4 tips for hikers. From shoes to socks!

4 tips voor wandelaars. Van schoenen tot sokken!

Autumn has arrived and with it walking in the forest for example. Do you like walking or walking with your dog in the forest for example? Then here are 4 tips for you from shoes to socks to snacks!

 

1. Shoes, but which ones?

Shoes come in different types, sizes, colours and prices. But how do you choose the right ones? First it is important to think about how fanatical and where you want to walk. For example, are you going to walk a lot in the woods and on unpaved roads? Then it is smart to look for good sturdy walking shoes that are a bit higher. With these, you can walk well on unpaved and sometimes muddy paths. Are you going to walk more on hard roads? Then your shoes do not have to be higher. In any case, make sure that your shoes fit well right away. Do not think that they will wear out a lot. You are going to walk a lot in them and if they do not fit well right away you will regret it...

 

2. Which socks are really good?

Good socks are very important when walking. Socks ensure that your feet do not (or do) sweat. If your feet do not sweat, your feet stay dry, which ultimately prevents blisters. Are you planning to walk for a long time? Make sure you have good, sturdy , seamless socks made of special waterproof synthetic fiber. Do you prefer socks that fit well, do not sag and that you can also wear outside of walking? Then take a look at the ankle socks from SOLIT . SOLIT has both white and black ankle socks for both men and women!

 

3. Another blister… How do you prevent blisters?

A blister can quickly throw a spanner in the works for your walk. A blister doesn't even have to be big to hinder your walk. After all, prevention is better than cure when it comes to blisters, but how do you prevent them? Easy ways to prevent blisters are removing calluses, keeping your nails short and washing your feet with cold water without soap. This keeps your feet firm and free of irritation. Still got a blister? The best remedy is a good blister plaster to relieve the pain and prevent the blister from getting worse.

 

4. Energy with energy-rich snacks

Energy is of course very important during a good walk. Good snacks that give you energy are for example M&M's, nuts, raisins, etc. Besides these snacks, a good sandwich is of course also very good for energy. Think for example of a sandwich with chicken fillet, avocado or ham.