VIM & VIGR Launches Go Explore Compression Socks with Travel Expert Sherry Ott

July 10, 2025

Enter to win a dream hiking trip to Ireland plus travel gear

Missoula, Mont. (July 10, 2025) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – VIM & VIGR, maker of stylish and comfortable compression socks for all walks of life, launches the Go Explore graduated compression socks with professional travel blogger, solo traveler, and lifelong explorer Sherry Ott. In celebration, VIM & VIGR is also giving away a dream Ireland trip, for the traveler in all of us.

All Vim & Vigr socks, including the Go Explore graduated compression socks, are developed in partnership with vascular surgeons and listed with the FDA. They have been shown to increase circulation while reducing swelling and muscle fatigue to increase leg health and help to prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) which can occur during long haul flights. Available in 15-20 & 20-30 mmHg compression for everyday wear, Go Explore features a premium Merino wool blend for comfort and graduated compression from ankle to calf with a contoured leg and heel (MSRP $38).

Merino wool offers many travel benefits with all-natural year round temperature regulation and odor control. Warning: Fun airplane graphics may lead to unexpected smiles and conversations with fellow passengers.

To celebrate the launch, a travel giveaway is open for entries (July 11-31, 2025). One lucky winner will receive an eight day self-guided hiking trip for two through Ireland’s stunning countryside including accommodations from Ireland Walk Hike Bike, $1,000 toward airfare and “Go Explore” compression socks from VIM&VIGR, LOWA Renegade EVO GTX Mid hiking boots and sun protection from Wallaroo Hats.

“After a near-death experience from a blood clot after a long-haul flight, I became passionate about helping travelers stay healthy on the go,” said Sherry Ott, founder of Ottsworld.com. “Compression socks are my go-to travel essential, so I partnered with VIM & VIGR to create their first-ever travel-themed sock—designed in my brand colors and stamped with my personal mantra: Go Explore. It’s more than a motto—it’s how I move through the world.”

“I met Sherry Ott in a chance encounter over 10 years ago at a tradeshow in Salt Lake City,” said Michelle Huie, Founder at VIM & VIGR. “A natural connection formed when she shared her story about suffering from a blood clot (Deep Vein Thrombosis) during an international flight. Her near-death experience ignited her advocacy around wearing compression socks when traveling. Over the past 10 years, we’ve partnered together on various educational initiatives and are so excited to finally launch a collaborative design with her! The Go Explore design promotes the importance of wearing compression socks while traveling and is perfectly incorporated into our custom Merino Wool blend fabric. I’m hoping that travelers will see the Go Explore socks when they’re packing for their next trip and are reminded to take the extra step to wear them for a safer and more comfortable travel experience.”

Learn more about the benefits of compression socks while traveling or to order a pair of Go Explore socks please visit www.vimvigr.com.

About VIM & VIGR:

Based in Missoula, Mont. since 2013, VIM & VIGR designs and manufactures the highest-quality compression legwear to energize legs, reduce swelling, and alleviate achiness and heaviness. VIM & VIGR’s primary focus is to create true graduated compression socks, tights and sleeves that provide unparalleled fit, reliable compression and unique designs. Available in three compression levels, four fabrics and six sizes, VIM & VIGR products give people from all walks of life the support to work, play, travel and recover with vigor. For more information, visit vimvigr.com or follow @vimvigr.

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Catherine Donovan

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