Blisters

[Will_m]

Developing consistent and significant blisters under the ball of my feet when rucking 75+ at a fast (for me) pace between 15-18 minutes a mile. Start developing them around mile 3.

Without a load, I don't get hotspots. Anybody have this issue and a remedy?

 

[LaHunter]

What type of footwear/socks are you using during your rucks?
What type of terrain & elevation changes?

 

[cdowell]

Have you given lueko tape a try? Might not stay on well but its worth a shot. When you put a load on your back your bodies center of gravity naturally drifts forward, putting more pressure on the pads of your feet instead of your heal.

 

[Lelder]

Amazon.com : TUF-FOOT Liquid Foot, Hoof and Paw Protection - 7 oz : Pet Paw Protectors : Pet Supplies

Amazon.com : TUF-FOOT Liquid Foot, Hoof and Paw Protection - 7 oz : Pet Paw Protectors : Pet Supplies

www.amazon.com

It might seem a little unorthodox but I posted the link above to TUF FOOT it’s for animal paws but is safe for humans I start spraying it on my feet about a month before the season starts and it really toughens them up. It does temporarily turn your feet a little yellow

 

[Jasper17]

I'm thinking theres something wrong with the boots/footwear like proper fit. Had a friend that had ok boots but any length of hike would cause blistering, and with a load it was worse.

 

[tttoadman]

When you have weight on your feet, I think you need to avoid "rolling" over your feet when you walk. I had this issue until I bought solid boots with PU insoles. Stiffer boots also makes you stride smaller which naturally puts less action on the balls of your feet. You are more likely to pick up your foot and put it back down. If you in a hurry, turn your feet over faster, but keep the strides short. I use liner socks. My boots are Lowa Tibets, Lowa Hunters, and La Sportive Nepals.

 

[Akicita]

Yup^^^^

When you have weight on your feet, I think you need to avoid "rolling" over your feet when you walk. I had this issue until I bought solid boots with PU insoles. Stiffer boots also makes you stride smaller which naturally puts less action on the balls of your feet. You are more likely to pick up your foot and put it back down. If you in a hurry, turn your feet over faster, but keep the strides short. I use liner socks. My boots are Lowa Tibets, Lowa Hunters, and La Sportive Nepals.

Yup^^^^^ - I'm a Scarpa guy when packing weight

 

[mparry]

Leukotape is the best for blisters!