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Ape-X
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Initially Posted - 10/08/2013 : 03:59:44

I have seen many good prices for tarps on-line versus the local farm and fleets and big box stores. Even more important is the selection of sizes available. I am in themarket for new tarps for Moe. (They will be included in sale of the boat btw :O)

Any recommendations for on-line purchase? I will be ordering this week, installing next.

By measurements, two tarps will suffice with the mast up:
12x12
12x15

s/v No Worries, O'Day 28
PO Moe'Uhane - C25 SR/FK #1746

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dmpilc
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Response Posted - 10/08/2013 : 07:27:56

mytarp.com

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dmpilc
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Response Posted - 10/08/2013 : 07:39:58

mytarp.com

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Response Posted - 10/08/2013 : 08:04:17

easternmarine.com

POLY TARPS
Polytuf Blue Poly Tarps
Polytuf Blue Poly Tarps - CASE LOTS
Brown / Green Poly Tarps
Brown / Green Tarps - CASE LOTS
White Poly Tarps
White Poly Tarps - CASE LOTS
Forest Shade Green Poly Tarps
Forest Shade Green Tarps - CASE LOTS
H.D. White Poly Tarps
H.D. White Poly Tarps - CASE LOTS
Green / Silver Poly Tarps
Silver Poly Tarps
Silver Poly Tarps - CASE LOTS
Sunshield Silver / Black Poly Tarps
Sunshield Silver / Black - CASE LOT
Camouflage Poly Tarps
Woodpile / Firewood Tarps

SPECIALTY TARPS
Black Mesh Tarps
12 oz. Green Canvas Tarps
Farm & Industrial Poly Tarps
Fire Retardant Tarps

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TakeFive
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Response Posted - 10/08/2013 : 13:25:03

I am fortunate to work about 20 minutes from Eastern Marine. They're a first-class place. They're mostly power boats and fishing, but I've made frequent use of them for trailer parts (for my Trophy boat) and dock lines and fenders. The latter can be as much as 50% less than WM prices. And their tarps are cheaper than Harbor Freight and much higher quality.

I currently have their Heavy Duty (11 mil thick) silver tarps. They've lasted 3 winters so far, and I might try to get a fourth winter out of them.

When I bought the gray ones, Eastern Marine did not have heavy duty white tarps (only medium duty), but their white ones are now a little heavier than before (9 mil thick).

When it's time to replace the silver ones, I'm going to consider the white ones so I can have some daylight filter through into the boat. But I've been so happy with the silver ones that I might just stick with those.

I always drop the mast with a gin pole. It makes covering much more straightforward.

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Response Posted - 10/08/2013 : 16:50:24

I have a silver tarp that is brown on one side. I think this will be its 5th winter over the boat.

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Ape-X
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Response Posted - 10/08/2013 : 17:24:48

well. tarp factory outlet has free shipping...that was really the final deciding factor short of local sources. White heavy duty.

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Response Posted - 10/09/2013 : 10:54:27

I have 2 more weeks in the water and I am trying to decide how to cover my boat this winter here in NY as this is my first year owning this boat. She will be on the hard at College Point Marina. Prices for both shrink wrap and C-25 specific covers are pretty high and I have been reading this thread about tarps and was wondering if anyone has any designs on how to properly cover her using a tarp or tarps. Pictures would be an really appreciated.

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Response Posted - 10/09/2013 : 13:09:26

I raised my mast about 2' over the top of the cabin on supports which allows enough slope to reduce stanchion contact wear and most snow will either fall off on its own or come down easily if whacked with a broom. I also used canvas spreader boots on the stanchion tops to reduce wear. I bungied to the trailer and left the ends fairly open so gusts could pass through the tarp, you cannot keep the wind out so it is best to give it a path. This tarp was 20 X 30 I think.

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Ape-X
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Response Posted - 10/09/2013 : 13:26:25

Last year my boat looked very similar to Frank's: Mast down. I took the stanchions off as I needed to rebed them. This year I will tarp to the base of the stanchions using the boom, and a 2x4 bracing from the mast to the bow pulpit. 12x12 will cover the foredeck, and then lace to that a 12x16tarp that rests on the boom (topping lift and main halyard to support the boom position)

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Kennyge
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Response Posted - 10/09/2013 : 13:37:47

I forgot to mention that I do not plan to lower my mast.

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pastmember
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Response Posted - 10/09/2013 : 14:46:40

Boom for the back and pull your headsail halyard down throgh your mast ring on the front of the mast and from there to the stem fitting, that will make something to hold the center of your forward tarp.

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szymek
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Response Posted - 10/10/2013 : 19:44:41

I found this heavy duty white tarp - 10 mm thick. Seems quite thick and I like the fact that it's white - hopefully will withstand sun better.

http://www.amazon.com/320305-30-Foot-Heavy-Duty-10-Millimeter-Treated/dp/B000FH7NHQ/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top

Do you think this will hold up or should I look for something thicker 12 or 14 mm thickens?

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Ape-X
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Response Posted - 10/11/2013 : 04:09:03

5.5-6oz/sqyd seems to be the standard "heavy duty" tarps available. I checked on tarps factory outlet, and the amazon price is better for that size. For my c25 I am tarping to the inside of the stanchions: 12x12 for ahead of the mast placing a 2x4 beam from the padeye to pulpit, 12x16 behind using the boom as the main beam.

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Voyager
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Response Posted - 10/11/2013 : 19:25:57

For the boom, I always add an 8ft 1"x3" strapped on to extend it all the way to the transom. I have to create a hole in the tarp for the topping lift, so I glue on a reinforcement piece of tarp material to prevent fraying and chafing. I leave the backstay alone.

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Response Posted - 10/12/2013 : 07:35:49

I also found this:

http://www.globalindustrial.ca/g/outdoor-grounds-maintenance/tarps-covers/tarp/super-heavy-duty-tarps-8-ounce
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They have 8 oz tarps and price is reasonable. I'm just bit worried about the brown colour - i'm worried that dye might rub off. What o you guys think?

I'm trying to decide between the white 5.5 oz tarp from amazon or this one 8 oz from global.

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TakeFive
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Response Posted - 10/12/2013 : 08:01:33

<blockquote id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">Originally posted by szymek
 I also found this:

http://www.globalindustrial.ca/g/outdoor-grounds-maintenance/tarps-covers/tarp/super-heavy-duty-tarps-8-ounce
I
They have 8 oz tarps and price is reasonable. I'm just bit worried about the brown colour - i'm worried that dye might rub off. What o you guys think?

I'm trying to decide between the white 5.5 oz tarp from amazon or this one 8 oz from global.
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5.5 oz is about the same weight as my silver tarps, and they've lasted 3 seasons and might make it through a 4th. Although 8 oz would be really nice weight, IMO brown is too dark and may get the boat hot enough for mold problems.

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Ape-X
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Response Posted - 10/12/2013 : 10:44:57

get a light color. too much light absorption can cause blistering where it is against the hull.
http://www.mytarp.com/sliver-white-tarps-20x30-usa.aspx?gclid=CIv4sovskboCFWho7AodehcAmQ
google is your friend: super heavy-duty in silver and white^^^

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