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Are the boat covers at academy worth a crap?
Posted on 7/31/15 at 1:50 pm
Posted on 7/31/15 at 1:50 pm
Need a boat cover and not sure what to get. It's a little 17.5 aquasport bay boat
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Posted on 7/31/15 at 1:54 pm to HebertFest08
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Are the boat covers at academy worth a crap?
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Posted on 7/31/15 at 1:57 pm to HebertFest08
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Are the boat covers at academy worth a crap?
No.
I use one but I also store my boat indoors. I still have to replace it every couple of years.
Posted on 7/31/15 at 2:09 pm to HebertFest08
I keep one on my duck boat and it has held up very well.
Posted on 7/31/15 at 2:18 pm to HebertFest08
Buy a tarp it's cheaper and lasts longer.
Posted on 7/31/15 at 3:29 pm to HebertFest08
Call covers unlimited. They specialize in boat covers and do a damn good job
Posted on 7/31/15 at 3:42 pm to HebertFest08
If you want a great cover go to covers unlimited
If you want something cheap that keeps the sun off your boat use a tarp. I order about 2 blue tarps a year from tarpsdirect.com. I measured it so it completely covers all of the gell coat from the sun
If you want something cheap that keeps the sun off your boat use a tarp. I order about 2 blue tarps a year from tarpsdirect.com. I measured it so it completely covers all of the gell coat from the sun
Posted on 7/31/15 at 4:12 pm to HebertFest08
The $120 Walmart ones work well.
Posted on 7/31/15 at 7:14 pm to TheBoo
Glad someone started this thread, currently looking for a waterproof cover for a 20' boat, looks like covers unlimited it is
Posted on 7/31/15 at 8:01 pm to HebertFest08
Doesn't matter, you can just return it once it's no longer any good and get a new one. Rinse and repeat, eh?
Posted on 7/31/15 at 9:24 pm to HebertFest08
I use the basic one from academy and works just fine for me. Tie well. For your boat size you'll need a class D or an E for extra coverage
Posted on 7/31/15 at 9:35 pm to TheBoo
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by TheBoo
The $120 Walmart ones work well.
I had one from there a couple of time and they did not hold up. I ordered one from Amazon and it has lasted for a couple of years now and still looks good.
Posted on 7/31/15 at 9:56 pm to HebertFest08
Depends. Is the boat in a shed? Yeah, get a cheap cover. Is the boat out in the yard and in the sun? Buy a tarp, use silver side up, from Wally World or Lowes. Use some rubber tie downs to keep it in place. My boat is out in full sun. After eight years and two boat covers, one expensive one and one Bass Pro cover, I'm using a tarp form Walmart and it's better than any boat cover.
Posted on 8/1/15 at 8:29 am to HebertFest08
I got one from Academy...5 year warranty...they wear out in 3 years due to UV...bring back to Academy...swap out and get a new one...
Posted on 8/1/15 at 8:39 am to FrenchJoe
It isn't under a carport. It will be kept b/w here and Reggio. So, i'm not sure if I should just get the academy one or go with the custom job. I'd assume the brackish water would eat it up regardless on how much i spend? My main thing with it being down there is shite not molding up under the cover/tarp. Also, trying my best to keep those mean arse fricking red winged devils from making nest under the cover/tarp while at the camp!
Posted on 8/1/15 at 8:57 am to HebertFest08
can you sew? know anyone with a sewing machine?
you can always get a bolt of sunbrella and make one yourself
you can always get a bolt of sunbrella and make one yourself
Posted on 8/1/15 at 9:16 am to cgrand
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can you sew? know anyone with a sewing machine?
hell no
well.... i can tie a surgeons knot and suture a bit, does that count? Posted on 8/1/15 at 10:06 am to HebertFest08
I find most covers are crap unless you get a custom cover made for your boat. But those get pricey. Ones off the shelf just never fit right and if you aren't under cover already, build up with water, leaves, etc. in low spots.
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