Yes, this was good. It could have been better, of course, but good it was. While the weather precluded me from reaching either the South Peak or Unna Räita, I have – as noted – visited both locations on previous occasions, and what's more important is that I had a marvelous day in Nallo – that I had really been looking forward to. Now, it is true that the gloomy days also cast a gloom on my mood, but as the open skies returned so did my high spirits, several times over, and with a vengeance. It's a bit fascinating how that works...

Speaking of weather effects, there was the whiteout episode in Stuor Reaiddávággi. Possessing the necessary knowledge about situations like those and thinking up scenarios in your mind is one thing, but to actually experience them is something which cannot be substituted. Therefore, I am content that I was able to trust both my own intuition and capabilities, and my equipment – as well as my handling of that equipment. This particular event, although acute in itself, was fairly "mild" in relation to much worse emergencies that might occur, but it has nevertheless left me somewhat better off in regards to coping with such emergencies if/when they do strike.

Staying on the topic of cloudiness, I'm starting to think that the passage on Kungsleden between Sälka and Singi is jinxed. I've come that way three times now, and every time the weather has been bad. Perhaps I ought to circumvent it somehow on my next visit to the area...

Now, on a lighter note, the start of the journey was rather excellent: I really liked Teusajaure, and seeing the "Gáidum valley" was also nice, not to mention the marvelous, crystal clear views of the peaks of Sarek. Another high point was the passage through upper Visttasvággi and the sojourn in Alesjaure; after the first few kilometers, that day was pure enjoyment right up until I went to bed late in the evening. Discounting the arduous climb through the forest, the vantage point at the end of Njunesgeahči was a hit too, and the Kårsavagge cottage was an unusual experience. I must also mention Nallo again: that place is in its own league.

Finally, I was pleased to find that I wasn't bothered by the rib injury, and I had almost no trouble at all with my feet this time around either. I also note that it is quite possible to make an extended tour like this carrying less than 20 kg on the back – with some things stuffed away in the pockets of the ski dress – without sacrificing much. Furthermore, my skill at estimating the necessary amounts of food to bring is improving even more as well; I hardly had anything left when I reached Abisko. In other words, things are shaping up nicely.

When I left home, there was quite a bit of snow on the ground, but when I returned it was almost completely bare with spring well underway, so this tour definitely concluded the winter season for me. The summer season awaits, and I must shortly begin researching among which fjelds to situate the subsequent hike – most likely taking place in early August again...