[Gocamino] Advice for a new pilgrim....

[Sam Forrest]

I am leaving for the Camino Frances in about 8 or 9 days.  I'll be taking a 
train to Pamplona and then a bus to St. Jean Pied de Port.  I just have a 
few questions:

1. If anyone has been in the area, what are the current weather conditions 
for the first leg of the journey?  I am just a little worried that there 
will be snow, although I suspect it should be around 60 F, so maybe not.

2. My pack weighs around 28 lbs, which I know is a bit heavy.  I have two 
nalgene water bottles, should I get rid of one?

3.  I am not in spectacular shape (I am relatively active) but I was 
wondering if I should take it easy on the first day and stop at the new 
Alburge in Orisson (half way between St. John Pied de Port and Roncesvalles) 
or should I just trek it all the way to Roncesvalles my first day?

Any advice is welcome, and I want to thank you in advance for the 
opportunity to share ideas and tips!

Thanks,
sam~

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