boat cover that works

[PuckHog]

Any recommendations for a boat cover (brand or material) that will actual repel the rain? I bought one last summer that was supposed to be water proof (isn't) and is now so brittle, to look at it will tear it. Unfortunately, I have to store my boat outdoors. It's a 15' bow runner. Thanks.

 

[crazy charlie]

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Are you looking for a tarp like cover or a semi custom fit type.

 

[PuckHog]

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I would prefer a semi-custom cover. My boat is an older 15' tri-hull, open bow w/ an outboard. I see plenty of manufacturers (here on iboats), I just don't want to buy another disposable cover (that isn't even waterproof) if I can avoid it. The old cover is set up with a post in the middle with straps to each corner to avoid any low spots where water could accumulate. I now have a brown tarp over the top of the cover to repel the water. It looks so bad I feel like apologizing to the neighbors.

 

[Chief101]

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I bought the inexpensive one on this page for one of my boats http://www.iboats.com/mall/coverfin...=31959&cover_mask_id=27942&manufacturer_id=63 <br />I doesn't fit well but it is durable and waterproof so far. The best way is to get a custom one made of course. Chief <br />Mods, sorry about the link, I hope it's ok.

 

[Pony]

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I also store my boat outside.......can barely fit a car in the garage let alone a boat.<br /><br />Those Trihulls are always difficult to get a nice fit with the cover......or at least I found that with mine. I never could really justify spending the money on custom one.<br /><br />I ended up buying a Stearns Semi-custom trailerable cove made from their Hurricane 3000 fabric. I have had absolutely no issues with it. It still looks great, feels great, and most importantly repels water AND Stains.<br /><br />From Stearns:<br />

Tough 300D polyester Hurricane™ fabric won't shrink, won't stretch,<br />and is much stronger than ordinary cotton canvas<br />Resistant to mildew and U.V. damage<br />Unique fabric coating technology resists dirt and stains while providing<br />the ultimate in water resistance and repellency<br />4 year warranty on HURRICANETM Polyester Canvas

Adjustable elastic cord sewn into entire bottom hem gives a tight and custom fit Reinforced at major stress points on the stern, windshield and bow<br />Full-cut to allow extra room for accessories such as bow rails, running lights, etc.

Heres a pic with my boat covered with it.<br />

 

[JB]

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Links to iboats are encouraged, Chief.

 

[PuckHog]

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Thanks for the referrals. I think I'll give the Stearns Hurricane a try. I like the 4 year warranty. I would imagine if their cover can handle a Wisconsin winter, a California winter should be no problem. Thanks again.

 

[Silvertip]

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Any cover, water proof, water resistant, or whatever they claim, can be waterproofed with tent waterproofing. I used to use a product called Camp Dry on my tents. I make my own covers using heavy vinyl so Camp Dry is used to seal and protect the seams.

 

[Chief101]

Re: boat cover that works

Originally posted by JB:<br /> Links to iboats are encouraged, Chief.

I sorta thought that might be the case...