Dr. Scholl's did good

Spider! · 06-29-2009, 02:01 PM

I went to a two day scenario last weekend on short notice. The insoles of my boots were worn out and I kept getting deep blisters in the last few games. Rather than risking the complete break in of some new boots, I bought some Dr. Scholl's sport insoles. After two days in 100+ weather and a lot of walking (some running

) I didn't have a single blister.

I wasn't "gellin'", but they did good.

J0UN1N · 06-29-2009, 02:09 PM

yeah they work pretty well. i just wish they had a little thicker cushion on the heel.

Shiba-Kun · 06-29-2009, 02:12 PM

Yeah, I use insoles on the majority of my shoes. I have pretty flat arches and do a lot of standing on conrete floors. The insoles are a blessing!

Jaan · 06-29-2009, 02:15 PM

I gotta say I like them too...I wear them in cheap boots to make them more comfortable, and when I spend a lot of time on a concrete floor.

Uranus · 06-29-2009, 02:48 PM

I use the memory foam ones, I love them.

Spider! · 06-29-2009, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jaan

I gotta say I like them too...I wear them in cheap boots to make them more comfortable, and when I spend a lot of time on a concrete floor.

Yeah, mine are cheap, but I like them a lot. I think the insoles cost at least half the price of the original boots. I had to put some real (Danner) strings in them too.

"Buy cheap and mod" is a state of mind, I guess.

Shiba-Kun · 06-29-2009, 02:54 PM

The ones I have are from sporting goods stores. For me, the "gel" type insoles seem to last the longest and give me the most comfort.

I used to think they'd trap moisture (STINKY!) in my shoes, but I guess I have enough shoes to rotate among them and it hasn't been a problem at all.

Azzy · 06-29-2009, 04:24 PM

I find the "work" versions do much better support and cushion wise than the "sport" versions. I also find that anything with memory foam just means it flattens to rock hard where your feet touch down enough to the ground.

ApoC_101 · 06-29-2009, 09:31 PM

stay away from the gel insoles. I found them to be totally terrible in every way. foam is way better.

Sgt Hollywood · 06-29-2009, 09:41 PM

Just in case people aren't doing this and since I just found out a friend was only going to bring a pair of socks for a scenario weekend!

People! Bring several pairs of socks and change them out throughout the day, your feet will thank you!

Even if you only bring three pairs and swap them out every hour and rotate them (wear swap air dry etc etc) it'll make a world of difference. It'll cut down on blisters, foot itch and overall foot wear and tear.

Just ask any prior service member who's humped around the world, they'll agree.

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Spider! MCB Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Houston, TX	Dr. Scholl's did good I went to a two day scenario last weekend on short notice. The insoles of my boots were worn out and I kept getting deep blisters in the last few games. Rather than risking the complete break in of some new boots, I bought some Dr. Scholl's sport insoles. After two days in 100+ weather and a lot of walking (some running ) I didn't have a single blister. I wasn't "gellin'", but they did good. __________________ My Feedback

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Azzy Passing through rider Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Finleyville, PA	I find the "work" versions do much better support and cushion wise than the "sport" versions. I also find that anything with memory foam just means it flattens to rock hard where your feet touch down enough to the ground. __________________ Bryan "Azzy" Spiegel Riverside Renegade Paintball / C.C. S.V.S. Plankowner - LPPC#6 "It is my right to be uncommonâ€”if I can. I seek opportunityâ€”not security. I do not wish to be a kept citizen, humbled and dulled by having the state look after me.... â€ - Dean Alfange

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Sgt Hollywood ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: NYC	Just in case people aren't doing this and since I just found out a friend was only going to bring a pair of socks for a scenario weekend! People! Bring several pairs of socks and change them out throughout the day, your feet will thank you! Even if you only bring three pairs and swap them out every hour and rotate them (wear swap air dry etc etc) it'll make a world of difference. It'll cut down on blisters, foot itch and overall foot wear and tear. Just ask any prior service member who's humped around the world, they'll agree. __________________ Sgt. Hollywood's feedback Mini collection Old School VM68 Mag with PPS Stab, dual bottle (rear and slant. Ported valve and Starfire Bolt (alum), tweaked springs & Lapco Cocker adapter. Pneumatic Design Storm Oddball marker but fairly accurate. Phantom 6",11 & 14"" DanW .45 Grips SC hori feed now VSC, Shoed up. PGP Blinging, Classic AutoMag (mini) "Tactical" custom, Trracer Rifle in the works, 2k+VF WGP cocker, 2 Trilly Pump "Sniper" conversions, 3 Trracers

06-29-2009, 02:12 PM	#3 (permalink)
Shiba-Kun Post Whore Join Date: Sep 2006	Yeah, I use insoles on the majority of my shoes. I have pretty flat arches and do a lot of standing on conrete floors. The insoles are a blessing!

06-29-2009, 02:54 PM	#7 (permalink)
Shiba-Kun Post Whore Join Date: Sep 2006	The ones I have are from sporting goods stores. For me, the "gel" type insoles seem to last the longest and give me the most comfort. I used to think they'd trap moisture (STINKY!) in my shoes, but I guess I have enough shoes to rotate among them and it hasn't been a problem at all.

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