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Doryman



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PostPosted: Fri Jul 13, 2007 4:43 pm    Post subject: Cover for my Alaska Series Dink? Reply with quote
I'm looking for a cover to protect my Alaska Series dingy from the sun. Would appreciate leads to any likely places. I started with Clavey and Cabelas but was not able to find anything suitable. I want to avoid the expense of a custom cover. Any ideas?

Thanks,
Warren
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 13, 2007 4:59 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 13, 2007 5:04 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Summer in Seattle was last Wednesday!!! CoolSmile

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PostPosted: Fri Jul 13, 2007 5:17 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
I keep my Alaska series in the shop when not in use.......it doesn't fill up with rain that way.
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Doryman



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PostPosted: Fri Jul 13, 2007 6:12 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Grumpy wrote:
Summer in Seattle was last Wednesday!!! CoolSmile


No kidding! Shocked But UV radiation knows no seasonal limits!

Warren
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 13, 2007 6:24 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Consider making it yourself. A dingy cover is easy to make, using Sunbrella. Most sewing machines can sew at least two layers, and that is adequate. On line dealers like "Sail Rite" have all of the material and thread that you need. You will want to use specialized needles, and the dacron, monofiliment or gortex thread; not home thread.
Great winter project!
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 13, 2007 6:28 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Warren,
UV and bird droppings !!
Not to mention other critters which love to eat shellfish

Merv
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 13, 2007 6:33 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
I believe I found a reasonably-priced cover at Inflatable Boatworks in Seattle.

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PostPosted: Fri Jul 13, 2007 7:34 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
I'm looking too. These guys seem to have a nice selection of reasonably priced covers. They even sent some swatches to help me select a color.
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 13, 2007 7:41 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
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PostPosted: Sat Jul 14, 2007 12:47 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
Adeline wrote:
I'm looking too. These guys seem to have a nice selection of reasonably priced covers. They even sent some swatches to help me select a color.


What kind of inflatable are you covering?

Warren
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PostPosted: Sat Jul 14, 2007 2:01 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
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PostPosted: Sat Jul 14, 2007 2:22 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
Should have waited a few hours for your post after finding the Inflatable Boatworks cover, which only comes in grey. Oh well, my canvas will be grey (to match my upholstery), so it all works out in the end...

Warren
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PostPosted: Fri Aug 17, 2007 12:27 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
I know several people bought the alaska series boats at the SBS. I am still thinking about replacing my dinghy.

I would like to get some feedback about the pros/cons after using them for awhile. Do you like the size you have? Is it easy enough to get on the cabin top? Have you towed it?

Thanks,
Steve
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