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Great news from DOC

Department of Conservation gives us the facts on the availability of spaces on New Zealand’s Great Walks for the coming season. You really can still book in! Don’t forget, if you haven’t already packed your Wool-it (insurance against blisters), you can still purchase Wool-it  natural wool blister prevention from most DOC visitor Centres! See the DOC […]

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Could You Be Using Wool To Prevent Toe Blisters? (Podiatrist blog)

Respected Australian podiatrist Rebecca Rushton BSc (Pod) presents her views on the use of natural wool for blister prevention. Could You Be Using Wool To Prevent Toe Blisters? Wool is a popular blister prevention product for toe blisters. It’s used mostly in the hiking community, particularly in Australia and New Zealand. So, let’s see what […]

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Top 5 Dog Friendly Trails in the Port Hills

Courtesy for Further Faster, Christchurch, Stockists of Wool-it:  Hey Team, Badger here! I hear you are interested in exploring the Port Hills a bit more… well, you have come to the right place as there is absolutely, no doubt, that the Port Hills is my favourite place to have fun with my Dad, Rocky from Further Faster.  […]

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Exciting news for UK Wool-it Customers

Wool-it is excited to announce that ULTRALIGHT OUTDOOR GEAR in the United Kingdom now stock your favourite blister prevention product! 100% natural New Zealand wool to wrap about your toes and prevent those horrid old hot spots turning into nasty painful blisters! To purchase your Wool-it now from your local UK stockist CLICK HERE.

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Wool-it magic for Lyn while hiking in NZ

Feedback from Lyn: “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 […]

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Give Away 15 x Wool-it Gift Packs

WIN with WOOL-IT ! Wool-it is Giving Away 15 Gift packs. Wool-it is over the moon to be part of the new Chooice facebook page and website and the orders have been flying out the door! To thank everyone we are giving YOU the chance to WIN one of 15 Wool-it Gift packs (valued at […]

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Wool-it – Kind to feet and the planet!

The Wool-it Team are super excited to bring you the  new slimmer, slicker, fits in your pocket, environmentally friendly 18 gm Wool-it Pillow Box We’re working hard here to phase out the plastic elements of our packaging and we’re well on the way! Wool-it will STOP BLISTERS when applied promptly to a hot spot. Simply […]

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NELSON LAKES & BLUE LAKE HIKING GUIDE FOR 2020

A great destination guide shared from Ultimate Gear Lists. At the northernmost end of New Zealand’s Southern Alps lies Nelson Lakes National Park. It is one of the most stunning alpine wilderness areas in New Zealand’s South Island, consisting of several dramatic mountain ranges interspersed by river valleys covered in dense native bush. Click here […]

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Top 5 Canterbury Waterfalls

Explore the hidden gems of Canterbury with our ‘top 5’ waterfall guide. Pack a picnic and enjoy breath-taking views, stunning walks and world-class photo opportunities. Washpen Falls Washpen Falls One hour drive from Christchurch Allow 2 hours to walk the track (moderate fitness recommended) A fee is charged which includes a track guide & use […]

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