Tip: Backcountry Foot Care

[Aaron Zagrodnick]

Blisters are a very common hiking injury. While not life threatening, they can cause a trip to become very uncomfortable, and in worse case scenarios they can slow you down significantly causing unintended consequences. I find a small first aid kit with a few specific items and some practice will eliminate most foot issues, and will quickly alleviate small problems before they get big.

Don’t get sidelined – Ted Ehrlich shows us how to both prevent and treat blisters on the trail. Read the full article below in Issue 10:

Keeping Your Feet Happy

Issue 10 Page 1

[Peter]

The first rule is to try not to get blisters in the first place!

While I recognize that some people are more prone to blisters than others, I've managed to avoid getting blisters by having well-fitted, well-broken in boots, and by wearing double layer socks so that there's no friction on my skin. Injinji toe socks worn as liners prevent blisters between the toes, and I wear Wright double-layer runners socks as an outer layer.

Just my experience.

[SPAC3MAN]

I have been happy with Leukotape, but rarely have to deal with blisters myself. It is usually the guy/gal next to me...