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Johan and Malin are planking the hull of their 50-foot sailboat using Western Red Cedar strips, a process that requires over 3 kilometres of wood.0:32 The project began in mid-April, with the hull planking currently reaching the waterline midships.16:28 The stern section presented significant challenges due to a 90-degree twist in the strips over a 4-metre span, requiring extensive clamping and careful epoxy management.10:29 To maintain symmetry, the crew worked to bring both sides of the hull to an even level.16:22 Future work involves navigating tighter radii in the bow, which may require splitting strips to ensure they conform to the hull shape.17:25 Johan is currently designing a temporary, cost-effective scaffolding system with a budget under $500 to facilitate the remaining work and the eventual fibreglass application.9:47 Between construction sessions, the crew maintains the farm and hosts local excursions, including rail bike rides near Gyllebu lake and trips on a historic train between Sancto Olof and Brersap.1:26

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