After all Arnts work on the engine we were eager to try it out and so with suitable weather for a trip north to one of our favourite Winter destinations, Bjarkøy, we couldn't resist.
Getting the cover down and up takes a bit of time but then it is very helpful so its worth it, trying to untie the ropes that are frozen can be a real pest though!
The crossing to Bjarkøy ususally takes up a good 3hours with the yamahas, but with the main engine running perfectly though it only took us 45mins! Its amazing the difference, although it can be a bit more stressful, look away from where you're going for just a few seconds and you can find yourself on something rocky!
When we arrived in Bjarkøy the marina was snow free but over night and through the next day it snowed plenty to make up for it! We keep thinking it will be the last snow but there is always another cold snap to follow, including another -5C period forecast over the next few days.
We also witnessed the brightest Northern Lights we have ever seen, briefly but just astonishing. The moon was bright and there was still light in the North of the sky but these northern lights looked like they could light up the whole sky. Unfortunately a quick dash to get a camera proved too slow and we could only catch the dimmer end of the show.
We are now back in Hagan after just a short weekend in Bjarkøy it was lovely to be back there though.
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| A decent planing speed gives out an impressive wake |
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| Not much snow left when we arrive |
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| Getting closer to a summery glow in the evenings now |
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| Not the only pleasure boaters out for the weekend, these two yachts had also come from Harstad! |
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| Merry Dancers |
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| Still a good glow in the sky after 11pm |
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| Big Snowflakes |
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| Heading back to Hagan |
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