Trailerable Boat Cover — Heavy-Duty Waterproof Tarp for 14–16 ft Boats

Reviews

1. P PC 3/5

   Fits fine but not actually heavy-duty

   The cover fits my boat well, but it isn’t the heavy-duty, triple-layer product I expected — it’s closer to a thin tarp. A basic blue tarp I had was thicker. It arrives with a storage bag and straps as noted, and is acceptable given its low cost.

2. R RigidRoger 5/5

   Two-week check: holding up well so far

   Owned for almost two weeks and it’s been excellent through heavy rain and sunny days. Fit was right for my 18' boat, has remained waterproof and dries quickly. Very happy with its performance in the short term.

3. S Scottness 5/5

   Fits like a custom cover — no pooling

   Far better than I expected based on photos. It hugged my hull perfectly, covering bow to stern and side to side like it was made for the boat. The first rain after installation left no standing water on the surface. Time will tell regarding longevity, but it’s a great fit and value so far.

4. M Mark DeZuba 5/5

   Exactly what I wanted for summer storage

   This is a lightweight cover, which was intentional on my part. I use it for summer storage, not for trailering, and it’s easy to put on and remove solo. It survived heavy spring snow here in the high country without tearing, the straps are simple to adjust and the plastic buckles haven’t failed. I ordered one size larger than recommended to wrap further around the hull and I'm very satisfied.

5. S Steve Wylie 4/5

   Simple to fit but material feels thin

   Installation was straightforward and the cover is lightweight. The fabric seems quite thin so I expect it may only last a year in sunny climates. It does the job for now, but next time I’ll opt for a heavier-duty option.

6. K KKroek 2/5

   Rips after only a few hauls

   After only three hauls one of the straps tore and the front began to rip where it contacts my trolling motor despite padding the area with carpet. I expected it to hold up longer than this.

7. A ANDRÉ L'ECUYER 5/5

   Works well right out of the bag

   Installed a few weeks ago and it beads water nicely. It runs longer than my previous cover for the same nominal size and I’m pleased so far. Durability remains to be seen; typically my pricier covers last a few years.

8. K Kevin B. Carter 1/5

   Appearance good at first, but not durable long-term

   The camo pattern and fit were attractive when new, and it did keep debris and water out. However, within a few months the colors faded badly and eventually the fabric broke down under sun exposure. A hole formed near an area supported by poles. This didn’t perform like heavier 600D materials I’ve used before.

9. I Ismail Abdulbaki 5/5

   Fully waterproof and good workmanship

   This cover performed exactly as advertised — fully waterproof and well made. Quality and overall value have been excellent for my needs.

10. E ecKs 5/5

    Surprisingly well-packed and a snug fit

    After a week of use I’m pleased so far. I have a 17' bowrider with an outboard and the cover would reach from bow to prop if I wanted to pull it a bit further; I left the prop exposed to avoid stress on the fabric. Everything arrived neatly packaged in a drawstring bag and the straps were individually wrapped. The material feels solid — I even gave it a firm tug near the outboard to check stretch and it held up well.

11. D dfletch 3/5

    Great for trailering, less ideal at the dock

    Material is genuinely waterproof, but the elastic hem was too loose for secure docking on my 14' tin boat. A drawstring would work better in that situation. For trailering the straps are sturdy and well-placed and they hold the cover in place.

12. C C. Lyell 5/5

    17–19 ft size handled an 18' bass boat — then wear showed up

    I first bought this for a 16' jon boat and it covered the motor and the winch area as desired. Later I used the 17–19 ft size on an 18' bass boat with a 150hp outboard and a front trolling motor and it stretched over both with a smooth profile that shed water well. The straps can be trimmed for a neat fit. Initial performance impressed me, but after months the seams and fabric began to deteriorate and heavy sun exposure caused significant fading and fabric failure; it ultimately developed holes.