National Geographic Outdoor Tips: How to Avoid Blisters

The Adventurer's Handbook
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How to Avoid Blisters

Spray your feet with Toughskin, a tacky spray used by athletic trainers, says veteran adventure racer Will Burkhart. Then apply a silicone-based lubricant such as Hydropel. Mid-weight wool socks round out his system.

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•	Introduction
How to …
•	Avoid an Avalanche
•	Avoid Blisters
•	Beach a Kayak
•	Bike Up Steep Trails
•	Build a Fire When It's Wet
•	Climb Higher
•	Cross a River on Foot
•	Fight Altitude Sickness
•	Find Your Way
•	Fix Gear in the Field
•	Haggle for Anything
•	Hike Lighter
•	Keep Warm on Frigid Hikes
•	Leave (Absolutely) No Trace
•	Make Tastier Backcountry Grub
•	Melt Snow to Drink
•	Paddle With Power
•	Predict the Weather
•	Put on Your Skis
•	Run Off-Road
•	See More Fish When Diving
•	Ski Faster
•	Slide Down an Icy Slope
•	Slip a Bribe
•	Stick to the Rock
•	Swim Rapids
•	Swing a Machete
•	Take Better Photos
•	Telemark for Real
•	Wipe Out on a Bike