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U.S. cyclocross national champion Jeremy Powers talks about how CEP's compression socks help him race and recover better.

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Three-time U.S. cyclocross champion Jeremy Powers is a busy man, as he travels the country and also to Europe during the cyclocross season. He recently picked up two wins at the Gran Prix of Gloucester, followed by two more victories in Providence and Waterloo. Photo: Wil Matthews | www. wilmatthewsphoto.com
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Powers has several sponsors who help support his racing, a list that includes compression gear maker CEP. Powers often finds himself wearing the company’s socks when he’s hanging around the house or going to the gym. He dons a pair while kitting up for a ride the morning of a ’cross race as well. Photo: Wil Matthews | www. wilmatthewsphoto.com
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“For me, the compression is obviously really cool,” Powers says, adding that the Dynamic + Run Ultralight Short Sock’s ability to stay in place is an added benefit. “It’s good for stretching too, when you’re doing calf raises or things like that, your foot’s not moving around much. They’re the best socks I’ve ever worn, I can tell you that.” Photo: Wil Matthews | www. wilmatthewsphoto.com
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One of the secret weapons in Powers’ quiver are his Recovery + Pro Compression Tights. He slips on a pair after a morning, hour-long spin, and keeps them on until it’s time to get ready for the afternoon’s race. Photo: Wil Matthews | www. wilmatthewsphoto.com
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“I’ll wear the tights before I get to the race,” Powers says. “Honestly, it feels better after I do a little spin just to get the blood moving, throw the tights on, hang, and then go over to the race. It just feels better on my legs.” Photo: Wil Matthews | www. wilmatthewsphoto.com
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Powers’ other favorite in the CEP product line are the Progressive + Merino Run Socks. They’re thick but breathable, and they’re perfect for cyclocross rides in cold weather because of the warmth they add. And of course they’ve got some compression properties. During wet rides, Powers’ legs stay dry underneath his Merino socks and some leg warmers. Photo: Wil Matthews | www. wilmatthewsphoto.com
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When it comes to racing, Powers goes with the Dynamic + Run Ultralight Short Socks, which he says work well with today’s cycling shoes that are tighter and lighter than those of the past. When the temperature drops in the fall and winter, he switches to the Merino version of these socks for some added warmth. Photo: Wil Matthews | www. wilmatthewsphoto.com
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Powers admits he’s got “bullhorned toes,” which has led to several split-open socks during his cycling life. His CEP socks, however, have yet to bust open. “I haven’t blown through the front of any of these socks. So I think they’re great for that,” he says, laughing. Photo: Wil Matthews | www. wilmatthewsphoto.com
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“Those thicker socks, I can’t ride in them,” Powers says when talking about why he wears the Dynamic + Run Ultralight Short Socks during a race. And, despite having “run” in their name, the socks are a perfect match for cyclists. Photo: Wil Matthews | www. wilmatthewsphoto.com
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When Powers is traveling, he’ll finish his post-race routine, throw on a pair of Recovery + Pro Compression Tights, some short socks, and sneakers, and then head to the airport to his next racing destination. Photo: Wil Matthews | www. wilmatthewsphoto.com

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