In need of a boat cover?

Started by Fishless, January 22, 2025, 02:40 PM

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Fishless

January 22, 2025, 02:40 PM
Buddies boat is parked outside and his tracker cover is getting old and torn. He is wondering if anyone has a recommendation for a good quality boat cover that will last a reasonable amount of time in the sun and be a potential travel cover as well to possibly take dirt roads to some lakes keeping most of the dust off the boat itself?

Thanks
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OneBlade

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January 23, 2025, 07:16 AM
I've always seen boats with covers made by the boat manufacturer be the best, longest-lasting, and fit perfectly.  Of course, not always possible or feasible depending on boat maker.  And they are very costly. Many options out there will work for a boat sitting outside, but once you say to travel with it then a few things become important.

I've had my boat parked outside and found many options on Amazon, but there are a few things to be sure of when buying one:
* Pick heavy duty option
* Pick higher density, denier so I went with 600D last time but have gotten 1200D before as well
* Size matters....  get the right fit/style for the boat.  Too large and it'll flap around and be a problem driving in the wind
* Read warranty/guarantee in case it doesn't hold up when traveling
* Protect cover from any sharp edges like a windshield edge or anything else to prevent tearing

This is the one I bought in 2021 but I haven't traveled with it:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075STJ6CN

The straps go bad after a few years but the cover is still good no holes. The boat has been additionally covered outside using a shade sail or car canopy so usually no direct sun.

Fishless

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January 23, 2025, 10:17 AM
Matt I think he wants a custom cover for his boat made at an upholstery shop I have not had a cover made in years hoping someone has had good luck with a shop?
"I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them." John Bernard Books

Stevert

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January 23, 2025, 12:38 PM
Liberty Awnings and Shades.  480-405-7856.  That's who made the first cover for my boat.  It lasted 6 year.  High quality.  Eventually they all fall apart if kept outside not covered. 

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Stevert

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January 24, 2025, 10:52 AM
I just had them price up a cover for my 20 'Nitro.  $1.700, $2,200 if it needs to be a travel cover.  10 year warranty. 
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