How To Find Good PWC Covers

By Dylan Brodderick

This season what you need for your personal watercraft is a pwc cover. A tailor-fit or custom-made cover designed exactly for your make and model of watercraft will be the best investment you can make. You can find a cover that will custom fit just about any watercraft that you might own these days. Manufacturers, dealers, after-market accessory shops will carry a good selection, although it's probably easier to order on-line and have it shipped rather than try to find a pwc cover for your exact model in stock.

Let's talk about what you have to worry about when you are looking for a pwc cover. First - choose a perfect fit. Why does it have to be 'perfect'? For one thing, it just looks better. Secondly, a tight fitting cover protects your pwc better, especially when trailering. There's nothing worse than a loose fitting cover whipping against your boat causing wear and tear, not to mention the possibility of the 'parachuting' effect causing a hazard to you and anyone following you.

Now the second biggest thing to worry about after you've chosen a properly fitting cover, is to make sure you consider the material. Material plays a huge role in the quality of your pwc cover, and will be the primary factor in how long your cover will last and protect your pwc.

Probably the most durable canvas covers are constructed using the Sunbrella brand of fabrics. Sunbrella is specifically engineered to be fade-resistant, and durable enough to stand up to severe sun and weather condition in the south. In addition to sun resistance, the material is woven which prevents build-up of moisture and heat, thereby preventing moisture and mildew damage. The woven material also adds resistance to tearing, shrinking, or mildewing of the cover itself.

Regardless of whether you are looking for a seadoo cover, Yamaha pwc cover, Kawasaki pwc cover, a doger, bimini, or any other kind of boat cover that you can imagine, it is important to keep these two factors in mind - exact fit, and a durable material. Color choice helps to make your ride look good, but a cheap cover that looks ratty in less than a year just isn't worth skimping on.

So do you need to get your pwc cover right from the manufacturer to ensure the best fit and quality? The truth is, there are a lot of after market pwc cover manufacturers that design covers specifically for each particular make and year - so no, the best quality doesn't always come from the manufacturer. Your mileage will vary though, and you need to ensure you are getting the quality you expect, so do a little research before you choose a brand. However, if you really want your pwc brand logo on your cover, then you may have no option but to buy from the manufacturer.

So, knowing a bit more about the important factors to consider before choosing your pwc covers ? ie. 1) exact fit and 2) material durability and breathability, will help you decide whether you should invest a little extra expense in a custom designed and manufactured cover, or whether an off-the-shelf pre-manufactured cover will suit your needs. - 31512

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