Goodby
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Topic: Goodby
Posted By: Stormsvalen
Subject: Goodby
Date Posted: 06 September 2025 at 20:16
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Dear forumites, After 16 happy years owning a 400e, we've decided to downgrade, given the fact that normally we're only two and a dog on board. So we've bought a Nordship 35 which suits us perfectly for our sailing. I've enjoyed reading all your entries about all sorts of topics . and all your wise advice. This is truly a treasure trove of knowledge about our boats - and everything in them  . Fair winds and happy sailing to all of you! Peter ------------- 'Stormsvalen' Hanse 400e DEN 167 |
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Posted By: Captain Cook
Date Posted: 06 September 2025 at 22:43
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Hi Peter You may recall, that I bought your North Sails 140% Genoa some 15 years ago.  Since my wife is not as agile as before, I have to sail alone most of the time, so I am also considering downsizing my 400 to a smaller model. With 3 reefs in the main, a roll/reef genoa (15 years old) and a bowthruster I can stil manage solo-sailing, but maybe a smaller Hanse will suit me better. (Younger Hanse-owners with a smaller Hanse are welcome to send me a PM with suggestions of a possible exchange).... On my 400 I have a decal, which is a copy of a coin from very old viking age. It shows the God
of the Sea, Freyr with the Holy Horse. Freyr (and the Goddess of Love, Freya) are
children of Njord, a Vane God of the winds. The text in runes "LaukaR"
is a magic formula to protect the boat against danger. The
observant rune-reader will notice, that the last rune is "Algiz" ="z", which looks like the antlers of an elk.
This, and the fact that the runes are upside down, and connected by a
line, makes them magic runes, and the Algiz (Elk) rune is a token
against all dangers.The decals for Freya cost me 40€ for 5 pieces. -So now Freya is protected against all evil!  To assure pleasant winds for your new boat you may consider placing a decal on the bow to please the ancient gods of Scandinavia. :-) Sailors Salute :Kjeld ------------- Freya H400 #27 (2006),2-cabin, 40HP 3JH4E, 3-blade Flexofold, Aries LiftUp Windvane, Exturn 300, Jefa DD1,Simrad NX40,Icom M603(VHF)+M802(SSB) |
Posted By: Stormsvalen
Date Posted: 07 September 2025 at 09:41
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Hi Kjeld, I do remember and I hope you have enjoyed using it. We're happy with our new somewhat smaller boat, so go for it!Best regards Peter ------------- 'Stormsvalen' Hanse 400e DEN 167 |