What type of boat cover should I buy?

[SkeeterZX225]

Does any one have a recommendation on what type of boat cover I should buy? I have a 2001 Skeeter ZX 225 SC with a Yamaha Vmax 225 HP on a 12” jack plate. I want a cover that I can trailer and I also want it to cover my motor, it will also be used to store my boat outside in the winter. I have looked at the sharkskin iboat covers and they seem good ($340). I have also priced out custom covers from a local place in MN with similar material ($450). I am willing to spend no more than $450 and I want something that will last and fit tight maybe even fit with my pro poles on the boat but that is not a must. I know I’m being picky but I would be interested in hearing about your covers and the pros and cons with them. Any advice will help thanks to everyone.

 

[paulie0735]

Re: What type of boat cover should I buy?

If you are storing it outside in the weather than you need 2 covers, no other option! A good travel cover must breathe so the result is good ventilation but poor weather protection. That’s where you need the second one, which needs to be a heavy canvas type material mounted on a frame similar to a V-tent to ensure good air-flow around your boat. When it’s in storage fit both. You have a very nice boat, don’t scrimp a few bucks, do it right.