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Nike has purchased a 22-meter Dutch tjalk named Anna Maria, marking a shift from her previous focus on sailing the sailboat Santana.1:16 This antique iron vessel, over 100 years old, represents a transition toward a more rooted life on the water while maintaining a floating lifestyle.0:53 The project involves extensive refit work, including managing rust, dust, and complex systems.3:23 For the past two years, the acquisition and initial restoration of the barge remained private as the owner navigated the challenges of such a large-scale renovation.1:33 The new series, titled Roots on Water, will document this ongoing process, with episodes releasing every two weeks on Fridays.4:07 Additional raw, unpolished updates regarding the current state of the refit are available through Patreon.4:26 The project aims to reconcile the desire for remote sailing adventures with the need for a more stable, quiet home base.2:53

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