I have just 400 miles to go in July, 2023. NH. and Maine. of the AT. I'm hiking for make a wish, raised $6K so far on my facebook. I have hiked 1800 miles in Merrells. Love them, but always getting very bad blisters. Tried toe socks, nylon, Darn tuff. Ultras' seem to be the most popular. But to me they seem like a sneaker, w/ little support, and flat, and not much cushion. I hear the bigger toe box is the answer to blisters on the Ultras.
Anyone w/ advice, please respond. I also can be reached at: [email protected] thank you-retired 70 yr old firefighter, Tim Andrew