The Best Boat Covers

Would you purchase a vehicle without a roof and doors? Of course not, so why do we purchase boats without covers? Boat covers protect your investment. Covering our boats saves us money, helps the boat retain value, and just makes sense. Not sure where to start? Well lets cover the basics, mate.

Doesn't Size Matter?

We all know that size matters, but not in the way that you'd think it does. The first thing you need to start shopping is the knowledge of what boat you possess. The covers are all basically the same for all size boats, it is the material that changes and should determine the outcome of the purchase. Boat covers are sold in three different sizes: custom, semi-custom, and universal fit. Simply tell the salesperson the make and model of your boat and rather you would like it to be standard or custom fit.

The Material Is The Key.

Selecting the appropriate material is like selecting the perfect fishing rod. Start by looking at your pocket book. There are economy covers for the thrifty individuals, cost effective covers for those who want a longer lasting buy, and high quality covers for the once in a lifetime buy. Here is a list of the types of materials and a few points about them.

Poly/cotton--------------------------- minimum wear and tear------------------------ mostly water repellent
Polyester substrate--------------- more durable and lighter weight-------------- user friendly during storage(flexible)
Polyester----------------------------- high durability---------------------------------------less chance of mildew
Polyester/urethane coating----- resistant to mildew, UV, and water----------- cost effective/most popular
Solution dyed acrylic fiber------ Sunbrella resists mildew, stains-------------- high quality w/ 35yr. history

Now you have the arsenal to battle your way to the perfect boat cover. The top names I think of are ShoreMaster, Taylor Made, and Westland. They are all great on quality and pricing. If you are still not going to run out to the nearest store to protect your new recreational vehicle, try sitting at your computer. Go2marine has a user friendly website that offers free shipping. All you need to do is click on your boat and choose your material. To get more information check out enzine articles.