Socks
Socks and foot care
Blisters are a fit problem. Socks, tape, and a broken-in shoe do more than a new insole slogan.
A sock manages moisture and friction. Merino blends stay comfortable when damp. A thin liner sock can help a known hot spot. It will not fix a boot that is too narrow or too long.
Tape goes on before the blister, not after the skin is already a bubble. Carry the tape you have practiced with. A waterproof sock is a cold-weather tool, not a summer default, because it holds sweat.
How to choose
- Match sock thickness to the shoe you were fitted in.
- Carry a spare pair on any overnight and change at camp.
- Stop and tape a hot spot the first time you feel it.
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