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My 98 Nautique is my first boat and I've struggled with the boat cover issue for the year I've owned it. Since I have to store it outside, I've put the regular boat cover on it (a mid to low quality cover) and covered it with a blue tarp. For the winter time, I put a PVC framework within the boat to try and keep the cover taunt and not have puddles where water pools on the cover. This has worked semi-OK but is a real pain.
Last weekend, we pulled the boat 5 hours each way to the lake. Unfortunately, it was raining and the boat was a MESS inside and out with road dirt and grime. Yuk! I saw a guy at the lake that had a great looking cover that he keeps on it all the time, including when he tows it. He had it custom made with Sunbrella fabric at Adlee Covers Boats in Corona, CA. The cost is $1,150. That's alot of bucks, but they say it will last 8-9 years if properly cared for.
Here are my questions:
- Anyone have any experience with Adlee Covers Boats?
- Can anyone recommend a better source in the Los Angeles area?
- What are the issues with having a cover on the boat when towing? Is it about rubbing on the gel coat? Our typical trips are 1 - 6 hours each way.
-Adlee's covers go down 8-10" below the rub rail. Is that low enough? Do I need to cover lower on the boat so the sun doesn't bleach out the color on the sides? I've attached a photo of my boat. Fortunately, it doesn't get alot of direct sun where we store it.
- Is Sunbrella the best fabric to use? Is Sunbrella Supreme better for my needs?
- Any other tips or things to look out for?
It's a lot of bucks for me so I want to make sure I'm spending my bucks well. Your input is appreciated!
Last weekend, we pulled the boat 5 hours each way to the lake. Unfortunately, it was raining and the boat was a MESS inside and out with road dirt and grime. Yuk! I saw a guy at the lake that had a great looking cover that he keeps on it all the time, including when he tows it. He had it custom made with Sunbrella fabric at Adlee Covers Boats in Corona, CA. The cost is $1,150. That's alot of bucks, but they say it will last 8-9 years if properly cared for.
Here are my questions:
- Anyone have any experience with Adlee Covers Boats?
- Can anyone recommend a better source in the Los Angeles area?
- What are the issues with having a cover on the boat when towing? Is it about rubbing on the gel coat? Our typical trips are 1 - 6 hours each way.
-Adlee's covers go down 8-10" below the rub rail. Is that low enough? Do I need to cover lower on the boat so the sun doesn't bleach out the color on the sides? I've attached a photo of my boat. Fortunately, it doesn't get alot of direct sun where we store it.
- Is Sunbrella the best fabric to use? Is Sunbrella Supreme better for my needs?
- Any other tips or things to look out for?
It's a lot of bucks for me so I want to make sure I'm spending my bucks well. Your input is appreciated!
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