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That must be the answer. If you are using hiking poles, forearms are always away from the pockets. I never had any problems with the pockets on my Camino from St. Jean to Santiago. My hip belt pockets were stuffed with anything I thought I might need quick access to. Don't know what I would...
I've been wearing Hokas for the last 6mos on all type of terrain and they have performed beautifully. No blisters or hotspots. Hardly feel the rocks under my shoes they are cushioned so well. Very light weight also. However am wearing 1000 mile socks also which are guaranteed no blister or...
In the steep downhill situations, I would use a side to side, like skiing, technique. This takes some of the pressure off your toes as they push into the front of your shoe and reduces the angle somewhat. It worked for me.
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