai, and more.

They are also used by long-drive specialists, including Taiga Kurouchi, Japan champion (under 78 kg class), and senior champion Makoto Hosoya.

Q14. Why is there a price difference between high socks and other types?

High socks include two additional support functions below the knee, which is why they are priced higher.

Q15. Does sock length affect the support performance?

Sneaker-length and mid-length socks provide the same support functions.

Please choose the length and design that best matches your golf wear.