Eyebrow? Hard top extension?

[ExFlyGuy]

I want to have one of these installed. My thought was to have it fold down to access rod holders. But it looks like most are permanent and the rod holders are behind them. Does anyone have this and how big of a pain in the butt is it to access rods?

Wish I would have thought of this when I had the rod rack installed.

 

[Eden Island]

A buddy has a canvas bimini where the front panel is clear and zips open. That would allow you to access roof mounted rodholders.

 

[RiverBoy]

it’s a pain. neighbors kingfisher has this. we get up in the gunnel to grab rods etc.

 

[ab1752]

The boat next to mine is a BW 315 conquest and his extension is mechanically retractable. Its pretty sweet and rolls out like an awning. I can take a few pics if you'd like next time I'm down at the shed.

 

[ExFlyGuy]

A buddy has a canvas bimini where the front panel is clear and zips open. That would allow you to access roof mounted rodholders.

Does the one in your profile picture fold down easy?

 

[Eden Island]

Does the one in your profile picture fold down easy?

Not really - the metal frame is attached in 6 places and not designed to collapse. My buddy's is just the zipper.

 

[ExFlyGuy]

The boat next to mine is a BW 315 conquest and his extension is mechanically retractable. Its pretty sweet and rolls out like an awning. I can take a few pics if you'd like next time I'm down at the shed.

That might be an idea! I would like to see some photos.

 

[ExFlyGuy]

it’s a pain. neighbors kingfisher has this. we get up in the gunnel to grab rods etc.

That’s what I was thinking I would have to do. I am leaning towards this style as I think it will look the cleanest and match the stainless that’s already there.

 

[Rain City]

My rod holders are on the eyebrow.

 

[Sea lyin’]

I think it’s called a sun shade.
Member @Journi has one on his Trophy boat.

 

[Sharphooks]

If it’s low-profile and not mounted too high, rod holders are easy to access. I’d prefer a little more real estate in mine, however. IF you want to stay out of the rain you’re pretty much stuck in a small space—-not much roof coverage.

 

[CBsqrd]

SureShade and BocaShade are two makers of retractable sunshades. Not sure how effective they'd be in the rain as there isn't much shape to allow the water to roll off the sides. But if its raining that hard you'll probably want to be in the cabin. You can get them in both manual and power retractable versions.

SureShade - The Shady Side of Boating

Experience the shady side of boating with manual & automated telescoping boat shade systems for a permanent sunshade solution.

www.sureshade.com

BocaShade | Retractable Boat Shade | Boca Raton FL

BocaShade's retractable boat awning is perfect for any fishing or pleasure boat. Stay in the fun & out of the sun with a retractable boat shade! Order now!

www.bocashade.com

 

[ExFlyGuy]

SureShade and BocaShade are two makers of retractable sunshades. Not sure how effective they'd be in the rain as there isn't much shape to allow the water to roll off the sides. But if its raining that hard you'll probably want to be in the cabin. You can get them in both manual and power retractable versions.

SureShade - The Shady Side of Boating

Experience the shady side of boating with manual & automated telescoping boat shade systems for a permanent sunshade solution.

www.sureshade.com

BocaShade | Retractable Boat Shade | Boca Raton FL

BocaShade's retractable boat awning is perfect for any fishing or pleasure boat. Stay in the fun & out of the sun with a retractable boat shade! Order now!

www.bocashade.com

Thanks. Doesn't look like these will work for me as I will have to raise mine up like the one posted above in order to stand on the back deck.

 

[ExFlyGuy]

I think it’s called a sun shade.
Member @Journi has one on his Trophy boat.

Do you know who made that and where they are located?

 

[Rain City]

 

[Sea lyin’]

Do you know who made that and where they are located?

Sorry I don’t.

 

[trophywife]

i have top mount so they are in front of the shade, yes i have to stand on the gunnel to reach them, i also mounted rod holders starboard and port sides just in front of the rear cabin, super easy to access and out of the way. before leaving the dock i put the days arsenal on the side mounts and up top is reserved for back ups. i will try and load a pic. also mounted holders of the back of the transom, and inside, these i use while moving locations or just pop them in the gunnel mounts. never have too many and a sun/rain shade is a must. it does decrease the amount of tip up and stepping back room though.

 

[trophywife]

 

[ab1752]

That might be an idea! I would like to see some photos.

Shoot wish I saw this earlier as I was down there removing a scotty downrigger which runs on forever. I will be back down later this week and will take some pics.

 

[Olde School]

Mine was designed by me, but when I went to Port Alberni to get it built, Glenn Wynans had some really good ideas for modifying my original plan. It is now actually wider than the boat - this is critical because the sun and rain DO NOT ALWAYS hit you vertically!
Chris on Code Red actually has had the same idea as mine - look it up.
Mine also removes in seconds for transport.
I will admit that access to the rocket launchers up top is more painful, but it is a good tradeoff for protection of the body from sun and rain.