breaking in my boots

[sully26]

hi i passed my prmc a couple weeks ago and start rt on the 2nd october.
as you know, they issue you with a pair of boots. i just wated to find out the different ways of breaking in the boots so when i get down ctcrm my feet dont get huge blisters on.

if you could post different ways of breaking in boots i would be very greatful thanks, sully

[Wee Willy Winkie]

theres lots of different tried and tested methods eg soaking them fully then putting your feet in letting the boots mould to your feet. Generally the easiest way i believe is to start off by walking in them and build up to running in them after all thats what you'll be doing when down there. im sure others will be able to tell you more accurate ways. www

[y did i leave]

Just where them as much as possible, even walking around your house, providing there clean.

[terryrat]

Yes im afraid the only answer is to walk in them and a bit of jogging unfortunately i got my boots on the second day so it was a case of break them in whilst the screaming sculls tried to break me in and i won, good luck with the course though

[Artist]

Whats been written really.

Put them on with your socks and then climb into a bath of hot water. Once soaked keep them on so that they can mould themseves to your feet. Another tip is to wear two pairs of socks. This reduces the chances of getting blisters.

Artist

[harry hackedoff]

We`ve covered this before, many moons ago so try search.
The two best methods both involve getting the boots saturated and running in them whilst they are dripping wet. Method one is the Artist version, hot bath, soak boots, go for a run. At the end of the run apply stacks of kiwi but don`t try shining them, you want the leather to absorb the kiwi and then leave them in water till the next day when it`s back in the hot bath again. Repeat for as many days as you like, but a week is generally long enough. The wet leather will assume the shape of your feet and the kiwi will replace the oils washed away by the hot water.
Method two is almost the same except you need a bucket of urine to soak the boots in. This method is as old as boots are. The uric acid in piss breaks down stuff in leather which gives it stiffness. Stale piss was used for centuries to prepare hides so it`s not as daft as it seems.
Mostly, I just used hot water but when I was a racing snake I prepared a pair of DMS using piss. Those boots are still like the softest kid leather.
Ref blisters, Bootnecks have more idea about the prevention of blisters than anyone else. One thing causes blisters and one thing only. Friction. Eliminate as much friction within the boot and you will reduce the chances of blisters. Avoid any sock with nylon like the plague. I use two thin pairs of pure cotton for most things and for long distance walks I use a thin silk inner pair with cotton outers. I`m not saying I`ve never had blisters, I`ve not had many though. Break the boots in and elliminate friction and you`ll be fine.

[Wee Willy Winkie]

got me a pair of 1000 mile socks. no blisters for 1000 miles or within 10 years or money back went to the lake district with them for one week and they were quality.

[Artist]

Truth be told I wore two pairs of socks whilst in training. I was told that I looked daft wearing them on me head. I hate being Dyslectic I feely don't. Checked me Wa*k Account the other day..........Not good at all.

Artist

[Pilgrim Norway]

Had to check the date on this one .....

Yupp - Urine - and Mink Oil as in H's detailed plan....

Fill the first, often...... don't drain
Use the latter, externally, often

Works on Drizabone hats too - softens 'em a treat - ( drain before using )

Don't borrow your oppo's boots

[euro_andrew]

I was told having sex with your boot and ejaculating in them works a treat! The natural lubricator in your sperm loosens the leather.

Do a different boot each night for a week.

[Foxtricks]

Put them in the freezer for 3 days after you have swamped in them that should do it...

Foxtricks...