Best Motocross Knee Brace Socks in Australia – Goatbrand MX

If you ride moto in Australia and wear knee braces, your socks are doing more work than you think. The wrong pair slides, bunches under the hinges and rubs your legs raw by the second moto. The right pair just disappears under your gear. This guide covers what actually makes a good motocross knee brace sock, what to look for in Aussie conditions, and how to pick the right pair and size.

What is a knee brace sock?

A knee brace sock is a long MX sock that runs from your foot, through your boot, and up past your knee to finish above the top strap of your brace. It's there to sit between your skin and the brace, so the brace grips the sock instead of chewing up your leg. A normal tall sock usually isn't long enough, doesn't have enough grip at the top, and isn't built for the friction a brace puts on it.

We started Goatbrand MX because we were sick of moto socks that were boring and didn't do the job. So we made our own, built to go under braces first, and to look like nothing else at the track.

What to look for in the best knee brace socks

Length that clears your brace

The sock has to finish above the top strap. If it stops under the strap, the edge of the sock becomes the thing that rubs. Check the leg length on the size chart, not just the size letter.

A cuff that grips

The top band is what keeps everything in place. Goatbrand MX socks use self-fabric cuffs with a silicone grip, so they hold onto your thigh instead of sliding down under the brace. They can feel tight the first time, then give a bit after a few rides.

Compression where the brace sits

Our socks have anti-rash compression sleeves through the brace area to cut down on friction and irritation. A smooth, firm layer under the brace is what stops the hot spots you get from loose fabric folding over.

Breathability

Aussie summers at the track are hot and sweaty, and wet socks rub. We use ventilated mesh panels and a polyester and lycra blend for a breathable, drier fit. If heat is your main issue, our guide to the best motocross socks for hot weather and sweat goes deeper.

Padding in the boot

Your foot needs to sit snug in the boot, not swim around. Goatbrand MX socks have extra thick bottoms for a snug fit inside your motocross boots, which also helps if you're prone to blisters. More on that in how to stop blisters in motocross boots.

Built for Australian riding conditions

Riding here throws a bit of everything at your gear. Summer track days are hot and dusty, sand and enduro loops mean long hours in the boots, and winter mornings can be wet and muddy. A knee brace sock for Aussie riders needs to handle sweat without sagging, keep its shape after plenty of washes, and stay put through a full day, not just one moto.

That's what we design for. We ride too, and every design gets ridden in real conditions before it goes on the site.

Common knee brace sock problems (and fixes)

Socks slipping down

Usually it's the wrong size, a worn-out cuff, or putting the brace on before the sock is pulled all the way up. We've covered every cause in why your knee brace socks keep slipping.

Brace rubbing and rash

Rubbing normally comes from folds in the fabric, a sock that's too short, or a brace that isn't fitted properly. Our guide on how to stop knee brace rubbing walks through it.

Socks wearing out fast

Every sock wears out eventually, but how you wash and store them makes a big difference. Read how long motocross socks should last for what's normal and when to replace them.

How to wear them under your braces

Even the best sock won't help if it goes on wrong. Here's the order we use before every ride:

• Pull the sock all the way up and smooth out any wrinkles, especially behind the knee.
• Make sure the cuff sits above where your top brace strap will go.
• Put your braces on over the sock and do the straps up firm but not crushing.
• Pull your pants down over the braces, then do your boots up last.

Thirty seconds of setup saves you stopping trackside to fix things.

Getting the size right

Goatbrand MX knee brace socks come in two sizes, Small/Medium and Large/XL, which is the standard way MX boot socks are sized. Go by your thigh measurement and leg length rather than your shoe size:

• Small/Medium: thigh roughly 40 to 50 cm, leg length about 66 cm.
• Large/XL: thigh roughly 50 to 60 cm, leg length about 70 cm.

The size chart is on every product page. If you're between sizes, email us your measurements and we'll point you the right way.

Our knee brace socks

Every pair shares the same build: ventilated mesh, compression through the brace area, silicone-grip cuffs and thick bottoms for the boot. What changes is the design, because nothing generic is kind of our thing. A few riders' favourites:

• Ice Cold Moto Kneebrace Socks
• The Muerte Moto Kneebrace Sock
• The Ride Or Die Moto Kneebrace Sock
• Koala Kong Moto Kneebrace Socks

Want two pairs? Check out our sock combos, so you've always got a fresh pair for the second day of a race weekend.

FAQ

Do I really need knee brace socks if I wear braces?

If you want your braces to stay put and your legs to stay in one piece, yes. A proper knee brace sock gives the brace something to grip and stops it rubbing your skin.

Can I wear knee brace socks without braces?

Yep. They work as regular MX boot socks too, and plenty of riders wear them that way.

Do you ship Australia-wide?

Yes, we ship with Australia Post.

What if they don't fit?

Unworn socks can be returned within 30 days. Email us first and we'll sort it out.

Gear up

If you're over socks that slip, bunch or lose their grip after a few washes, have a look at the full range of Goatbrand MX motocross knee brace socks. Built by riders, for riders. Welcome to the Herd.