Valkyrja is in the water! We just came back from Boothbay Harbor where Valkyrja had been launched and we met her for the first time. It sure was a pleasure to finally see her. She even let us sleep in the cockpit, after we had done a bit of cleaning. The survey revealed that the engine runs perfectly and the sails were in good shape. The sea trial was a joy; she took us for a smooth 6 knots ride in the Indian summer breeze of 8.5 knots. She sure was happy to be sailing again after the years in lay-up. Now she will sail to Newport where she will be refitted.
Some photos from the launching and the seal trial:
