Patent ID: 6129034
Filing Date: 2000-10-10
Classification: B63B

Abstract:
In combination with an open-top boat, an accessory cover device comprising: a flexible cover having a length to extend from the bow to the stern of said boat and a width longer than the distance between the port and starboard of said boat, said flexible cover having multiple spaced apart ribs removably positioned between the opposing gunnels of said boat, said flexible cover having attachment means thereon for securing said ribs within said flexible cover, said flexible cover having attachment means for removably attaching said flexible cover to said boat, said flexible cover having an elongated rope having a first end and a second end, said first end being removably attached to one of said ribs, and said second end being removably adjustably fastened to a motor on said boat,whereby;when said rope is manually pulled, said flexible cover and said rope cooperate together to apply tension to each said multiple ribs which causes said ribs to assume an upright position, and said ribs remain in said upright position when said second end of said rope is fastened at a location of choice on said motor.