Topic: The Best Boat Covers of 2022 (Read 152 times)
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This bargain-priced option does well for theft-deterrence and minimally inclement weather.
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Boaters who are not going to co*bat extreme weather but who want to keep the sun and rain off of their boats will find great value in this remarkably versatile and well-fitting option. It’s more than just a tarp, as the package includes double-stitched seams, an elastic cord throughout the bottom hem, and air vents to prevent the inside from beco*ing a terrarium. Probably not ideal for long-term storage in a blizzard, or for trailering, but this inexpensive cover will pay for itself the first time it protects your boat from prying eyes, rodents or a nasty rain storm.
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A step up from the bargain-priced covers, with more features and more weather resistance to show for it.
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This heavy-duty cover, which co*es in multiple lengths, beam widths, and colors, is a step up from the basic models that co*e at a fraction of a price. It’s immediately obvious why—more heavy-duty materials and a greater thoughtfulness about rub points and durability. As opposed to some of the less expensive covers, I might feel co*fortable trailering with this one at 70 miles per hour, and be confident that it holds in the right places. At the very least, it will excel if you keep your boat outside in places where there’s either heavy snow, strong sunshine, or both.
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Why It Made the Cut
Bargain priced but wraps your boat up tight for light-duty protection
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Although this cover is bargain-priced and only has a limited number of straps, it fits remarkably snug on a wide range of boats, even if you’re loaded up with deck-top accessories like bulky trolling motors or graphs. It doesn’t have as many straps for full customization as some of the others in its class, but it does have an elastic bow strap and reinforcements at the windshield, where the trolling motor lies, and at the corners. That means your boat will be protected for both the short term and the long term.
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This cover is the bridge between universal fit and truly custom, providing greater protection than the former at a price lower than the latter.
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For boaters and anglers who need 12-month protection through a range of conditions, this cover co*es in at a price below many of the truly custom options, yet with many of the same features. It’s reinforced and padded in the right places, so it protects your boat against the elements and any other interlopers and can be trailered long distances with the confidence that it won’t result in scratches to fiberglass, aluminum, windshields, or graphs. Granted, the price isn’t insubstantial, but if it alleviates the fear of major damage or disfigurement, it is well worth it.
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Why It Made the Cut
Lots of mid-and upper-grade features in a super bargain price
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There are quite a few co*parable and semi-customizable boat cover options at the bottom end of the price spectrum, and this cover offers lots of features that are only standard in covers at two or three times the price. Those include reinforcement strips and double stitching that will allow it to prevail over semi-inclement weather. Probably not the best choice for trailering or if you live in an area with consistent blizzards or hail, but this does the job and will pay for itself in no time in areas with only occasional bad weather.
This assignment to write about the best boat covers could not have co*e at a better time for me. I’d just taken delivery of my 2022 bass boat but due to the supply chain issues that have plagued just about everyone for the past two years, my cover was going to be delayed by four or five months. An uncovered boat just wouldn’t fly, either when staying at a lakeside motel, or when taking my boat back to the dealership for a few after-the-fact add-ons. I needed that new carpeting and glistening gel coat to be protected from prying fingers and the spring rains that plague our area. At the same time, I didn’t want to invest a lot in a short-term solution. That left me in a position to put some lower and mid-range options to the test for short periods of exposure.
Yes, you should cover your boat in the winter to keep it clean and prevent mildew or rust. You’ll thank yourself co*e spring.
600D means 600 denier and is a measurement of the nylon’s thickness.
Boat covers typically range from $100 to $1,000 depending on materials and boat size.
The best boat covers protect your investment at home and on the road. They also keep down the amount of cleaning you need to do between uses. That’s why smart boat owners have a cover on their boat anytime it’s not in use.
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