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The Asker Trebåtfestival features a 7-metre wooden sailboat designed by Johan Anker and built by Jakke Iversi in 1914.0:55 Originally constructed for the Europa-uken regatta, the vessel holds construction drawing number 150.0:55 The current owner, who previously sailed the boat in Rogaland during the 1970s, recently reacquired the craft.0:29 The boat previously featured a wooden mast and a small doghouse, features the owner intends to restore to maintain historical accuracy.1:35 During the festival regatta, the crew experienced a challenging start but performed well overall.2:01 Maintaining a wooden boat requires consistent care, specifically sanding and varnishing, which the owner argues is less labour-intensive than many assume if the boat is kept in good condition.2:43 The owner emphasises that wooden boat maintenance is more rewarding than working on fibreglass vessels.3:01

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