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Beat blisters while skiing
Ski boots can be stiff and uncomfortable, and walking in them is frequently awkward. This can quickly lead to some nasty blisters if you're not careful about preventing them. Luckily, there are only a few simple considerations you need to make to ensure that this doesn't happen on your next tip. If you've suffered from blisters while skiing in the past, follow these instructions and you should have a much easier time getting through the trip without having to deal with them again.
1. Keep your feet dry. Moisture can lead to slippage and friction, especially if you're moving around a lot. In turn, this can quickly lead to blisters. Always be sure to start your day with dry liners in your ski boots. If your trip lasts multiple days, be sure to dry them off every night before turning in so that they're ready to go in the morning. Make sure you air dry them by physically removing them from your boots to ensure they don't keep any moisture through the evening.
2. Change your socks. Although there was a time when it was necessary to wear multiple pairs of socks at once, those days are long gone. Today, you can find warm and comfortable socks without any problem, so why not bring along a few extra pairs? You're naturally going to develop hot spots in certain areas, simply because they're seeing the most stress. If you change your socks every few hours, you can help combat them before they develop.
3. Secure your foot. If you feel a hot spot starting to develop, you can preempt the development of blisters by tightening your boots. You'll move a little bit slower, but it can help keep your foot in place, which will slow down or stop the development of blisters. Friction tends to be the primary cause, so cutting back on it is the best way to go about saving yourself from discomfort.
4. Powder up. Bring a special absorbing powder with you and apply it to your feet before putting your socks on in the morning. You can even use corn starch in a pinch - the goal is to absorb any moisture before it has the chance to stick to your skin and cause problems.
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