Hard to believe it’s pumpkin time—which also means boat shows time—and the October issue of SAIL magazine has the latest in new models making the rounds. Here’s a sneak peek of what else you can expect in this issue—don’t forget to stop by our booth at the U.S. Sailboat Show in Annapolis to get your copy and say Hi!
SAIL Top 10 Best Boats Nominees for 2025
In this roundup we outline 19 new models coming to Annapolis that we’re testing and reviewing for Top 10 Best Boats status.
A Eulogy for Alliance
When the J/122 Alliance became the first boat ever lost in the Newport Bermuda Race, SAIL Managing Editor Lydia Mullan was among the nine souls onboard.
Passages: Cape Horn and Beyond
In this exclusive excerpt of her newest book, legendary sailor Lin Pardey describes all that has changed—and all that has not—in her return to long-distance sailing after six years and the loss of her husband and sailing partner of 50 years, Larry Pardey.
Pole Dancing
Want to sail fast, easy, and stable downwind on passage? Learn to sail with a pole. SAIL Offshore Editor Andy Schell gives the step-by-step.
Cold Storage
In the water or on the hard, winter storage is a matter of choices. SAIL Contributing Editor Christopher Birch gives the rundown on the pros and cons of each.
Into the Deep End
A shakedown passage across the Bay of Biscay in a new Lagoon 450S proves challenging and empowering.
Plus…Reviews of the new Hanse 410 and NEEL 52…a love affair with a Kelly-Peterson 44…the historic schooner Bowdoin sails the Arctic again…fun racing at Newport Safe Harbor Race Weekend…and more!
October 2024
