Where can I buy Wool-it?

Wool-it is available all over New Zealand and now even in the US.
For a detailed list of locations and searchable map, see our reseller page.

Stop Blisters Wool-it is a local Christchurch product.
Text or email Katey : 0274328866 or [email protected]

Can I buy Wool-it in the USA and save on international shipping fees?

YES!

Wool-it is now available directly from Garage Grown Gear!

Is Wool-it Re-useable?

If you are walking more than 3 or 4 hours a day Wool-it will compress and not offer the same benefits a second day. However, Wool-it can be re-used as extra padding in the heel of your shoe or under the ball of the foot as a felt pad in-sole.

How heavy is Wool-it to carry?

Wool-it is very light! A bundle sufficient for 3-5 days walking weighs just 18 gm. It compresses and then can be ‘teased’ back to its bouncy state as it gets aerated before applying.

Will it carry my back pack for me?

No!

Can I use Wool-it once I have a blister?

It is ideal to use Wool-it at the first hint of a ‘hotspot’. However, sometimes we realise too late. Manage the blister with your preferred method of drainage, apply some antiseptic and cover lightly with a clean gauze. Wool-it can then be packed on top to prevent further friction. Do not apply Wool-it directly to broken skin

What is the largest Wool-it pack available?

Wool-it Whopper is a substantial pack of 80 gms of wool. Ideal for the family expeditions, a long haul trek, outdoor education leaders to take ‘for the team’, amputees and diabetics. ( Please email if you have a more specific requirement for a large amount of Wool-it and we will be happy to help you.)

Do you send Wool-it outside NZ?

Wool-it can be sent anywhere ! The international postage rates are available on the site. If your destination is not covered there please email [email protected] and we will send you the specific information.

Living in the USA and need to Wool-it?

Wool-it is now available directly from Garage Grown Gear!

Is Wool-it difficult to get through customs?

Your package of wool-it is washed and carded 100% natural New Zealand wool. It is the same category as sending a ball of knitting yarn or a pure wool garment.

How do I dispose of Wool-it?

Wool-it is biodegradable. Peel it out of your sock or stocking at the end of the day and as a natural product it is ‘green waste’.

Testimonials

Gwyneth Carlaw

I used "wool it" for my walk across Spain on the Camino de Santiago. I found it be invaluable. Every morning before I began my days' walk, I would wrap it around my toes and on any pressure spots from the day before. I didn't get any blisters at all, which I'm told is almost unheard of on such a pilgrimage. I'm running in the Sydney city to surf and will use it on a toe issue I currently have. I would highly recommend it to everybody for use on lengthy walks or runs.

Robyn & Rosey Doyle

We walked the Camino May 2015; The Way of St James across the top of Spain, 790k. A few days before we left for this wonderful walk, we were very lucky to find out about a new product to help in the prevention of blisters using wool fibre to tuck into hot spots in your socks. We used this daily on areas where we know we get blisters from other hikes and any hot spots that developed. During and at the end of the Camino we came through with no blisters and our feet being in great condition. We used vaseline daily and the wool fibre together. We are sure the wool fibre made the difference in the comfort of no blisters and from now on we will always make sure we have some Wool - it on hand ready to take on all our hikes. This is a lovely product and recommend other hikers try it and keep some on hand with their gear.

Esther and Angus Mabin , Hawkes Bay , 2015

We walked a section of St James Way -part of the Camino de Compostela. We chose the section from Conque to Cahor in the Mid Pyrenees. We walked for 7 days from18-28 kms a day ...150 kms in total. We both had comfortable well broken in walking shoes but both started to get blisters. The Wool-it 'wonder wool' was a lifesaver - it eased the pain and helped the healing process. We didn't stop at the first hint of pressure pain and so had blisters to drain that night with a sterile needle and painted on betadine. The following morning we carefully padded them with tufts of Wool-it - quite literally bliss for our blisters. We replaced the wool as needed . We met a few others with crippling blisters literally carrying around a pharmacy with them.. this is unnecessary and not nearly as effective.... just carry a little packet of Wool-it... Get them early and blisters will be averted - a little later and they will be simply sorted!! We told lots of people about your fabulous product - THANK YOU!

Josh Johnson

Wool-it saved my feet both hiking in Nepal and climbing in New Zealand mountains. Don't leave home without it!!

Ina Kinski

General Manager / Igtimi Ltd

I didn’t get a chance to say “thank you – it worked!” on the weekend. I had the wool around the front of my toes and no problems on the spot that I usually get a blister, followed by toe nail death! Excellent, am getting ready to tell all my running friends! I found the mountain mission hard, and as far as I can tell today, my feet are the only part that’s NOT sore !

Celia B

All good until last few hours of 3rd day when my left heel started to niggle and I should have stopped! However, I put Wool-it in my boots on the 4th day and miraculously completed the track in comfort thanks to Wool-it.

Lyn H

Wool-it! I love it! If only I had started using it on Day 1 of the Kepler. I could feel 2 small blisters and just walked on, suffering. Day 4 was sheer BLISS - with blisters but not discomfort because I used Wool-it. For future NZ tramping 'apply Wool-it early'.

Vero

Imagine hiking without the fear of blisters and hot feet. It is possible - Wool-it did it! Thanks.

Lyn Townsend

Strategic Advice and Mediation Services

I was given a package of Wool-it as a part of a welcome kit with Active Adventures. I am 61 years old and suffer from osteoarthritis and other foot issues. My biggest challenge leading up to the trip was to find a way to shelter my feet from blisters and parts in need of padding. Wool-it is incredible. I was able to discard all the other foot solutions I had brought with me and simply used Wool-it to wrap the sensitive areas from chafing in my boots. This product is a miracle for hikers and this view was shared by many on the trip and since I have returned to Canada.

Robyn

Christchurch

I bought a small pack of 'Wool-it' by chance at the local pharmacy before embarking on walking the Kepler Track over New Year this summer. I didn't know if I would need it but figured it was light and compact so there was nothing to lose. By the end of the first day, my tramping buddy began to get the start of a blister on her foot so for the second day she spread out some of the wool against the hot spot. It was a long day's tramp and by the end of it she announced that she was sure the cushioning of the Wool-it had made a difference - no blister had appeared. On that basis, at the start of days three and four of our tramp, we both liberally wove the wool between our toes to provide extra cushioning. Voila! No blisters! I took a photo to show what the wool looks like after a day's walking with it between your toes - magic little sheaths for each toe. I am now happily recommending Wool-it to my other tramping friends. Robyn

Mikayla R

Very late appreciation post but endless thanks to Wool-it , Stop Blisters for contacting our Oxfam team all the way from Christchurch and sending us free blister-prevention wool product to support us on our walk! Considering my weak ass gets blisters after a 30 second walk at the gym we literally wouldn't have been able to do the full 100km without it. Highly recommend their wool and can't express enough how thankful we are for Katey's kindness ! Please check our their page and support them the way they supported us xxx

Treka Trail

Ambassador to Stop Blisters Wool-it

Ambassador to Stop Blisters Wool-it. Adventurer, trail blazer, blister free, caring for the environment and saving soles. Follow me on instagram: #Trekatrail www.woolit.co.nz

Esme Palliser

Richmond, Nelson NZ

Hi ....just arrived back in NZ after walking the Portuguese Camino from Lisbon to Santiago de Compestela....all up around 650km. I used Wool-it & although ( given the state of fellow pilgrims feet) I kept anticipating at least one blister - this never eventuated. I did recycle the wool-it most days - just teasing it out at the end of the day all ready for the next. So thank you Wool-it.....I'll continue to sing your praises for this great product! Best wishes, Esme Palliser

Stella M.

Purchased a Wool-it pillow box before setting out on the 3 day Rakiura track thinking the product might be good. Well, it's better than good! My feet ended up in better condition than before I started the 3 day track. Feet felt so soft and pampered. Ended up buying the Wool-it Whopper and have never looked back. This product is a must for any long walks. Thankyou Wool-it!

I hate housework Amazon.com

Dallas, Texas, USA

5.0 out of 5 stars Love this stuff This is my favorite stuff for preventing blisters. Mole foam slides around if you can make it stick. This wool is so much easier and much more comfortable. It makes my meanest heels bearable. And I stuffed it in the pointy toes of lower heels and was able to withstand those during 8-hour days working in retail. Give it a shot.

CB -Amazon.com

USA

5.0 out of 5 stars and I know it will work just great. I am so happy to have found it. I used a product similar (it may be the same) to this about 15 years ago when hiking the Milford Track in New Zealand. I bought this to use on the Camino de Santiago in September, and I know it will work just great. I am so happy to have found it.

Furlong (Amazon.com)

USA 2019

Keeps toes dry and blisterless. After seeing wool for blisters that I friend had, I ordered this to use on my backpacking trip where each day was about 11 miles. I tend to get blisters on top of my toes. I wrapped those little tootsies up preventatively, and did not get one single blister.

HL Lim (Amazon.com)