We are in the process of exploring the final stretches of the plaines between Kabelvåg and Svolvær and the bus just comes in handy now and then.
Madsvatnet, a small lake with some outstanding trees, fully embedded in a swampy area, cannot be reached by bike.
Fair winds…
Days are getting longer allowing also for longer outdoor activities under daylight. Vestre Kalle was on top of my list.
Four nations on one lake. Again, the fire was already on and Danish tour guide Bjørn, one of the many, who lost their heart to Lofoten, even had an extra cup of hot tea for me. Highly appreciated!
Fair winds…
The Grillhytta @ Stor-Kongsvatnet was long on my list for a visit and today it worked out very well during our focused snowshoe hike while preferencing lake crossing time over scenic hill views. The fire was already on upon our arrival.
My initial expectations for this hike were moderate as the actual overcasted skies were not in line with what the weather forecast promised. Fascination took completely over when some fog slowly came in. A hike under pure blue skies becomes almost boring.
The winter continues at its best.
Pixel party on Komoot.
Fair winds…
Only four weeks after the polar night period expired we are now sitting at more than six hours of daytime, the time from sunrise to sunset itself, not including the twilight periods. It’s going fast is our impression.
After two days with overcasted skies, it was time to get out into the cold. My plan for “Vatnetbiking” was hampered by not getting through the snow on the lake with my 37mm tires. No way. Have to wait until the surface will allow for my narrow studded tyres. I hope the snow will settle and get harder. Fat Bike terrain.
Another cruise to Kabelvåg was my alternative left.
Fair winds…
The activity level in January was high, despite initially limited daylight hours. It was clearly driven by the extraordinary and even for Norwegians unusual good weather. Cold temperatures and blue skies governed the whole month, no gales. It is unlikely that it will stay like this but we will take what we get.
It was at least the second best January of my life.
Fair winds…
“Height & Pile” were on our action list today for more snowshoe adventures. Two hills between Kabelvåg and Svolvær connected through a mountain ridge. In Norwegian terms, “Høgda & Haugen”. Not high at all but good training ground for us. Divers terrain.
We have taken in another flood of impressions, which will last. At the end, totally exhausted but happy. Exhausted not only from the physical exercise but also from the intense and immense beauty of this landscape under the sun.
Some sore muscles garantied.
Fair winds…
During yesterday’s cloudy rest day we have been gifted with about 20cm of fresh snow in two heavy snow flurries.
With spikes on the boots and the snowshoes on the back we made our way into Svolvær’s Lakeland for another walk on the ice. Our confidence to concquer this terrain in snowshoes is growing. Leaving the powdered tracks for short de-tours through untouched deep snow becomes normal and adds to the fun. These days are priceless.
Fair winds…
Some time back I gave a promise to myself to be out whenever the weather allows. I know by now, how The Lady looks from inside. Cozy & accomodating.
Today was another of these days with January being exceptional good-natured to us. Hardly any weather.
Before dropping the borrowed ski set at the BUA in Kabelvåg, I had to get onto the XC track. I knew from the sporet.no APP, that the gooming machine was out to keep the World Class Standard alive!
Saturday is a local skiing competition event, I learned from Knud, the conductor of the XC grooming machine.
Fair winds…
The little snow granted helps and keeps our activites going. Opening a new dimension is the common view, that the lakes are now good to go. Three trusted sources confirmed to me, that the ice on the lakes is solid enough and 100% safe. Follow the tracks for additional safety! Final consultation over a nice chat with a bypassing couple walking on the ice themselves convinced me.
It is not only somewhat of a mixed feeling but also opens a new perspective of scenery and the desire for a Fat Bike.
What’s next? I don’t know but the list remains long…
Fair winds…
A short ride on fresh snow took me out to the Feriesenter, finding a secure & suitable parking spot for the bike.
Equipped with spikes and snowshoes I was up for a short hike around Grønnåsvatnet. To me new terrain and initially not being sure if I can make it around the lake, it worked out.
Although a very short walk, it turned out to be multifaceted not only in terms of the terrain but also offering diverse and stunning views.
Fair winds…
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