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  1. JerryStroebele

    Blister Treatment Strategies

    ...But the chapter on blister prevention in the 6th Edition discusses a new theory of blister causes and a new product to prevent them, the Engo patch. It is a super slippery patch you apply to your boot/shoe to prevent rubbing. Rubbing causes a blister to form when the outer layer of skin...
  2. Hilarious

    Test and Assessment of Armaskin Socks as Blister Protection

    Many thanks Dave for your very informative and unbiased review of the Armaskin socks. As always it is great to read one of your posts. I use the Armaskins personally every day when training or hiking. I wore them every day on my Camino Frances in September 2019 from SJPdP to SdC. I live in...
  3. J

    Test and Assessment of Armaskin Socks as Blister Protection

    This is interesting I just check these socks on this web site and on July 13 2018 this same text was written about the same socks! https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/test-and-assessment-of-armaskin-socks.56705/
  4. davebugg

    Test and Assessment of Armaskin Socks as Blister Protection

    ...Discussion Season, there are a couple of reposts of what I had previously written which may be helpful. I will also post my assessment of Engo anti-blister patches later in a separate thread. First, let me say that I have no vested interest in Armaskin Socks. I have never been in contact...
  5. Walkalong

    Video: How to Avoid Blisters - It Can be Done

    ...sock and the shoe. 6) Lacing techniques can reduce friction and lock the heel to prevent impact injury of toes on hilly sections. 7) ENGO patches applied to the shoes/insoles, along with 2Toms Sportshield Roll On (body glide) dramatically reduced friction and eliminated chafing. IMHO...
  6. HelenVanW

    Video: How to Avoid Blisters - It Can be Done

    ...from my overloaded pack! These gel squares are super helpful. Another item that helped us prevent friction in our hikers is a nifty product by Engo called Blister Prevention Patches. Essentially they are pliable teflon patches with adhesive on one side that you cut to fit and apply to your...
  7. AndreaCT

    Lacing - Try preventing blisters, or the dreaded black toenail, with a “Heel Lock” or “Lace Lock”.

    ...back into my brain. I have to laugh because of all the incredible scenery, the amazing people that I met and the beautiful towns and cities that I walked through, one of my strongest memories is the rock where I sat to put on my Compeed! I'll check out Engo - thanks! Merry Christmas! Andrea
  8. Camino Chrissy

    Lacing - Try preventing blisters, or the dreaded black toenail, with a “Heel Lock” or “Lace Lock”.

    I've used Compeed on my toes for hot spots and nothing oozed out, nor stuck to my socks...just saying. I'm sure Engo could be another option, although I've never used it.
  9. Theresa Brandon

    Lacing - Try preventing blisters, or the dreaded black toenail, with a “Heel Lock” or “Lace Lock”.

    I think Compeed could ooze stickiness around the edges and ruin your socks, unless you cover them with tape. Engo patches are designed to eliminate some types of blisters by covering problem areas in your shoes or boots. https://goengo.com/
  10. Banjo&Matilda

    Blisters - Is it too late to change boots?

    ...the link you supplied, this podiatrist got me through the Camino in 2018. I bought her ultra blister kit to take with me, as well as a few extra Engo patches and an extra roll of Fixomull tape (as you may note, I am extremely blister prone). I also got some 'body glide' for feet and other...
  11. W

    Trail runners: Altra or Brooks, or Hoka????

    ...Mantra 2.0s and had no foot problems. They had the perfect ratio of toe room to heel fit. Very comfortable. I taped my toes each morning and put Engo Blister patches directly on the pressure points of my shoes. (Look them up on the forums. They are very popular with pilgrims.) I had no...
  12. B

    Footwear: The Limitations of a Personal Recommendation

    Thanks Dave. I have the squeaking problem with all three pairs of Hoka's but no other shoe. I took the orthotic out of the shoe and walked around and lo and behold no squeaking. I guess the problem was the interface of the orthotic and the inside of the shoe. I'll try some silicone and see if...
  13. D

    Footwear: The Limitations of a Personal Recommendation

    ...damp, or an insole was a bit 'grabby' against the sock as it moved against the insole. You might have some luck, if that is the cause, using Engo Anti-Blister patches attached to the upper surface of the insoles. They make the sock-insole interface 'slicker', which could reduce the 'violin...
  14. martin1ws

    Blister and injury prevention

    ...pace! walk "your" distance, not more! start your camino slowly! * (maybe) poles --- * the answer to your question: Advanced Blister Kit (with ENGO Blister Prevention Patches) ... but I do not think that you need to carry all of these things. There are pharmacies where you can buy most of it.
  15. O

    No Blisters over 560 Km (or any other foot issues)!

    My Altras were comfortable until I got plantar fasciitis. I blame them.
  16. Elle Bieling

    No Blisters over 560 Km (or any other foot issues)!

    ...the liners from Injinji. This time I did not. Now I feel that two socks just make my feet too hot. But my friend wore them, and didn't use the Engo patches and also got no blisters. It all depends on you and your feet. Everyone is different, so you will have to experiment and see what works...
  17. Globalroaming074

    No Blisters over 560 Km (or any other foot issues)!

    ...they are inevitable. Your post gives me new hope and I’ll be following your suggestions to the letter! I have just one question regarding the Engo patches - from what I’ve seen online they apply to the shoe and not your foot, is that right? Was it difficult to apply the patch to the toe cap...
  18. O

    No Blisters over 560 Km (or any other foot issues)!

    I liked Altras until I got plantar fasciitis from wearing them on a 3 mile pavement walk. They offer no support.
  19. T

    No Blisters over 560 Km (or any other foot issues)!

    Welcome home. Can’t wait to read your blog!
  20. F

    No Blisters over 560 Km (or any other foot issues)!

    Nothing as good as experience, isn’t that right. Elle? Great to hear from you, and many people will benefit from your experience, which you adapted from that of others. Such is the forum. Hope all went well for your trip home.

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