Back in 1956, Alec Issigonis was assigned by BMC to develop a very small, simple, and economical car that could carry four adults and their luggage.
It soon became apparent that this new car would be revolutionary in every aspect, with John Cooper being the first to spot its potential for racing.
This leads to some initial success on the track and set the starting point for an unprecedented story in motorsport with this small but nimble performer leaving behind a pack of far more powerful (and puzzled) opponents.
It culminated in Paddy Hopkirk's famous win in the Monte Carlo Rally in 1964 - an event the Mini would dominate up until 1967 and forever tied the Cooper name with the sporting legend of the Mini.
A minimalistic approach to the red livery of the last Mini to win in Monte Carlo - the gigantic 177 - was the inspiration for this sock design.
* unlike the original Mini did, we can't promise these socks will make you feel taller.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
With ten official versions set apart by Roman numerals, each new one poised to rule over all that came before it, the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is one of the great Japanese dynasties.Despite its humble origins as a family sedan, with the help of Mitsubishi's performance division Ralliart, that transformed it into a car-shaped toy, it won 4 consecutive WRC titles at the hands of Tommi Mäkinen, from 1996 to 1999.All hail the Emperor of the Rising Sun!
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
Inspired by Japan's Mitsubishi Zero.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
The '68 Ford Mustang GT from the movie Bullit, driven by the great Steve McQueen.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
The P51 Mustang "Old Crow" got its battle name from the cheapest available whiskey at the time. But don't let that fool you. On the air battle for Europe, it gathered a record number of victories at the hands of USAF Ace pilot, Bud Anderson.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
The Nissan R390 GT1: Forgotten Legend of Le Mans. Younger petrol heads may recognize it from Playstation's Gran Turismo series, but perhaps few of them know that in the '90s the real R390 was Nissan's best shot at Le Mans glory.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
45 years ago, while the motorsport world's jaw collectively dropped, Tyrrell introduced the revolutionary "Project 34". One of F1's most bizarre and fascinating creations: the "Six-Wheeler" Tyrrell P34.
A sort of ugly duckling of the USAF, the Curtiss P-40 'Warhawk' was ubiquitous in the first half of World War II, becoming famous for its sturdiness and extraordinary ability to withstand punishment.
Inspired by the USAF's North American P51D "Mustang".
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
The Peugeot 205 always was a car bigger than the sum of its parts.
It was first released in the 80's it's considered to be the car that turned Peugeot's luck around. More than 5 million were produced in 15 years, and you can still see a few around today.
The 205 T16 was the road version produced for homologation purposes that made the 500hp Group B Peugeot Talbot Frankenstein possible. This was when the 205 superminis showed its teeth immediately becoming the car to beat in the competition.
In the hands of some of the greatest Finn drivers, like Vatanen, Salonen, and Kankkunen it would go on to dominate the last two years of the Group B rally against favorites like Audi, Lancia, and Ford and stayed relevant in other rally competitions like Paris-Dakar for many years to come.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
Remember when Apple released the iPorsche back in 1980? The 215 mph Le Mans winning 935 "Moby Dick" caught Steve Jobs eye and became the first Apple Car. Still holding off for the iPorsche 2S Plus?
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
Developed in partnership with Proton Competition, official team socks for the 2020 24h of Le Mans.(3rd photo credit: Gary Parravani, Xynamic Automotive Photography)
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
The Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 was the top first-generation 911 and is considered by many Porschephiles to be the best of them all, which, when you talk about 911's is saying a lot. Unsurprisingly, the RennSport was initially built for racing homologation and was a fast car even by today's standards - 0/100 in 5.5s and a top speed of 240 km/h - much due to the extreme weight loss tricks that the Stuttgart boys came up with.
The extraordinary ducktail rear spoiler, the resurrection of the Carrera name from the '50s and its rally and track achievements all contributed to make this a very remarkable 911 among a long list of noteworthy 911's.
More recently, this once epitome of sports cars has become famous for the somewhat ridiculous prices it consistently reaches at car auctions, even being considered a few years ago as the best (legal) investment of the decade, with upwards of 700% appreciations.
We can't guarantee that the socks will have similar growth in value, but we're keeping them in their original packaging until 2040 just in case.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
Heel Thread RSR Low Socks
We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches
Size: Large - US (8-12)
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean
Our Sports collection has vertical ridges on the leg for added stretch and comfort. The piquet strip across the bridge of the foot makes sure the socks stay snuggly in place even during heavy activity. An all-around thicker cotton sock for those who like to feel as if they're walking on a cloud.- We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches- 80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane- Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry or iron
Debuted in 1980 the Audi Quattro is mostly known as a rally icon, having enjoyed great success in the WRC mostly thanks to its innovative 4-wheel drive system that took the WRC by storm.
Size: Large - US (8-12)
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
Hand made in Portugal.
Few liveries in motorsport are so illustrious as Nigel Mansell’s “Red Five” Williams-Renault FW14B, one of the most sophisticated cars ever to compete in F1 taking a record number of wins in the ’92 season against legends Senna and Schumacher.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
Why is a luxury tuned vintage Mercedes important in car history, you might ask. Well, perhaps it would make more sense when one realizes that the entire AMG family tree can be traced back to the Mercedes Benz 300 SEL 6.8 AMG, aka the Red Pig, aka AMG's Great-Granddaddy.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.
Made in Portugal using the most advanced craftsmanship to produce the finest seamless socks.Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron.
The maddest hot hatch of the 80s makes its way to our garage.
The Renault 5 (R5) Turbo designed by Bertone, was at the time the most powerful production French car with its 160hp 1.4 turbo engine mounted in the trunk and insanely big wheel arches and air vents.
Originally built to replace the aging Alpine A110 and compete with the dominating Lancia Stratos, it enjoyed immediate, although limited, success in the European rally scene, with its crowning achievement being a 1981 Monte Carlo Rally victory at the hands of Jean Ragnotti - fun fact, Carlos Sainz also drove one! Unfortunately, it would soon be outclassed by the emergence of Group B and its monstrous machines, especially the 4-wheel drive competitors with a clear dirt track advantage over the 2-wheel rear drive R5 Turbo, even with the 350hp evolution of the Maxi Turbo. Proof that cult status can be achieved even without a long list of victories.
Only 1600 were ever produced, but you can still get a pair of them right now!
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
Can you remember the first car that left you mesmerized in front of a screen, replaying chases in your head while air-steering and mimicking engine noises? Most likely it's one (or all) of these. Screen Heroes, celebrates four of the most iconic screen cars, in a beautifully crafted box, delivered for free at your door.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane. We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
Socks inspired by Tom Price driving SHADOW DN5.Tom Price, who joined the team in the middle of the 1974 season, started to make his mark as the team's AceDriver, and in the 1975 season, he achieved a 3rd place podium finish and won the non-title race. However, after he passed away due to an accident in the 1977 South Africa GP, the team went downhill and disappeared after the 1980 season..Although the period of activity itself was short, there are many fans who are touched by the history of SHADOW RACING that walked with Tom Price, and the jet black Body, Logo of the thief, and Icon of Number Plate 16, which are indispensable to SHADOW, are also used in the design of the Socks. Icon of Number Plate 16 is also on the design of Socks..
Once again, we partner up with Heel Tread fan and youtuber Shmee150 to design a sock pairing to his new AMG GT Black Series - more exactly the way it will look after the yellow respray. Can't wait to see what car he's getting next!
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane. We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
A collaboration with Shmee150 to create a tribute to his own McLaren Senna. On the off chance you haven't heard of him, Shmee150 is the brand of Tim Burton, a blogger/youtuber who travels the world in search of the greatest and most exclusive automotive content - it's a tough gig doing Gumball 3000 or Mille Miglia but, hey, somebody's got to take one for team petrolhead, right?This is a man who's current car collection - dubbed The Shmeemobiles - includes, besides the obvious super exclusive hypercar McLaren Senna, an Aston Martin Vantage GT8, Ford GT, Merc-AMG GT R, Mclaren 675LT Spyder and… *drum roll please*… a lime green Suzuki Jimny! Not bad for a guy who started off with a 1.2 Renault Clio…Anyway, we're clearly fans of the lifestyle so we partnered up with Shmee150 to create a Limited Edition of regular and low-cut sock designs based on Tim's own Cerulean Blue McLaren Senna, with a dark blue carbon fiber effect.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
Hand made in Portugal.
The 956 is not only an icon of the legendary Group C, dominating Le Mans in its era, but still holds the fastest Nurburgring lap and along with its 962 sibling, carved motorsport for future generations.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
Inspired by the RAF's Supermarine Spitfire.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane. We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
Inspired by the RAF's Supermarine Spitfire.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
People call it Scooby, Scoob, Subie, Rex, Zetza, Scooboxer, regardless, not many cars reach the status of having a worldwide nickname - let alone several of them.Some love it for its brilliant handling and performance, others hate it for its garish looks, but the Subaru Impreza is just one of those cars.Here at Heel Tread, we are shameless fans of the Scooby, especially the first one; the one that Colin McRae piloted to Rally Legend in its 555 liveries, with metallic blue and fluorescent graphics. And don't even get us started on those über cool matte gold wheels. Call it what you want.We call it a well-deserved spot in any garage.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
The Peugeot 205 always was a car bigger than the sum of its parts.First released in the 80’s it’s considered to be the car that turned Peugeot’s luck around. More than 5 million were produced in 15 years and you can still see a few around today.The 205 T16 was the road version produced for homologation purposes, that made the 500 hp Group B Peugeot Talbot Frankenstein possible. This was when the 205 supermini really showed its teeth immediately becoming the car to beat in the competition.In the hands of some of the greatest Finn drivers, like Vatanen, Salonen and Kankkunen it would go on to dominate the last two years of the Group B rally against favorites like Audi, Lancia and Ford and stayed relevant in other rally competitions like Paris-Dakar for many years to come.80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
Who doesn’t want a friend & wingman like Goose? Supersonic dogfights? Vertical afterburner-powered climbs? Top Gun raised us to be brave and bold and badass and that even when our egos are writing checks our bodies can't cash, we can still fly into... the Danger Zone 🎵Free worldwide delivery, in a beautiful bespoke pack with socks inspired on the F-14 Tomcat, Maverick's Kawasaki GPZ, and the helmet designs of Maverick and Iceman.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
An underdog by all accounts, the Toyota Celica GT-Four was the car that effectively ended the European domain of the WRC, becoming the first Japanese competitor to race with a turbocharged AWD car and grabbing wins and titles like no other before it. The ST185 with the Toyota Castrol livery became the most iconic version, with Carlos Sainz being the pilot that most consistently drove it to victory.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
The maddest hot hatch of the 80s makes its way to our garage.
The Renault 5 (R5) Turbo designed by Bertone, was at the time the most powerful production French car with its 160 hp 1.4 turbo engine mounted in the trunk and insanely big wheel arches and air vents.Originally built to replace the aging Alpine A110 and compete with the dominating Lancia Stratos, it enjoyed immediate, although limited, success in the european rally scene, with its crowning achievement being a 1981 Monte Carlo Rally victory at the hands of Jean Ragnotti - fun fact, Carlos Sainz also drove one! Unfortunately it would soon be outclassed by the emergence of Group B and its monstrous machines, especially the 4-wheel drive competitors with a clear dirt track advantage over the 2-wheel rear drive R5 Turbo, even with the 350 hp evolution of the Maxi Turbo. Proof that cult status can be achieved even without a long list of victories.Only 1600 were ever produced but you can still get a pair of them right now!
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
Hand made in Portugal.
45 years ago, while the motorsport world's jaw collectively dropped, Tyrrel introduced the revolutionary "Project 34". One of F1's most bizarre and fascinating creations: the "Six-Wheeler" Tyrrel P34.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
PREMIUM DESIGN: Official Formula One merchandise featuring Visa Cash App RB racing team logos and branding in crisp white with blue and red accents
COMFORT FIT: Cushioned crew-length socks with ribbed cuffs provide excellent support and prevent slipping during wear
MATERIAL QUALITY: Soft, breathable fabric blend ensures lasting durability while maintaining shape through multiple washes
VERSATILE STYLE: Perfect for both casual wear and race day support, these socks add a sporty touch to any outfit
SIZING: One size fits most adult feet, with stretchy material that provides a snug yet comfortable fit
OFFICIAL MERCHANDISE: Authentic Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team keychain featuring team branding and logo on durable black fabric
PREMIUM DESIGN: High-quality woven fabric construction with reinforced stitching and sleek black carabiner clip for secure attachment
VERSATILE USE: Perfect for keys, bags, or accessories with a sturdy carabiner clip design that ensures reliable daily use
SPORTY AESTHETICS: Features bold team branding in contrasting colours against black fabric for a distinctive racing-inspired look
PRACTICAL SIZE: Compact yet easily accessible keyring design with comfortable fabric strap length for convenient carrying
Remember that time, Volvo went crazy and raced an estate?
We do too!
In the early 90's someone at Volvo thought it would be smart if they were no longer safe and boring and were now sporty and cool. Fast forward to 1994 and the 850 estate starts competing in the British Touring Car Championship. The first estate to compete in touring car championships was never overly successful on the track. And you'd probably be surprised to remember that it only lasted a season and was replaced the next year by the sedan due to regulation changes - it's never easy for those who dare to be different...
Nevertheless, its uniqueness and charisma made it arguably the most iconic BTCC car ever - just seeing one (often on two wheels) on the track takes us back. The fact that even today it's still regularly mentioned and makes special appearances in recent Goodwood's is proof enough of the impact it's one season in the BTCC had in motorsport fans.
That and the fact they raced it with giant stuffed dogs on the back to annoy the competition.
That's the stuff legends are made of.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
The 'icon of icons'. If you had to name only one American World War II icon, you'd be hard-pressed to find a more suitable candidate than the olive-paintj Willys Jeep. Widely recognised for its tactical and operational duties on the battlefield it was a key factor of the war effort. By the end of WWII, more than 360.000 were made and it had picked up the nickname 'Jeep' that quickly became the overall brand name.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane. We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
For each event of the rally championship, we'll be releasing an official commemorative pair of socks developed in collaboration with the WRC.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
For each event of the rally championship, we'll be releasing an official commemorative pair of socks developed in collaboration with the WRC.
80% Combed Cotton, 17% Polyamide, 3% Elastane.We use seamless knitting to create a sock with no stitches.
Wash inside out (40ºC/100ºF max). Do not tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
