We are making a travel cover for our 18' C Sportsman. We have seen covers that are one layer, made of non-marking material on the inside and water resistant material on the outside. Also we see the two layer approach, with each fabric serving a distinct function.
Any ideas on which works the best?
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One Layer or Two?
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Re: One Layer or Two?
We have made a bunch of travel covers over the years and always went with 2 separate covers. One felt down to the very bottom of the boat and then the outer water proof cover just beyond the bottom edge. This way it wraps under the boat so less air is capable of getting under the cover. We use bungee cord about every 3 feet through eyelets and cinch it down tight to the trailer. It works very well.
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Owner of Maritime Classics
http://www.maritimeclassics.com
Ph# 231-486-6148
Restoration Projects:
1936 25' Gar Wood Custom
1947 Ventnor Hydroplane
1957 17' Deluxe Runabout
1948 25' Chris Craft Sportsman Twin
1959 19' Sliver Arrow Hull #75
1929 26' Chris Craft Custom Runabout
1937 25' Chris Craft Custom Runabout
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Re: One Layer or Two?
The guy that did my cover last August did the one with the one layer. I was skeptical at first, HOWEVER I trailered the boat 2300 miles to the Sunnyland show and back and there was no wear or scuffing evident anywhere.
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