SY Hullu Poro – Page 43 – Boating & Biking Adventures

Anholt – Land ho!

On September 5, 2023

I am not sure, if more blue is possible within our current Latitudes but today was an exceptional sailing day in the Baltic under the northern sky. No clouds and 15kn of wind on the beam, no gusts. It shall stay for a few days.

We might have to stay a bit longer on this island as the predominant wind direction forecasted is from the 2nd and 3rd quadrant, which means headwinds. Not a bad place to wait.

Anholt seems to be known under various slogans. From “Denmark‘s silent island“ to “Gran Canaria of the North“. We will find out over the next few days, which one fits best, if any.

As the marina is embedded into fine sandy beaches on both sides, it is just a 2min walk to enjoy (?) a swim in the clean but fresh salty water. We did the first round tonight.

Fair winds…

NOAA – Northeast Atlantic

By Bernd

On September 5, 2023

In Denmark

We touched upon a fast moving low pressure system on our passage from Azores to Ireland and made it just in time into Crosshaven/Ireland before the music started. It was a wake-up call, which came in time for us to adjust our route slightly to play safe. Yes, we missed The Rock! ☹️

Looking at this one here a bit closer brings two conclusions to me.

1. Conditions in the Azores can be very unpleasant outside the recommended weather window for sailors. Perhaps not a good idea to stay there with the boat over winter.

2. Follow the guidelines (despite climate change) rather playing roulette out on the Atlantic. Anything can happen but the old rules are still better than no rules.

I am glad we are where we are enjoying an excellent late summer season. The weather forecast could not be better at this time of the year. Fresh air under the sun. Damned lucky again.

We will be heading over to Anholt later today for a few days. It has been Susan‘s off-peak season #1 dream destination for so many years now.

Fair winds…

⚓️…next to Sæby…⚓️

By Bernd

On September 4, 2023

In Denmark

After a lovely sail in perfect conditions we dropped the anchor for a night on 3m sand next to Marina Sæby.

There were plenty of commercial vessels lying in the roads near Skagen but this floating petrol station reminded me on our passage from Bermuda to Azores! 😅

Fair winds…

Magic Cloud – Surprise Visit !

By Bernd

On September 3, 2023

In Denmark, Trans-Ocean e.V.

It came as a surprise when SY Magic Cloud came into the marina during the late evening hours. Johannes and his crew are returning from Norway to Kiel after their summer trip.

The two ladies have met more than two years ago at the very early days of our adventure. Link! A lot to catch-up.

Fair winds…

Skagen Knallertfest 2023

By Bernd

On September 2, 2023

In Denmark

Today we ended up in the midst of 2000 plus rattling mopeds and screaming crowds at one of the various partying locations all over the place. Sold out in 24h! Glad we finished our daily boat work before. Summer goes on! 😅

Fair winds…

🇩🇰…Skagen again…🇩🇰

By Bernd

On September 1, 2023

In Denmark

We are back in Skagen, just in time for another Skandinavien weekend party. It is even busier here compared to our last stay two weeks back. Yachts are lined up in packs of four alongside. 🇸🇪 takes 1st place, 🇳🇴 2nd and 🇩🇰 3rd. Skål!

Fair winds…

Reflexions

By Bernd

On August 31, 2023

In Sweden

We have started some boat work to get the lady back into shape. Focus is mainly on cleaning and polishing, which was neglected over the last few month. Teak, GRP and stainless steel are our current focus. Perfect weather!

Fair winds…

Käringön again

By Bernd

On August 29, 2023

In Sweden

We decided to hang around a bit longer here on Käringön, one of the skerries, which seems to offer all needed to wind down. We like it.

Fair winds…

Gullholmen for 24h

By Bernd

On August 29, 2023

In Sweden

After a coffee with Lars from SY Ajite (a local HR38 under Swedish flag) we are now throwing the lines to move.

It shall be another sunny late summer day, probably the best time in the year to explore these cruising grounds.

Fair winds…

Gullholmen again

By Bernd

On August 28, 2023

In Sweden

After three days at the Open Yard and Susan‘s arrival we have now left Ellös slowly heading South. We hope for some more good late summer weather to enjoy this remarkable archipelago a bit longer on our journey.

Fair winds…