{"product_id":"pico-boat-cover-mast-up-polycotton","title":"Pico Boat Cover Mast Up - Polycotton","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePico Breathable Boat Cover - Flat - Polycotton\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis breathable Pico boat cover is made from a breathable polycotton material which is a mixture of polyester and cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe unique characteristics of polycotton ensure that the air flows through the cover when dry but when it starts to get wet the cotton within the material expands to close the gaps and keep the cover waterproof.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe boat cover is designed to be used when the boat is in the boat park and will sit flat against the hull when the mast it up. There is also a strap in the centre of the material where you can attach a halyard or line to the boom to prevent water from pooling on the cover.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePico Boat Cover Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTop quality breathable polycotton material\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSoft webbing straps to protect the bottom of your boat\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEasy to use clip fastenings to secure the cover onto your boat\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVelcro to secure the area from mast to bow with buckle clips too\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProtection for where the shrouds sit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrap to secure the area around the mast\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrap in centre of cover to prevent water from pooling\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTransom tie down at base of the boat cover\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNo strings or eyelets to be seen\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy are Polycotton Boat Covers the best?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe cotton fibres in the polycotton boat covers blend and swell when they become wet. This helps to make the fabric more waterproof the wetter it becomes. As the boat cover dries, the fibres shrinks allowing moisture to evapourate away from the boat.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 50\/50 polycotton fabric combines the strength of the polyester with the breathable nature of the cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlthough more expensive than a PVC boat cover, the cotton gives the material its unique breathable characteristics. Other benefits also include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLess abrasive on varnished wood\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMore breathable to prevent osmosis on frp\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMany manufacturers only guarantee hulls with Polycotton covers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWant a material sample?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eWe understand that you want 100% confidence in your new boat cover purchase. Give us a call if you would like us to send you a sample of the cover material. Available for mainland UK.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlease note: All boat covers come with a 10-15 working day lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sailing Chandlery Covers and Sails","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57426201641343,"sku":"COVER-PICO-POLYCOTTON-MU","price":249.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0138\/5899\/6288\/files\/331ee088-04ce-4ff0-8c1d-b4b83ebfe294.jpg?v=1777633136","url":"https:\/\/www.sailingchandlery.com\/products\/pico-boat-cover-mast-up-polycotton","provider":"Sailing Chandlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}