Bimini top + convertable top or two bimini tops for my CC? Opinions?

rs2k

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Any thoughts on how to best cover a 12 x 8 foot deck that will be used for fishing on a cabin cruiser?

Right now I have a convertible top that works only covers about 5 feet of the deck right over the cockpit. The problem with this top is that you cannot stand up fully straight under it and going fast into a strong breeze can sometimes collapse it unless I have a flap up front unzipped.

I intend to either use two slightly staggered bimini tops in lieu of the convertible top or a convertible top and a bimini top for the rear portion of the deck. How well would a tall bimini top hold up to 65+ MPH relative wind?

The only real benefit I see to a convertible top is that it also keeps the wind and waves off of you. This is not too much a concern for me. It's the sun I want to get rid of.

Does anyone know where you can get one of those machines that always places a big fluffy cloud right over the sun?
 

rs2k

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Does anyone know where I could have a top like this made for my boat?

Does anyone know where I could have a top like this made for my boat?

My boat looks just like the one in the picture. This top would be great to have on a cool sunny day.... or maybe on a hot sunny day with the A/C on.
 

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jonesg

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Re: Does anyone know where I could have a top like this made for my boat?

Re: Does anyone know where I could have a top like this made for my boat?

I only know they are rediculously expensive for what they are.
The boat dealer should know who does them for their brand.
 

jonesg

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Re: Bimini top + convertable top or two bimini tops for my CC? Opinions?

I would move the bimini rearward and build a hardtop for the front.
Mark42 did one recently , in the restoration forum.
Hardtop convertible.
 

tashasdaddy

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Re: Bimini top + convertable top or two bimini tops for my CC? Opinions?

any canvas shop or top shop can make you what you need. possibly on a sliding track so it can be lowered, when needed.
 

tashasdaddy

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Re: Bimini top + convertable top or two bimini tops for my CC? Opinions?

double posting not appreciated on iboats. if in Florida, i suggest Racine Designs, Jacksonville.
 
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