Trek Tip of the Week - June 17 - BLISTER PREVENTION

Trek Tip of the Week #10: - Blister Prevention: The best way to prevent blisters from forming is to have broken-in, good-fitting shoes and dry, moisture-wicking, synthetic socks. It also helps if you have been walking and conditioning with the shoes and socks you will be wearing on the trek. If you are prone to blisters, apply bandaids, duct tape, or moleskin prior to walking. If you notice a small pebble, dirt, or debride in your shoes, stop and remove it immediately. At the first sign of a “hotspot” (heat, pain, tenderness, discomfort), apply moleskin- available through your Ma & Pa. For recap of previous Trek Tips, check out the blog at http://parleystrek.blogspot.com/