Wanna know a secret? Try a little tape. Duct tape is cheap and it can be wrapped around a trekking pole or water bottle so it is always on hand. As we were talking about yesterdays heat sweat and friction are all enemies when it comes to keeping your feet happy. Duct tape is a great way to soothe hot spots and get yourself moving down the trail again. When your making a duct tape patch for a hot spot make sure you cut the tape into a round or oval shape. If you slap a square piece on the "corners" will snag your sock and pull the patch off. If you have a little tincture of benzoin (a kind of liquid adhesive in some first aid kits) apply it first and smooth on the patch. Make sure you get all of the wrinkles and bubbles out from under the tape and there you go! The smooth outer on the duct tape eliminates friction and its a sure fire dirt cheap fix for your hot spots.
Happy trails and see you tomorrow,
Under Western Skies
Under Western Skies is a unique Adventure travel company based in Bozeman Montana. We are new to the business but not new to the industry with nearly 20 years in the field of adventure travel, guiding and outdoor education. Raft a remote wilderness river, learn to flyfish, go horsepacking, or explore canyons in the desert southwest. Where will your dreams take you? Let us help get you there! See you Under Western Skies.
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