One Size Fits All? Sewlong Custom Covers / Blog / One Size Fits All? One Size Fits All? December 16, 2018 0 0 Blog, General Knowledge OEM standards for covers are not equal to the standards of the boat manufactures using them. May we have permission to rant? This is an issue we have a hard time with, and we would like to share our perspective. Boats have a wide range of options with regard to quality, performance, and price. As to be expected, you can see and feel the difference between Moomba Mondo compared to a high end Supra SE. Differences range in motors, audio options, graphics, tower, upholstery fabric, thread and even foam. But the one common denominator between them or even a Supreme S202 and a Centurion Ri257 is the cover offered by the manufacture. There are only a handful of OEM companies mass-producing covers for boats sold today. The same quality of cover that is being demanded by the manufacture of a price point Axis A20, is the same as what is ending up on your Malibu MXZ. Mass production doesn’t have to equal poor production standards. Believing in craftsmanship, innovation, and service, this topic really bothers us. Putting all of those qualities into any product is going to make it come at a higher cost, but it adds value and longevity to the end product. And you see that when comparing a Mastercraft X30 to the NXT 22, just like you will when comparing a quality built cover with your run of the mill big box covers. Ok ok, so we know we are a bit bias, and can make the argument that my grandpas 1993 Maxum 1900sr needs a nicer boat cover than what is offered by any boat manufactures today. But These mass produced covers are at best a mid-quality cover. I have never understood why they can’t mass produce a quality product. Why cut costs on the one thing that will help protect these massive investments in our summer fun? Get the right cover for your needs. If you live within 20-30 minutes of the lake and you keep your boat indoors or on a covered lift/dock, than a lower quality cover is perfect, don’t waste money on things you don’t need. But if you have to store it exposed to the elements, or travel long distances to the lake, look into a quality cover. There are not as many canvas shops as there use to be, but they are still out there. Most of them will deliver a product that they stand behind (you can locate them here). We also have a fairly large selection of patterns we have collected over the past 20 years. We get it covers don’t sell boats, so why would the manufacture care as much as we do. But we know that most boaters care, if you didn’t we wouldn’t be as busy as we are. We wouldn’t be getting calls from across the country looking for what we offer. Your boat deserves protection, make sure you protect it. Spend a little more money now and save you time and energy later. Share SewLong Custom Covers SewLong is the gold standard for boat covers and biminis for you tournament tow boat. We deliver craftsmanship and value with every product. Our Cinch Pocket Previous The Leaky Seam Next Related Posts Our Cinch Pocket Cinch Cover Vs. Ratchet Cover Cinch Vs. Ratchet: Fabrication No Comments Sorry, the comment form is closed at this time. Search… Find us on Google Facebook Categories About Us Blog Company News General Knowledge How To Maintenance News Uncategorized Archives February 2019 January 2019 December 2018 April 2018 March 2018 March 2017 December 2016 November 2016 October 2016 September 2016 February 2016 December 2015 November 2015 We offer quality handmade products that are resistant to harsh weather, build to last for years. All orders come with a solid, 5-year warranty. Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM 801.262.4017 3555 South Main Street SLC, UT 84115 Quick Menu Home Marine Canvas Marine Upholstery Shop Privacy Policy Contact Contact SewLong Contact Us Submit Copyright © SewLong Custom Covers Site by: Utah Web Design Pros