How to Walk Pain-Free to Base Camp
A simple blister can ruin a $5,000 trip. Friction and moisture are the enemies. Here is the strategy to keep feet happy on your Everest trekking journey.
Wet skin is soft skin. Soft skin blisters. Change socks at lunch if your feet are sweaty. Air your feet out whenever you stop. Dry feet survive the Mount Everest expedition trail.
This rigid tape is better than duct tape. Pre-tape your heels and hot spots *before* you start walking. Prevention is better than cure. It stays on for days.
Learn the 'heel lock' lacing technique. It stops your foot from sliding forward on descents, preventing toe blisters. Essential for the long walk down from Everest Base Camp.
If you feel a rub, stop. Fix it now. Don't wait until the next teahouse.
