Storage covers.

Danjenni · Posted: Thu Jul 23, 2020 12:10 am Post subject: Storage covers.

I keep my 22 CD Cruiser in a covered RV storage facility. It is not my preferred solution but it is a needs be. Thus far no issues but I would like to keep it that way. You know the old adage, “Out of sight, Out of mind.” I am looking for a canvas or other type material cover the boat. Does anyone have a suggestion as to a manufacturer of a cover designed especially for C-Dorys? Thanks for the info>

ssobol · Posted: Thu Jul 23, 2020 10:14 am Post subject:

Angola Canvas.

chipwagon · Posted: Thu Jul 23, 2020 7:20 pm Post subject:

I bought this exact one over 3 seasons ago and so far so good. Fits my 22 and keeps the snow and rain off in the winter. Probably a cheaper/lesser quality than Angola. https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00KG13M4E/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

ssobol · Posted: Thu Jul 23, 2020 8:40 pm Post subject:

Swee Pea · Posted: Fri Jul 24, 2020 6:55 am Post subject: Cover

I am looking at the same Budge cover. Big sale going on. Is there enough room to fit over a rooftop ac on a 22’ cruiser?

John
Swee Pea

chipwagon · Posted: Fri Jul 24, 2020 11:13 am Post subject:

I have a tall radar arch on my 22 and the Budge covers the cabin ok--so I would imagine an AC would be no problem.

Swee Pea · Posted: Fri Jul 24, 2020 11:39 am Post subject: Cover

Thanks.

John
Swee Pea

rshuman531 · Posted: Fri Jul 24, 2020 12:21 pm Post subject: Storage cover

We have had an Angola cover on our 22' for about 6 years and it is still in good shape. I've been through the process of buying cheaper covers for both my RV and boats and ended up with the better cover and the conclusion that I would have saved money if I had started with the better quality cover from the beginning.

Swee Pea · Posted: Fri Jul 24, 2020 3:33 pm Post subject: Cover

I have owned a Sunbrella cover since I bought my boat new (2004) and it has held up. Some pulled seams that were repaired and a patch here and there, but it has held up. But it is a HEAVY cover and a pain to take on and off. That's why I just ordered a Budge cover on sale for $275. It is not real heavy and should be easy to take on and off. My boat is on a lift in NC and I visit every few weeks, so putting the cover on and off can be a pain.

When the winter comes and I don't visit as frequently, then the Sunbrella cover will go on.

Since I have retired, I have vowed to visit and take the boat out every couple of weeks. When winter comes, the crab pots will be out of the way and I will get some more use out of the boat. At least that's the plan.

John
Swee Pea

rshuman531 · Posted: Fri Jul 24, 2020 3:43 pm Post subject:

That’s sounds like a great idea, the Angola cover is quite heavy to unfold.

ssobol · Posted: Fri Jul 24, 2020 4:17 pm Post subject:

Compared to the cover that came with the boat, my Angola Sunbella cover is way lighter and easier to put on and remove from the boat.

Danjenni · Posted: Sat Aug 22, 2020 10:55 pm Post subject:

Thanks for all the good suggestions.

Swee Pea · Posted: Sun Aug 23, 2020 8:35 pm Post subject:

itiming · Posted: Sun Sep 27, 2020 5:58 pm Post subject:

Thanks for the recommendation. I also ordered a boat cover directly from Budge last month. It is working well for my needs. I went with the 1200 denier, grey cover, SKU B-1221-X7.

It is a heavy weight nylon cover that I thought I might put under a waterproof tarp to deal with our early winters. I got lucky and my brother-in-law has winter space in his sealed garage, so I'll get to keep it under indoor storage.

It is large enough to cover the front anchor, the rear twin outboards and have room for the roof rack. It is not the softest material, so rubbing could be an issue. With the roof rack holding it up, it only rubs on fiberglass along the roof edge. Their are two air vents over the cockpit area. If kept outside with snow, I would add support in the cockpit and a strap to the front rail.

ssobol · Posted: Sun Sep 27, 2020 8:09 pm Post subject:

Need to put anti pest stuff underneath the cover. A covered boat is a very nice haven for all sorts of wild critters. It's warmer, dry, and hides them from predators.

It also helps to keep all the tie down ends away from the ground. Don't want to make it any easier for the critters than necessary.