Dreamboat53
Member
I bought the cover for my Hatteras 53 eight years ago and couldn't be happier with it. At the time it cost around $5K and I'm sure it'll be quite a bit more now, but having to spend $2500 each year on shrink-wrap didn't make sense. My frame is made from 2x4 and is connected with custom made connectors (basically wooden shapes and stove bolts, supplied with the cover).
I can erect or take down the whole thing in a day by myself. The structure is steep enough that it's not bothered by snow (I live in Ontario, Canada).
It was supplied by GENCO Marine in Mississauga, Ont.
The fabric breathes, which eliminates the sweating that sometimes occurs with shrink-wrap. I keep it fairly tight, so there is no issue with flapping and wearing out.
Here are a couple of pics of the boat with the frame erected and with the cover installed.
I can erect or take down the whole thing in a day by myself. The structure is steep enough that it's not bothered by snow (I live in Ontario, Canada).
It was supplied by GENCO Marine in Mississauga, Ont.
The fabric breathes, which eliminates the sweating that sometimes occurs with shrink-wrap. I keep it fairly tight, so there is no issue with flapping and wearing out.
Here are a couple of pics of the boat with the frame erected and with the cover installed.