Paddle Boat Covers – Cover Materials, Colors, and Manufacturers
Posted by admin | boat covers, Paddle Boat Covers, Pedal Boat Covers | Posted on June 7th, 2009
You have a paddle boat and you love it, but you need to protect it. The first step in your preventative maintenance regimen should be purchasing a cover for your paddle boat that will protect it from the elements. As I addressed in the last post, it is possible to buy a universal boat cover that will save you a little money in the short run, but over the duration of your paddle boat’s life, this generic cover will not fit protect your boat as well as a cover that is specifically designed for paddleboats.
When considering the purchase of a custom paddle boat cover, you need to look at the measurements of your boat. If you have never done this before, here is how. First, you need to take the measurement from the front of the boat to the back along the centerline (middle) of the underside of the boat. Once you have that measurement, you will go to the widest part of the boat (beam) and take its measurement from one side of the boat to the other on the underside of the boat. Again, these measurements are critical because they will help you order the boat cover that is right for your specific boat.
Once you have the measurements, you will need to make a decision about the fabric that you intend to use. I have found companies that make the covers out of canvas, polyester, and a cotton polyester blend. The type of fabric that you choose will depend on the climate of your location. Where I live, it is very hot and very dry, therefore I tend to lean towards a canvas that is heartier and holds up better against the UV rays from the sun. The color of your paddle boat cover will be purely a function of your own taste. Again, I tend towards a light color to help reflect some of the Sun’s energy.
I have found paddle boat cover manufacturers online that offer a whole host of extras with their covers. One site I found offers adjustable shock cord, double seams, no raw edges, rot and mildew proof threads, heavy duty web tie down loops and more. The thing to keep in mind is that the cost of the boat cover will vary based on the options you select when putting your order together. I would encourage you to spend a little time online and research the different paddle boat cover sellers and evaluate what they are selling. See if you can find reviews on their product quality and service.
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Thanks and good luck.