TOPIC: Another "I need a new mooring cover" thread...

I went to uncover one of my boats last weekend. [stored outdoors] Gave the cover a [slight] tug, and it simply tore, not even on a seam. Originally, I liked my "safeguard" covers, have two of em, were a decent price, heavy weight, very water tight. I even recommended them to others.

However, either winter cold, or UV light, or both, have reduced it to useless after two good seasons.

I need a decent, affordable, outdoor, mooring cover. Universal fit is fine, not sure whether canvas, or polyester, or tyvek, is the way to go. But I don't want to replace it every other year. Or, should I plan to spend $69 every few years, as even a $300 cover may tear, mildew, or suffer thread rot?

Jim, if you're going to let the covered boat sit a while outside, like over the winter, you can put a cheap plastic "tarp" over the good boat cover to protect it. Even the good $300 covers deteriorate quickly when exposed to the sun and the winter elements. The cheaper $20 plastic tarps can be replaced yearly, and will protect your good cover. It's just such a pain strapping them down, even with bungee cords! Better than buying a new good cover tho.........Just a thought.

Good point, live and learn! Harbor freight has tarps at 'disposable' prices!

...haven't heard much on this topic, figured I'd bump it, see if anybody has any suggestions... good or bad, lets hear about your finds...

Maybe you could build some kind of a permanent lean to. I know it sounds crappy but I have seen some nice carports.

Well, its gotta be year round, while the boat is in the water, as well as out...