{"id":187,"date":"2022-08-16T02:41:30","date_gmt":"2022-08-16T02:41:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/?p=187"},"modified":"2022-08-16T02:42:14","modified_gmt":"2022-08-16T02:42:14","slug":"how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prevent Blisters When Kayaking?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_45_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-64a31ed36ba66\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-64a31ed36ba66\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-visibility-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#How_to_Prevent_Blisters_When_Kayaking\" title=\"How to Prevent Blisters When Kayaking\">How to Prevent Blisters When Kayaking<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#1_Improve_the_Grip_on_Your_Paddle\" title=\"1. Improve the Grip on Your Paddle\">1. Improve the Grip on Your Paddle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#2_Prepare_Your_Hands_with_Moleskin_Padding\" title=\"2. Prepare Your Hands with Moleskin Padding\">2. Prepare Your Hands with Moleskin Padding<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#3_Apply_Layering_Over_Your_Hands\" title=\"3. Apply Layering Over Your Hands\">3. Apply Layering Over Your Hands<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#4_Get_Some_High-Quality_Fingerless_Sailing_Gloves\" title=\"4. Get Some High-Quality Fingerless Sailing Gloves\">4. Get Some High-Quality Fingerless Sailing Gloves<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#5_Apply_Topical_Solutions_to_Ease_Friction\" title=\"5. Apply Topical Solutions to Ease Friction\">5. Apply Topical Solutions to Ease Friction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#6_Use_Rubbing_Alcohol_to_Toughen_Up_the_Skin_on_Your_Hands\" title=\"6. Use Rubbing Alcohol to Toughen Up the Skin on Your Hands\">6. Use Rubbing Alcohol to Toughen Up the Skin on Your Hands<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#7_Try_Using_a_Hand_Cream_with_Aloe_Vera\" title=\"7. Try Using a Hand Cream with Aloe Vera\">7. Try Using a Hand Cream with Aloe Vera<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#8_Consider_Buying_a_Silicone_Grip\" title=\"8. Consider Buying a Silicone Grip\">8. Consider Buying a Silicone Grip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#9_Get_Yakgrips_for_Your_Kayak_Paddle\" title=\"9. Get Yakgrips for Your Kayak Paddle\">9. Get Yakgrips for Your Kayak Paddle<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#How_to_Treat_Blisters\" title=\"How to Treat Blisters\">How to Treat Blisters<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#1_Prevent_Infection\" title=\"1. Prevent Infection\">1. Prevent Infection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#2_Protect_the_Blister\" title=\"2. Protect the Blister\">2. Protect the Blister<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#3_Reduce_Swelling_and_Pain\" title=\"3. Reduce Swelling and Pain\">3. Reduce Swelling and Pain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#4_Antibiotics\" title=\"4. Antibiotics\">4. Antibiotics<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayakcountry.com\/how-to-prevent-blisters-when-kayaking\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Kayaking is a popular hobby for recreational enthusiasts and experts alike. You can enjoy the activity in a lake, river, or ocean with proper safety gear and knowledge.<\/p>\n<p>One of the most common problems that kayakers face is blisters. These bumps on the skin caused by friction and rubbing are incredibly frustrating.<\/p>\n<p>Prevention is key to avoiding blisters when kayaking. It&#8217;s best to prevent them as early as possible, with the following tips:<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Prevent_Blisters_When_Kayaking\"><\/span>How to Prevent Blisters When Kayaking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Improve_the_Grip_on_Your_Paddle\"><\/span>1. Improve the Grip on Your Paddle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Your grip on the paddle will cause blisters if it&#8217;s not comfortable and secure. Before you head out on your journey, get a paddle that fits your hands well.<\/p>\n<p>A good kayak shop should be able to help you pick out a brand and model of the paddle that will feel right in your hands.<\/p>\n<p>Keep at least one blanket on your kayaking trip if the paddle does not fit you well. Wrap the blanket around your fingers for added padding for your grip.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Prepare_Your_Hands_with_Moleskin_Padding\"><\/span>2. Prepare Your Hands with Moleskin Padding<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Blisters are unavoidable if you do not take precautions. You can keep the blisters at bay by preparing your hands before you hit the water.<\/p>\n<p>Lay out a roll of moleskin padding for the entire length of your paddle journey. When you wear this protection, your hands and fingers should be free from blisters by the end of your trip.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Apply_Layering_Over_Your_Hands\"><\/span>3. Apply Layering Over Your Hands<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Take care of your hands before you go kayaking by wearing at least two layers of clothing. A dry layer on top of a wet layer is best for maintaining blisters from forming. It might be freezing the day you start your journey, which will help keep your hands warm.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Get_Some_High-Quality_Fingerless_Sailing_Gloves\"><\/span>4. Get Some High-Quality Fingerless Sailing Gloves<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Using fingerless gloves, you can keep your fingers warm and protected while kayaking. These gloves are lightweight, water-repellent, and breathable.<\/p>\n<p>You can wear them as long as you need to keep your hands warm. To make the glove more secure, you can place a strong string around your wrists for extra support.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Apply_Topical_Solutions_to_Ease_Friction\"><\/span>5. Apply Topical Solutions to Ease Friction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can use several topical solutions on the skin of your hands and fingers to keep your skin healthy. Consider using a cream that contains calamine, menthol, and camphor.<\/p>\n<p>These ingredients reduce itching, swelling, and pain. You can also apply petroleum jelly to the spots that are likely to get blisters. Rubbing this substance into the skin will prevent blisters from forming on specific contact points.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Use_Rubbing_Alcohol_to_Toughen_Up_the_Skin_on_Your_Hands\"><\/span>6. Use Rubbing Alcohol to Toughen Up the Skin on Your Hands<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Rubbing alcohol will help toughen the skin and minimize friction when paddling. This product can keep your hands and fingers ready for action even in the coldest temperatures.<\/p>\n<p>Rubbing alcohol is a great way to keep your skin from drying out when it gets wet. By rubbing alcohol on your skin, you will increase the amount of time you spend in the water before your hands start to blister.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Try_Using_a_Hand_Cream_with_Aloe_Vera\"><\/span>7. Try Using a Hand Cream with Aloe Vera<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Aloe vera contains natural moisturizers, vitamins, and amino acids to keep your hands healthy. This is a cheap yet effective solution that you can use.<\/p>\n<p>Good hand cream with aloe vera will help you avoid blisters and keep your hands comfortable while kayaking. It will also protect your hands from the damaging rays of the sun.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Consider_Buying_a_Silicone_Grip\"><\/span>8. Consider Buying a Silicone Grip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can make your paddle more comfortable by using a silicone grip. This type of material is soft and flexible, and it provides a superior grip on your paddle. The silicone grip design on your paddle will suit the shape of your hands and prevent blisters from forming on your skin.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Get_Yakgrips_for_Your_Kayak_Paddle\"><\/span>9. Get Yakgrips for Your Kayak Paddle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A yakgrip is a paddle attachment that you can use on your kayak that improves your grip. The yakgrip will allow you to lift the kayak, steer, and balance the boat more efficiently. This is an ideal accessory for paddlers who are experienced or beginners.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Treat_Blisters\"><\/span>How to Treat Blisters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Prevent_Infection\"><\/span>1. Prevent Infection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The first thing you should do is treat the affected area with antibacterial soap and water. This will remove dead skin and prevent the blisters from spreading.<\/p>\n<p>Wear gloves made of non-porous materials like latex or neoprene when the blisters heal. These gloves will protect your hands if they need to get wet in the future. Make sure to dry your hands thoroughly before you use them again.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Protect_the_Blister\"><\/span>2. Protect the Blister<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Once you have treated the blisters, you should protect them from friction and rubbing. You can do this by using a bandage or glove that is made from thick fabric.<\/p>\n<p>This will keep your blisters protected while they heal, and it will help to prevent new blisters from forming. Over-wrapping the blisters may cause further discomfort and pain, so it is essential to use the bandage loosely.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Reduce_Swelling_and_Pain\"><\/span>3. Reduce Swelling and Pain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can relieve the swelling, itching, and pain associated with blisters by using an over-the-counter antihistamine.<\/p>\n<p>These medications will help keep your skin&#8217;s surface healthy and reduce pain. Itchy skin can lead to a condition called hyperhidrosis, which blisters will aggravate.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Antibiotics\"><\/span>4. Antibiotics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If your blisters get infected, you should seek medical attention immediately. Your doctor will prescribe antibiotics that will clear up the Infection and prevent it from spreading to other parts of your body.<\/p>\n<p>It would help if you also prevent the blisters from forming again by applying a bandage or glove made of non-porous materials.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Kayaking is one of the best ways to have fun on a beautiful day. It is an activity that requires you to be in good shape, have endurance, and have a good deal of concentration.<\/p>\n<p>It is essential to practice safe kayaking when it comes to preventing blisters. Even if you take the proper precautions, blisters sometimes form when trying to reduce friction.<\/p>\n<p>However, following these tips can successfully prevent most blisters from developing during your kayaking adventures.<\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t let blisters stop you from hitting the water and enjoying an activity you love. Get out there and enjoy the outdoors.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kayaking is a popular hobby for recreational enthusiasts and experts alike. You can enjoy the activity in a lake, river, or ocean with proper safety gear and knowledge. One of the most common problems that kayakers face is blisters. These bumps on the skin caused by friction and rubbing are incredibly frustrating. 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