Keel Protection

[Paul Witt]

Has anyone tried the Keel Guard or Keel Shield product? I was wondering if they are worth the $125 price tag for a piece of plastic.

 

[roscoe]

Re: Keel Protection

Yes they work, protect glass boats and aluminum boats as well.<br /><br />If you use the search function at the top of the page, search for "keel guard" or "keel shield" and you will find many testimonials.

 

[rogerwa]

Re: Keel Protection

I put one on last summer because the previous owner had beached the boat and worn through to the glass. I put marine tex over the glass to strenghten it and then put the KG over that. It looks great and I can now beach with confidence..<br /><br />Check out sailnet.com for the best price. They sell them for dinghys but it is the same product. The 6ft oyster KG cost me $101 w/free shipping last year..

 

[Franki]

Re: Keel Protection

Hi guys, <br /><br />I have never seen one of those, but the idea appeals to me...<br /><br />Do they reduce the streamline of the hull any???<br /><br />my keel at the front and the very back has had a hard life and could use some protection...<br /><br />regards<br /><br />Franki