Foot CareBlister Tape for Hiking: What the Evidence Does and Does Not Show
What a 2016 paper-tape trial of ultramarathon runners shows about blister tape for hiking, which products it did not test, and how to cover a blister you already have.
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Looking after your feet on long walks: socks, boots, blisters and recovery.
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Foot CareBest Socks for Long Distance Walking: How to Choose Them
How to choose socks for long walks and multi-day hikes: fit, fiber, thickness, liners, toe and compression socks, and spare pairs by walk length and weather.
Foot CareRuck March Training: How to Build a Plan and Progress Safely
How often to train with a loaded pack, how to add distance, weight or pace one step at a time, pace and finish-time tables, and foot checks for every ruck.