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It easy to find the right boat cover for your boat. Thousands of quality boat covers are available from leading manufacturers such as Taylor Made, Westland and ShoreMaster. No matter which boat, model or year, there is bound to be a boat cover for you.

For instance, a 65/35% poly/cotton boat cover is a durable combination of polyester and cotton for minimum wear and tear. Tight construction and thread count can make this a fairly water repellent cover material. On the other hand, boat covers made from polyester substrate are more durable and longer lasting with lighter weight, and easier folding for storage. Polyester boat covers are high strength in tear and tensile in all weather and are less likely to mildew. These covers also come in acrylic-coated polyester for added water repellency (Hot Shot, Sharkskin brands).

An extremely versatile boat cover that suits all climates is a solution dyed polyester with a urethane or similar coating. This fabric is mildew and UV resistant, highly water resistant and yet breathable (Ultima, Prism brands). This is a one of the most popular types of covers because of the price and quality.

One of the highest quality boat cover material is Sunbrella, which is a breathable, long lasting water-repellant boat cover made with 100% solution dyed acrylic fibers. This material has a 35 year performance history. The proprietary woven construction allows the fabric to breathe so it is less likely to trap heat and moisture. The acrylic construction resists mildew and stains, retains color and strength when property maintained. For this reason, Sunbrella boat covers are easy to clean and the colors resist fading.

Options and Accessories:

Boat covers come in either trailerable or non-trailerable depending upon the material, the fit and the tie-down system. Some covers come with straps and some don't, be sure to look product's specifications and the accessories. Some covers have loops on which to hook straps or tie-down cords which may or may not come with the cover. Some covers have shock cords or draw cords that are sewn into the cover. Other useful accessories include support poles, air vents and reinforcing material.

Visit the Go2marine Boat Cover Selector Guide to quickly select your boat cover. Just select your boat model, brand and year. Be sure to consider options such as swim steps and trolling motors before you select your final boat cover. Custom and Semi-Custom boat covers are available from Taylor Made, Westland and ShoreMaster. Be sure select your cover carefully because most manufacturers require a restocking fee for custom or semi-custom boat covers. Also, check the warranties, they very depending on the manufacturer and material.