THE BEST BOAT COVERS - 2020 EDITION

A new decade is upon us and this means an opportunity to start fresh with new goals and new outlooks on life. Perhaps you are looking to find new hobbies or a new job. Whatever the new year and new decade may bring you, above all, we hope it brings happiness.

One aspect of life that brings a lot of happiness is outdoor recreation. If you are a boat owner, or thinking of buying a boat this year, there are a few things you should know.

First of all, get ready to have a lot of fun taking that boat out on the water, whether you are an angler, a water skier, or just along for the ride.

Second, a boat is definitely in danger of ruin without a good boat cover. A boat cover is a necessary part of boat ownership, and here is why. If you are storing your boat outside all year, a boat cover protects your boat from:

• Falling twigs and branches
• Fading and cracking from the sun
• Bug and bird droppings
• Water damage
• Theft

If you are storing your boat inside, you will also find great value in a boat cover. Boats stored in garages and warehouses run the risk of getting dinged by people passing by and suffer the accumulation of dirt and dust.

National Boat Covers carries semi-custom boat covers, style fit boat covers, mooring covers, pontoon covers, dingy covers, and more. We have compiled a list of the best boat covers, breaking down the benefits of each brand, so you can choose the right one for your boat.

WINDSTORM ELITE: POWERHOUSE SUNBRELLA PERFORMANCE FABRIC 

Why It’s the Best Boat Cover 

Customers love the WindStorm Elite for its 100% genuine Sunbrella fabric that is solution-dyed so it won’t ever fade over time. You can clean it with bleach and leave it out in the sun for years and it will maintain its vibrant colors. And maintaining color is especially nice for WindStorm covers since they come in 16 eye-catching colors.

WINDSTORM COOLTECH: BOAT COVER OF CHOICE FOR HOT ZONES 

Why It’s the Best Boat Cover 

If you live in Arizona, Florida, or the desert, you are going to want a WindStorm CoolTech boat cover. The WindStorm CoolTech boat cover features Aqualon Edge material that is 100% waterproof, and its added Perfecta Marine technology offers unrivaled heat reduction, deflecting 30% more heat than other fabrics. In addition, the unique venting system includes two large built-in vents that prevents hot air from being trapped inside the cover. Whether you live in an area that rains a lot or is bombarded with high temperatures, the WindStorm CoolTech is the best boat cover choice for extreme weather conditions.

WINDSTORM: QUALITY + LOW PRICE = VALUE

Why It’s the Best Boat Cover 

WindStorm boat covers are the best fitting, longest lasting, semi-custom boat cover on the market today. All of National Boat Covers brands offer a semi-custom fit based on a comprehensive drop-down menu where customers choose the perfect fit based on a menu selector for make and model boat. Customers love the WindStorm because it’s made from Marinex boat fabric that is waterproof and solution-dyed for long-lasting color. . . all this at a low price point. Your boat and your wallet will thank you.

SILVER CLOUD: GREAT FOR TRAILERING

Why It’s the Best Boat Cover 

The Silver Cloud series boat cover is trailerable and made with 600D polyester with a Durapel coating technology that repels water and UV rays. Silver Cloud is our lowest priced cover, but it still has many of the great qualities of the other boat covers we carry.  The over/under trailering strap kit makes this a good choice for those boat owners who like to take their boat covered on the road.

If you are looking for a winter boat cover, or a year-round boat cover, hopefully you agree with the importance of a properly fitted boat cover made with durable, quality waterproof fabric. A boat cover has to fit snuggly enough so that there is nowhere that you have extra cover that needs to be folded to take up the excess. It is in these folded areas that moisture gets trapped, creating mold and mildew.
All of the National Boat Cover brands offer boat covers that specifically fit your boat, whether you are cruising an aluminum fishing boat, bass boat, cruiser, ski boat, or pontoons. We cover it all.

NATIONAL SAVES YOU MONEY 

National Boat Covers’ offer the best boat covers because of quality and value. You don’t need to invest in a custom cover. For a great price, you can buy a semi-custom cover that fits like a custom cover and will protect your boat from the harshest weather.

When buying a boat cover, be sure it meets the following criteria:

• Waterproof
• UV protection
• Custom-like fit
• Outdoor performance fabric
• Good warranty
• Extra credit: nice color palette to choose from

These are the key features that you should look for when purchasing a cover for your boat. A boat cover may be a sizable investment, but certainly an investment whose dividends pay off well. A boat cover offers tremendous protection for your boat, and its contents.