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Boat Cover Recommendation
Posted on 4/3/13 at 1:41 pm
Posted on 4/3/13 at 1:41 pm
I just bought a house that has no shed to store my boat. Until I can afford to have one built (which will be a while), I was planning to simply put a cover over it. Any one have any cover recommendations that can be quickly put on the boat and that will last? Boat is a 18' express bass boat
Or any other ideas to cover it so I don't have to mess with a cover holding rain water
Or any other ideas to cover it so I don't have to mess with a cover holding rain water
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Posted on 4/3/13 at 1:45 pm to SeaPickle
Try BoatCovers.com
you can probably use one of their semi-custom patterns and save a little bit of money. I have Sharkskin for my cover, its waterproof / breathable, but a little heavy. The cover on my jetski is sunbrella and is better.
Your goignto have to use the tent poles to prop up the center so it doesnt pool water when it rains.
you can probably use one of their semi-custom patterns and save a little bit of money. I have Sharkskin for my cover, its waterproof / breathable, but a little heavy. The cover on my jetski is sunbrella and is better.
Your goignto have to use the tent poles to prop up the center so it doesnt pool water when it rains.
Posted on 4/3/13 at 1:48 pm to SeaPickle
I was in the same boat so to speak.I have an xpress as well..went to bass pro and picked up this one. Have had it over 8 months and no issues at all.
Bass Pro Weathersafe Cover
Bass Pro Weathersafe Cover
Posted on 4/3/13 at 1:48 pm to SeaPickle
Like every one else in my state, I just use blue tarp. Took some PVC pipe and made a peak, and put the tarp over the top. This state wouldn't exist without blue tarp and duct tape.
Posted on 4/3/13 at 1:49 pm to Chris4x4gill2
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use the tent poles
my dad made some for his boat that fit in the seat post holes and ran down the center of the boat over the CC. I may have to make some of my own.
Ill look into those cover brands. I rather pay the high price once than having to constantly replace the cheap ones.
What im really after is a good tie down system that simple and will last
Posted on 4/3/13 at 1:52 pm to RogerTheShrubber
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I just use blue tarp
that is my dad's setup and i HATE having to deal with the tarp not designed to fit the boat so its all over the place and having to bungy cord that thing down, so i want one made for a boat with a tie down system
The PVC may be a good idea for a ridge
Posted on 4/3/13 at 1:54 pm to SeaPickle
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that is my dad's setup and i HATE having to deal with the tarp not designed to fit the boat so its all over the place and having to bungy cord that thing down, so i want one made for a boat with a tie down system
The PVC may be a good idea for a ridge
I just bought one that fit. I've got pix on my home computer and it worked great all winter. Has the reinforced eyes. Took less time to put up than many cabin tents.
Posted on 4/3/13 at 2:12 pm to RogerTheShrubber
Anyone use those corrigated metal covers? they have a metal roof and some have sides and you anchor them in the yard or to the concrete. They seem to be fairly inexpensive solution for a few years
Posted on 4/3/13 at 2:14 pm to SeaPickle
Walmart/Academy has a decent boat cover for under $75.
They have a design for a CC 18' that does a good job. If you position it right, you don't have to worry about water pooling up on one particular spot.
They have a design for a CC 18' that does a good job. If you position it right, you don't have to worry about water pooling up on one particular spot.
Posted on 4/3/13 at 3:25 pm to SeaPickle
quote:I would suggest this. My BIL used one to cover his shearwater for a couple years and it was much easier than dealing with a boat cover
corrigated metal covers
Posted on 4/3/13 at 3:51 pm to Yeti
Even with the metal carport sheds, I'd still want a boat cover. Those sheds still let in light and dirt/dust. The UV from sunlight does the most damage to a boats interior. (and exterior for that matter)
Posted on 4/3/13 at 3:54 pm to Chris4x4gill2
Well my pic wont work but yes,even under the cover I still keep a canvas cover on it. I left it off for a couple days last week and everything was yellow from the pollen
Posted on 4/3/13 at 3:59 pm to SeaPickle
I'm actually in need of a new one. I had an Endura cover that was 4 years old and was out in any and all weather, no other cover. Came with a built in motor cover and sewn on straps. Was around 200$ for a 17'.
Posted on 4/3/13 at 4:05 pm to Chris4x4gill2
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Even with the metal carport sheds, I'd still want a boat cover
yeah i would still use a cheap walmart cover. For now ill use my current cover until it isnt usable and then ill look at my budget and see what is the best option
Posted on 4/3/13 at 8:54 pm to stewie
Here's mine. Just a tarp about the right size, some PVC and it works as good as anything.
Posted on 4/3/13 at 9:38 pm to RogerTheShrubber
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Just a tarp about the right size, some PVC and it works as good as anything.
practical man
who also post some bad arse pictures
Posted on 4/16/13 at 2:17 pm to SeaPickle
I would recommend the Carver 8 oz performance poly guard. I have own one for years now and it still hold up really well. Try coverquest.com they carries Carver boat covers.
Posted on 4/16/13 at 2:19 pm to langford
for now i have the walmart boat cover with a PVC frame and its just fine, it will do, the boat isnt new, by the time i can afford a new boat, ill be able to get a shed, so it all works out
Posted on 4/16/13 at 2:20 pm to Chris4x4gill2
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Your goignto have to use the tent poles to prop up the center so it doesnt pool water when it rains.
Ive got a lake on top of my boat cover right now
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