Blogs

The Science of the Second Half: Recovery, Longevity, and the 48-Hour Window

In endurance sports, the race doesn't end when you cross the timing mat. That moment marks the beginning of the ‘Second Half’.

The Marathon Performance Mindset: Engineering Resilience

Mental preparation is as vital as your longest training run, woven through each workout and rest day. Building mental strength helps you confront doubts and fears well before race day.

The Hands of Excellence: A Legacy of Craftsmanship

Since 1895, FALKE's story has been shaped by one pursuit: the perfect stitch. For over a century, our family business has remained true to its values, never compromising quality.

Engineered for the Elements: Our Journey Toward Responsible Innovation

For the South African athlete. Earth Day feels personal.

Runners World Article on Pressure Free

The BridgeDuring long-distance and trail running things heat up and the foot begins to swell and runners start to experience pressure across the bridge of the foot. That build up of pressure can c...

BCool Recycled Yarn: Performance Meets Sustainability

In today’s world, performance and sustainability no longer have to be a trade-off.

The Habit Behind the Distance

At FALKE South Africa, we’ve learned something essential from the running community: real transformation doesn’t happen on race day. It happens in routine.

The Rise of Athleisure in Everyday Life

Nearly 70% of people who wear athleisure use it for regular, non-athletic activities. This isn’t just a fashion trend; it’s a fundamental shift in how we dress for modern life.

Preparing for the Two Oceans

Thousands will line up at the Two Oceans Marathon with one goal: finish the journey between two oceans.  

The Cape Town Cycle Tour is on the Horizon

The Cape Town Cycle Tour is on the horizon, a true test of endurance, pacing, and preparation.

A Rewind to 1993

Read more about our history of the FALKE Asymmetric design that shaped the industry.

The Current Trajectory of the Sock Market

Socks have become the heartbeat of a vibrant lifestyle revolution, fueled by a surge of health and fitness trends over the past few years, redefining the athleisure world. In December 2025, Strava...

Over the Lesotho mountains to raise funds for children's home

OVER THE LESOTHO MOUNTAINS TO RAISE FUNDS FOR CHILDREN’S HOME On a mission to support the King's Children's Home, Martin Smith and his son, Joel Smith, went on to conquer the Lesotho mountains.The...

Lehane Oosthuizen - a Review on FALKE's New Cycling Sock Range

When your feet don’t come to mind while you’re riding your bike, it's perfect proof that your socks are simply amazing.   There are so many things that need focus while you ride your bike, whether ...

Bicycling Article on NEW Cycling Sock Range

Socks are socks, right? Wrong. Choosing carefully will help you avoid the dreaded hot foot – a cycling malady especially prevalent in our warmer climate, where it feels like your svelte carbon-sol...

BCool by FALKE

Keeps feet cool. The planet too. Our new FALKE sports socks collection are made from recycled eco-friendly textile fibres, called BCool, whilst still maintaining the same premium quality of durabil...

Keeping Fit at Home with Tyrone Ryan Professional Golfer

During this lockdown it is important to keep moving. Even walking around the garden for 30 minutes is good. - Tyrone Ryan

The Positive side of Lockdown with Clint Morris Falke Brand Ambassador

a few daily practices I initiated to get through 2 months, (thus far), of lockdown. - Clint Morris