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Fixomull for protecting hot spots, and to secure a dressing if needed. I have dodgy knees, so I also carry a good strapping tape in case I need it. It's ok to say I can buy it in a pharmacy there, but that's not much help if I need it urgently between towns (for knee, or a sprained ankle...
Thanks everyone.
I'm pretty comfortable with my shoe and sock choices - I have trialled them over a couple of week long hikes, including Kokoda (hot, humid environment).
Yes, my aim is to prevent blisters, but I also want to be prepared in case I do get a nasty one.
I don't intend carrying a...
Hi Everyone
I'm getting my blister kit together, and read somewhere that padded orthopaedic felt is great for making a donut dressing around a blister to keep the pressure off it.
There seems to be a variety of thicknesses available - just wondering what thickness is ideal for this purpose...
Good on you JoeCamino!! May the shame you're feeling right now be quickly replaced by a sense of pride as you take on this journey, and may you find peace ... and so much more ... along The Way.
Buen Camino.
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