"Gloves in a Bottle" for blister prevention?

trecile said:

I reading a few older threads on blister prevention I've seen the product Gloves in a Bottle recommended for blister prevention. I used Gold Bond Friction Defense stick last year, and it worked well, but I really didn't like the application method, especially getting it between my toes. The Gloves in a Bottle appeals to me because it's a lotion, and not greasy at all.
I just wanted to get more feedback on this product, and how long it lasted on the Camino. Was a small 2 ounce/60 ml bottle enough?

Gracias

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trecile said:

I just wanted to get more feedback on this product,

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movinmaggie said:

You might also try Injinji socks.
They are thin socks with toes!

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alipilgrim said:

FYI, Injinji also makes thicker, cushioned running & trail socks too!

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movinmaggie said:

Good to know; I wear the thins one under Smart Wool socks...but will look into these for my walk in Scotland in May.

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Grace3808 said:

Hi Maggie. If you're already wearing two layers you might want to check out the Wright sock. It is a double layer sock and truly works well preventing rubbing. Good hiking!

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movinmaggie said:

Thanks Grace, I did wear Wright socks (over the thin Injinjis) on the CF in 2015. Near the end, the Wright sock had worn through to the inner layer. It could have had something to do with either how I walk, or the boots, which were super comfy. Ahnu mid boot. So I've been using Smart wool and am quite satisfied with them, but appreciate your post on the Injinjis trail sock.

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trecile said:

Thanks for the suggestions. The Sportslick looks, well, slick. I think that I'll add it and Gloves in a Bottle to stuff to try on my feet. I'll probably skip the 2Toms stuff, because I want to get away from that kind of applicator.



I used Wrightsocks double layer socks last year, and they worked well for me.



I was thinking about using those also. I only got one small blister last year, and it was on my second toe where it rubbed against my big toe.


That's one of the things that I find appealing about it.

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C clearly said:

The toe sleeves can be great if you have a problem on a toe. I used one when I got a blister on the outside of my baby toe. I have one or 2 in my first aid kit but wouldn't use them unless I had a sore spot - you could just as well create a different problem. You can get them in the foot care section of any drugstore, including in Spain. They are surprisingly expensive, but you can re-use them until you lose them!

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C clearly said:

How much are you walking, to be getting these problems? Have you tried thinner socks?

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Jimmy Smith said:

well here is one video. Hiking boot heel lock

But there are a few different ways and to be honest it is worthwhile looking at all the different ways and getting one or two that work for you. Heel abrasion can actually be rub the skin off your heel, and that hurts a lot. Also heel slippage allows the toes to bang into the front of your boots. I get sore on the pad jest behind my toes especially the big toe and the adjacent toe. I just bung a compeed on before I walk, if I am doing a lot of road/hard track walking. I also bung one around the bit of my heel that has rubbed in the long distant past, again before I even start walking.

The only blister I have had was in the crook under my big toe where a sock seam got me, after I put them on wrong after a break and ignored the hotspot that developed, after years of telling people never to ignore hotpots. So it was deserved punishment. I have had my heel rubbed raw in new boots that were eventually given to a charity shop, the sttching seemed to be pronounced and very hard.

Edit Running shoes can be heel locked also especially if they have a very close double lacing hole at the top.

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Jimmy Smith said:

Yeah that video should suit these Altra boots.

The thing to be careful of when adding padding is that you also use up some of room that your foot expands into, so be careful and test what you do use. Some people use plain old gaffa tape ( I think it is called duct tape in the US?) But also be aware that it is not just the big toe that hits the front of the boot as you suspect. It could be your little toe due to the actual way you place the stress on your feet. From extreme pronation to extreme supination there are loads of degrees between them, so yep taping , padding or gel inserts may work for you and your style of foot/walking. Experiment. Then you find the best solution for your feet and for your body, we are all different. And that is why one size never fits all either for trousers or blisters or abrasions.

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1. I have used these insoles in my hiking boots for several years. This version provides a lot of cushioning. They are heat moldable and come in several different configurations.
2. Tincture of Benzoin is often applied to skin before applying tape or other adhesive bandages. It really helps tape stick.
3. You may want to compare Spenco 2nd Skin with compeed. The adhesive bandage is separate from the blister dressing. It might give you more flexibility when applying to blisters. I would rather let blisters dry out at the end of the day and not leave compeed on for days at a time.

movinmaggie said:

Good to know; I wear the thins one under Smart Wool socks...but will look into these for my walk in Scotland in May.

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SimLin said:

Hi @movinmaggie - I do the same and, I am also walking in Scotland in May - are you doing the West Highland starting the 13th?

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