Bruised Ankles when walking
Q. I have a problem with my (relativley new) walking boots.
After about an hour or 2 of walking I get what feels like a bruised inner ankle bone - yet there is no visible bruising.
It's agony! Any ideas?
Lindsey Richards, Winchester
A. Sounds like the Scree Cuff is to high for you and/or you have the very top of your boot tied too tight round you ankles. Try slackening it off a bit or don't include the topmost eyelets/lugs when you lace your walking boots up.
If the problem persists, invest in new boots with a lower scree cuff. A specialist walking gear shop should be able to advise you.
To see which bit of your walking boot constitutes the Scree Cuff - see the diagram on our Walking Boots Gear Guide pdf available from our Walking Boots Gear Guide page.
Hope this helps
Mike (Editor)
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