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Footbeds for Walking and Hiking Boots

Q. I have noted with interest the queries about new boots rubbing etc.

Like many people my right foot is larger than my left, at least a half to a full shoe size (due to a bunion) so I accept that properly fitted boots by a trained boot fitter is required.

Due to my left foot slipping in the boot I have had a number of blisters - I've tried all the lacing techniques, re-tightening after a while, plus and minus inner socks, all leave my feet feeling that they are in a clamp.

What is the general opinion of 'footbeds' would these help to make my walks more comfortable?

Alan Lever, Barnsley, South Yorkshire

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A. I would suggest one of two options. One being the Footbed option, the other being a tongue depressor. Both would reduce the volume in the boot help prevent slippage. Also certain companies can stretch boots to allow for bunions so in future a oversized boot would not be needed.

 

K S,

 

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