re: Shade alternative in my center console

T-Topless looks pretty neat.

I second the folding T-Top idea. Not only do they provide shade, but they are an excellent place for storage and rigging. We have a box with a depth finder and cd player under the T, along with a couple dry boxes for misc supplies. Throw in a couple T-Bags for life jackets and other safety items and you've really created a lot of extra storage in your on board compartments.