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My wife and I did the C/F in '22 with Altra lone peak mids- only issue was the lack of a rock-plate. the new model has a thicker mid-sole = so that issue has been eliminated. Altra's are the #1 choice of hikers doing the PCT and the Appalachian...
Well you nailed it, "it depends", on your foot, the anticipated weather, your experience etc. However since you are focused on your ankles let me add one more thing. I've noticed some people wear a style of sock that ends just below the ankle...
Labruge? There is a public albergue and a couple of guest houses. I stayed at Casa da Praia one year.
https://www.gronze.com/portugal/oporto/labruge#albergues
Before you get to Labruge you pass Praia de Angeiras where there is a big camping...
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