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Jai is probably a dude and he hitched rides from Bergen all the way North stopping in Bangsund (near Steinkjer), Bodo, Tromso, Alta and Sarnes.
People might look at you a little funny, but it is possible to hitch North this late after the main tourist season, and don't let anyone tell you there is nothing to see. Total darkness doesn't really set in until mid November. Be prepared for long waits though and a good quilted, wind resistant jacket, boots, gloves and a hat are imperative (goes without saying really). May be easier with one person because keep in mind Trucks and some cars in Norway (green license plates) can only have 2 people in the cabin (driver and one passenger). Also this is low season, so you are relying on just locals mainly and its generally only people who have hitch hiked themselves once before that will probably stop. A lone traveller traveller looks more helpless and sorry, and two people looks a little intimidating for a driver new to hitchhikers unless perhaps you are a guy and girl. Not fair I know but just seems to be the way it is.
If you tire of freezing your butt off, and I am not sure if it is legal but try asking around at truck parks, loading bays, docks for trucks going to where you want. They can tell you when the truck leaves and then its up to the driver if he wants to take you. Remember super politeness and a good outward appearance go a long way. Most places didn't seem to mind me asking around and I had a lot of success this way. It works particularly well in the larger cities. Around four in the afternoon seems to be the time when divers have loaded incomng goods from that day and are leaving for a late/overnight haul to the next major city. Sure beats the uncertainty and you can get a time to plan towards and wait somewhere out of the cold. Happy trails !
