Episodes

  • Saga 48 // Boat Shopping
    Apr 30 2026

    The boat listings continue!
    Andy and August dissect boat listings provided by our shipmates on the Quarterdeck. In this week's episode they take a look at a Saga 48. Join us to learn how to shop for boats online, what to look for, and which boats are suited for what purpose.

    To provide your own listings and join our community, become a member at www.quarterdeck.59-north.com! First two weeks free!

    Sponsored by BVI Yacht Sales! Go to www.bviyachtsales.com to buy or sell your boat.

    HOLD FAST!

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Winter Projects on ISBJØRN
    Apr 21 2026

    ISBJØRN is back out sailing after a cold winter and a busy recommissioning period in Bergen! August talks about the projects that were done on the boat over the winter, and gives tips on winter storage and maintenance.

    Sign up with us on Quarterdeck.59-north.com to learn more!

    Sponsored by BVI Yacht Sales! Go to www.bviyachtsales.com to buy or sell your boat.

    HOLD FAST!

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    31 mins
  • Feeling 486 // Boat Shopping
    Apr 16 2026

    Could this Feeling 486 make all of your dreams come true, or is a horrible mistake?

    in this episode, Andy, Mia and August continue to review boat listings from Quarterdeck menbers. If you want to see the video version of this and see the screenshare and the photos we are discussing, sign up with us on Quarterdeck.59-north.com. As a member you can also provide your own listing for us to dissect and join the discussion!

    Sponsored by BVI Yacht Sales! Go to www.bviyachtsales.com to buy or sell your boat.

    HOLD FAST!

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • C&C 44 // Boat Shopping
    Apr 7 2026

    The boat listings continue!
    Andy and August dissect boat listings provided by our shipmates on the Quarterdeck. In this week's episode they take a look at a C&C 44. Join us to learn how to shop for boats online, what to look for, and which boats are suited for what purpose.

    To provide your own listings and join our community, become a member at www.quarterdeck.59-north.com! First two weeks free!

    Sponsored by BVI Yacht Sales! Go to www.bviyachtsales.com to buy or sell your boat.

    HOLD FAST!

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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • JoJo Pickering // Celestial Navigation Nerd-Out
    Mar 31 2026

    In this episode Andy chat with our skipper Jojo Pickering about their shared passion for celestial navigation. Are you a seasoned celestial navigator, or just looking to start learning? Either way this is the episode for you!

    Join Andy's or Jojo's celestial navigation courses here:

    https://59-north.com/events/celestial-nav-workshop-annapolis

    https://islandswiftsailing.co.uk/index.php/courses/

    Sponsored by BVI Yacht Sales! Go to www.bviyachtsales.com to buy or sell your boat.

    Join us at The Quarterdeck to learn seam'nship!
    https://quarterdeck.59-north.com/

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    54 mins
  • Custom Ted Brewer 35 // Boat Shopping
    Mar 24 2026

    Check out this sweet one-off Ted Brewer 35! This season, Andy and August dissect boat listings provided by our shipmates on the Quarterdeck. Join us to learn how to shop for boats online, what to look for, and which boats are suited for what purpose.

    To provide your own listings and join our community, become a member at www.quarterdeck.59-north.com! First two weeks free!

    Sponsored by BVI Yacht Sales! Go to www.bviyachtsales.com to buy or sell your boat.

    HOLD FAST!

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Merry Christmas and Happy new Year!
    Dec 22 2025

    A holiday greeting from the 59 North Admiralty, and a quick preview of what we've got in store for 2026! Thank you for listening to us thorugh 2025 <3

    Join the FALKEN open house!

    This podcast is brought to you by The Quarterdeck, our online sailing community! Join at quarterdeck.59-north.com for videos, articles, live sessions, and more! First two weeks free!

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    9 mins
  • The Best Boat for Ocean Sailing
    Dec 16 2025

    What really matters when choosing a boat to cross oceans? Andy Schell and August Sandberg break down the essential features that define a true bluewater sailboat, from hull design and construction to materials, keels, and the small details that make a big difference offshore. We also share some of our favorite offshore designs, and some of our least favorite!

    See the video on Youtube!

    This podcast is brought to you by The Quarterdeck, our online sailing community! Join at quarterdeck.59-north.com for videos, articles, live sessions, and more! First two weeks free!

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    56 mins