# Backpacks & Blisters (Second Edition)

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2017
- **BGG Rating**: 6.5
- **BGG Rank**: #13863
- **Players**: 1-6 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 20-60 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Gary Dicken, Phil Kendall, Steve Kendall
- **Artists**: Marco Primo
- **Publishers**: Ragnar Brothers
- **Categories**: Exploration, Racing
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Network and Route Building, Point to Point Movement

## Verdict
If you enjoy a breezy race through the lakes while juggling snacks, this game hits the spot.Fun hand managementVivid regional mapQuick playtimeBlisters can hinderLimited deep strategyRECOMMENDED

## Description
Backpacks & Blisters (Second Edition) puts you in the shoes of a Lakeland walker, ready to tackle a full day of trails starting from the picturesque market town of Keswick. Each player begins with a pound in their pocket and four cards in hand, which dictate how they spend money on chocolate, refreshments, bus tickets, or ferry rides. The real challenge, however, lies in the steps: steep climbs, valley descents, and the inevitable pain of foot blisters. Equipment cards help mitigate these hurdles, but each lunch or tea break reduces the hand size, forcing strategic choices. The goal is simple – be back in Keswick before six p.m. – yet the path is packed with decisions about when to sprint, when to refuel, and how to manage your load. The vibrant, full‑colour board depicts the region at a regional scale, allowing you to plot routes, build connections between points, and move point‑to‑point. The second edition also includes a cloth map as a Kickstarter stretch‑goal reward, perfect for collectors. With light rules (weight 2/5), playtime ranges from 20 to 60 minutes, and it supports 1‑6 players, making it a solid pick for families, friends, or solo sessions. If you’ve ever dreamed of being an arm‑chair rambler, this game delivers the feel of exploration and racing without the actual sweat – although paper blisters might feel surprisingly real.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
1 to 6 players, solo play included.

### What is the typical playtime?
Between 20 and 60 minutes, depending on player count.

### How complex is the game?
Lightweight (weight 2/5), perfect for beginners and families.

### What components are included?
Full‑colour regional board, equipment cards, action cards, money tokens, and an optional cloth map (Kickstarter reward).

### Do I need prior experience with hiking games?
No, the rules are straightforward and the theme explains itself.

### Can I play solo?
Yes, the solo mode offers a resource‑management challenge.

### Are there any expansions?
No official expansions yet, though the designer hints at possible future add‑ons.

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