Boat covers??

remingtonboy

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Nov 5, 2015
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I have a 1989 alumacraft linker. It is 16ft with a 72" beam. I am looking for a good travel cover. Any suggestions would be helpful. Thanks fellas!
 

TyeeMan

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Depends on what you want to do with it, storage, mooring, travel? You could likely find a cover that will work right here at the iboats store, but I would imagine that most pre-made covers will be sized to current boat sizes, especially the beam and stern width.
The best way to go is custom made.

Do a search on boat covers, you'll find LOTS of posts on it.
 

Sprig

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Not sure what you mean by a travel cover. One for use while the boat is being towed? In any event I’ve found custom made covers fit best, last longer and protect the boat better.
 

JimS123

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My Dad's second job in the Navy was sewing canvas. After the War, his boat covers were unbeatable. Since then i have tried many, many brands. Now a Carver is the only cover I will ever own. Better than Dad's. A semi custom for your boat will be perfect.
 

TyeeMan

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Yep, by travel cover I meant something you can tow down the road. One can make a generic cover work, , I've done it in the past, but by the time you get all the extra straps and tie downs needed to keep it from flopping around strapped down you could have a custom cover on and be 10 miles down the road.
 

mlrman

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I've had two Sharkskin boat covers now custom ordered for my boat. They fit tight, handle highway speeds, are pretty durable, and have good vents. Unlike their policy however, they WILL fade in the sun. Still...good insurance to protect your boat's interior from sun and rain.
 
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