There are a huge variety of cover products available for purchase, and they all seem to have different purposes – so which do you need, and why? Of course it depends on how often you use your boat, what you use it for, and how much money you have to spare!
The biggest and most important cover available is the boat cover, which should seal the entire boat. Ideal for storage (both in the docks or during mooring, or even in a carport or garage), these covers protect from the wind and rain, snow and sunshine. They come with several types of fastenings – ranging from eyelet and cord to snap-fastenings to Velcro.
Another popular cover is the boned or framed cover-structures, which are added to the boat to create more living space. These covers are tent-like, with a (usually) flat roof and two or three walls. They protect from the rain and sun, and increase the size of your ‘below-deck’ area.
Smaller covers have a number of purposes. Wheel covers protect wooden wheels from UV and salt damage, and all wheels from overheating in bright sunlight. Instrument or panel covers keep out the elements to ensure your vital equipment doesn’t malfunction. Additional covers are also available for cushions, seating and bedding. Ultimately, the best solution would be to have a combination of large and small covers that can give you peace of mind while away from the boat, and keep you safe and protected from the weather when out on the water.
The biggest and most important cover available is the boat cover, which should seal the entire boat. Ideal for storage (both in the docks or during mooring, or even in a carport or garage), these covers protect from the wind and rain, snow and sunshine. They come with several types of fastenings – ranging from eyelet and cord to snap-fastenings to Velcro.
Another popular cover is the boned or framed cover-structures, which are added to the boat to create more living space. These covers are tent-like, with a (usually) flat roof and two or three walls. They protect from the rain and sun, and increase the size of your ‘below-deck’ area.
Smaller covers have a number of purposes. Wheel covers protect wooden wheels from UV and salt damage, and all wheels from overheating in bright sunlight. Instrument or panel covers keep out the elements to ensure your vital equipment doesn’t malfunction. Additional covers are also available for cushions, seating and bedding. Ultimately, the best solution would be to have a combination of large and small covers that can give you peace of mind while away from the boat, and keep you safe and protected from the weather when out on the water.