If you were on the Podiensis (Le Puy route), I'd say to book in advance, but the Vezelay route will be far less populated. Still, it would be a good idea to contact the lodgings (see your guidebook) directly to 1) see if they'll be open and 2)...
Thanks @Kirkie. I guess 'improvements' are in the eye of the beholder. For example I am all for safety initiatives, so long as they do not destroy the very features which make the camino so special. (Thinking of the already excessive use of...
To me comfort is King. You are going to be carrying this pack for many days.
After my first few long distance walks I stopped worrying so much about weight and started worrying more about long-term comfort.
Your base weight looks great...
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