Prevention & Preparation

Browse the archives and discover how to stop painful foot blisters from ruining your favourite pursuits.

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A Solution To Pinch Blisters With Toesocks: Lesson #4 From Adelaide 2019

Here's a handy alternative to relieving pinch blisters with toesocks, when toesocks alone aren't working. This is great when toe-box space is limited.

Forefoot
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Weightbearing Blister Relief: Lesson #3 From Adelaide 2019

A weightbearing blister can be devastatingly painful when you have to keep walking and running on it. Find out what you'll need to give it real relief.

Toes
DIY felt toeprop

Toe-Props For Toenail Blisters: Lesson #2 From Adelaide 2019

Toe-props for toenail blisters are the perfect solution if your toes bend over. Find out how to make your own, and where to get them custom made.

Toes
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Pre-Race Toenail Care For Runners: Lesson #1 From Adelaide 2019

Long and thick toenails are the most easily avoided cause of blisters. Here's some advice on pre-race toenail care for runners at the Adelaide 6 day ultra.

All Blisters
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Adelaide 6 Day Race 2018 Blisters (& 2019 Update)

The Adelaide 6-day race 2018 was held at the scenic Thorndon Park. The 1.42km loop with 10m elevation had a part cement, part paved running surface.

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Camino Blister Bundle

Camino Packing List For Beating Foot Blisters

Alison and her husband were preparing to walk the Camino. Being blister prone, her Camino packing list for foot blisters was going to be critical.

Toes
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Blisters Between Toes: 7 Expert Ways To Prevent

Interdigital blisters (blisters between toes) are really difficult to get relief from, especially pinch blisters. Prevention is the key. Here’s how.

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