Boat covers from iBoats - any good?

[aharper00]

I'm in need of a new cover before snow gets here and have been looking around. iBoats has some covers and I'm considering getting something middle of the line. I realistically am looking for something that will last 3-5 years as I'll likely look to upgrade the boat in about that same window.

Does anybody have any experience with the shape or quality of the covers? Fit and finish alright?? They have my boat but for some reason I am concerned that it won't fit and I'll be out of luck. Fingers crossed. Before committing I figured I'd check on other people's experience.

Also, can I use my old poles with the new cover? Do they have sleeves that the poles slip in to or do I need something special?

Thanks!!
2000 Monterey Edge 180

 

[oldjeep]

Re: Boat covers from iBoats - any good?

iBoats sells the same brands as everyone else. Have a specific cover you are looking at?

 

[aharper00]

Re: Boat covers from iBoats - any good?

iBoats sells the same brands as everyone else. Have a specific cover you are looking at?

Am considering the Travel Tuff cover with the following specs. Only comes in grey but that doesn't matter. I'd like it to last 3-5 years, strap down (would love to trailer with it on) and have bungee's or something that pulls it tight. Cost is $364.

Warranty: 5 year limited warranty
Colors: 2 colors available
Weight: 13 oz. coated marine polyester
Material: 100% polyester
Fabric Breathability: Fair
Durability: Good
Water Repellency: Good
Mold & Mildew Resistance: Good
Fade Resistance: Good
Suggested Use: Mooring, Storage and Travel

 

[ricohman]

Re: Boat covers from iBoats - any good?

I do not recommend the iboats Aqua Shield (Carver). It won't even keep dew out let alone rain.

 

[aharper00]

Re: Boat covers from iBoats - any good?

I called them to chat about options. The lady I spoke with was fantastic, great customer service. She recommended the Sharkskin Plus which has similar specs to what I was looking at but was a little less expensive. My current cover has sleeves that the support poles slide in to and this new cover won't have that (none of them do from what I could tell). I went with a couple poles that snap to the cover with an adhesive "snap patch". We'll see if that works well or not, fingers crossed. My old cover is ripping at the edges and is very frail, it'll be good to replace it with just about anything at this point. If this things lasts 3-5 years I'll be happy.