16/02/2025
Our introduction to the Lofoten Islands was interesting to say the least!😂
A good amount of weather in last night meant plenty of fresh powder on the roads, the main roads being gritted were confidence filling and we could keep a decent pace however the smaller roads meant ice under the fresh powder and certainly took more concentration.
First off the road was Simon in the 4x4 Sprinter, this narrow back road means locals try and dominate you and getting too close to the edge means there’s only one way to do, down!
A quick recovery meant back on the road within half an hour and no damage done. Within a mile from that however I experienced the same thing, a crazy local coming at me in the middle of the road meaning it was him or the ditch as I wasn’t stopping!
Much deeper and steeper this time meant recovery was difficult and took a lot longer however we managed in the edge using some sn**ch blocks and two winches!
However, later than day we stopped for some much needed food and found out I made the local news!😂 Over here, members of the public get vouchers for things in return for reporting things so I had no chance of hiding it!😂
These things happen, I bet most guides wouldn’t allow photos of even mention this, but it’s the reality of how quick these things can happen and to anyone no matter the experience. No one was hurt, minimal damage done and memories made, that’s exactly what it’s all about!
Spending tonight replanning routes and enjoying a beer and the northern lights show over the town! Lets hope this hasn’t affected our schedule to make it to Nordkapp🤞
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