Winter Covers
Richard Herbst & Warren Elliott
August, 2006 Hull #: 93 & 44
I know August is a bit too warm to think about this subject, but think about my perspective. It’s now June and quite warm here in southern NY, and I’ve just returned from many months in the warm Bahamas and southeastern U.S., so I really don’t have winter even vaguely in mind. But, duty calls! And when you read this, cold weather won’t be far behind, at least in northern climes.
This article was submitted by Richard Herbst, a C380 captain from N.J., where winters are real. This is for those looking for inexpensive protection for that prized sailboat.
Why Cover Your Boat?
In many areas, winter weather causes water to cyclically freeze/ expand and melt/contract.. Over time, this can lift and destroy various parts, including tabbing that holds bulkheads to the hull. The rate of
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Great piece of work, thank you for sharing. David Brown, servant of Kismet Cat 380 #325
Friends, I have a used Fairclough winter cover for a 99 C380 I’m willing to sell. I’m moving our boat from Newport, to Lake Lanier Ga and will not need this cover. The buyer will need to pick up the cover in Bristol Rhode Island. $500. Pls email at 11thregtcsa.com if interested. Thanks