SY Hullu Poro – Boating & Biking Adventures

Daytime hours

On February 3, 2026

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…

Activity Level

By Bernd

On January 31, 2026

In Norway

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…

Along the ridge…

By Bernd

On January 30, 2026

In B(H)iking, Norway

“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…

Fresh Snow!

By Bernd

On January 29, 2026

In B(H)iking, Norway

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…

A promise to myself…

By Bernd

On January 27, 2026

In B(H)iking, Norway

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…

X-ing Svolværvatnet

By Bernd

On January 26, 2026

In B(H)iking, Norway

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…

Grønnåsvatnet

By Bernd

On January 25, 2026

In B(H)iking, Norway

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…

Crispy & Chilly

By Bernd

On January 23, 2026

In B(H)iking, Norway

The XC skiing track is getting more and more icy under these ongoing chilly conditions, which makes it more and more difficult for a newbee like me to control planks and poles to keep balance and stay upright. Frozen ice even let’s the poles slip away uncontrolled now and then rather pricking into it.

The whole ski trail of approximately 17km got freshly groomed tonight, ready for the weekend. Hopefully we receive some new snow over the coming days as forecasted. Would be great.

Fair winds…

Martin Heidegger

By Bernd

On January 22, 2026

In B(H)iking, Norway

My timing was better today and the shot above represents solar noon at Stor Kongsvatnet. Slowly the sun makes it way over the hills into the plaines. The ice on the lakes is getting stronger and I have seen people crossing the lakes at dedicated places. General advice is still to stay off the ice at this point in time.

Another philosophical signboard popped up along the track. It was a bit hidden, around 10m into the bush. After digesting this short phrase, I struggeled to stay concentrated on my skis but luckily managed not hitting the ground, today (!).

The part of the groomed track done today is still in very good conditions. Only very few people are using it carefully as we all know, that without additional snow it might soon be over. The freezing temperature around -4°C will continue but new snow is desperately needed.

Putting things in perspective: Lofoten skiing season is officially from February to April. The very early snow in late November last year and now in January can be considered as a bonus.

Fair winds…

Socrates

By Bernd

On January 21, 2026

In B(H)iking, Norway

It was Socrates today, who shared another universal wisdom on the XC track similar strong as the one from Emmanuele Kant the other day. Simple, strong, very true and inspiring. Mindful. There must be more “human traffic signs” on the overall 17km track, which I have not recognized, yet.

The snow/ice conditions today were as slippery as they could be. I have never seen ice crystals growing out of the ground like grass on wider terrain. Hoarfrost on twigs and trees are not unusual but fingersized ice crystals of around 3cm covering plains and rocks definetely impressed me today.

I met the conductor of the grooming machine out in the fields. As a former sailing yacht owner our talk continued for a while until it was me starting shivering being forced to get moving again. The machine is a beast.

At some stretches of the track the green shines through and grooming will only restart once we have had more snow. On the remaining stretch the KS Ski Lofoten Team puts all efforts in to keep us going. Thank you!

Fair winds…