How to avoid fin blisters?

I¥m headed to Cozumel in July, and to prepare got in the pool a few weeks ago for a refresher with all my gear. After only two hours in the pool, my fins gave me a nasty blister on my left ankle. I have the open foot fin style, so I don¥t wear boots with them. Anyone have suggestions on how to avoid a week of blister pain when I get to Cozumel?

I¥ve thought of water-proof band-aids, although worried the fin will just rub it off right away. Also thought about wrapping my ankle with medial tape. Are there lightweight socks out there that would do the trick?

Post by kmacdee, 6/21/2009 9:08:00 AM

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