It’s true, Labor Day is in our wake and the mornings are starting to show the first signs of an autumn chill. But just because we’re starting to think ahead to fall maintenance and plans for winterizing doesn’t mean there aren’t a few good weeks of the season left. Here’s a sneak peek into what to look forward to in the October issue.
Top 10 Best Boats of 2026
The class of 2026 is shaping up to be an innovative mix, with new design ideas across a spectrum of LOAs. Join the SAIL Review Team for their annual preview of the nominees for this year’s Top 10 competition and get a sense of what to look forward to while perusing the docks this boat show season.
In Search of Manta Rays
Brianna Randall and her family trek off the beaten path, on the lookout for some truly special encounters with nature. The ultimate prize? The elusive Manta Ray.
The Future of Teak
Take a deep dive into one of the boating industry’s favorite materials and what the future looks like as sourcing it gets more and more difficult. Technical Editor Adam Cove talks through all the alternatives, and why they might become the new standard.
Sailing the Azores
Contributing Editor Christopher Birch and his partner slow down with a visit to the remote gem of the Azores. There, they find street art, spectacular scenery, and musings on the sanguine lives of mid-Atlantic cows.
Also in October, read about a watch change at SAIL, reviews of the Dufour 48 and XR 41, 50 years with Gill and Gori, and more!
