H260 Bimini

Regular Guy · Jul 5, 2017

You could go with a 4 ft. Bimini, you would not have to do anything when under sail. It stays clear of the boom.

Fred · Jul 5, 2017

On my H26 I have a 6ft Bimini set up so that the boom passes over top ( I believe that I have almost 6ft clearance below my Bimini). You will have to move the main sheet forward on the boom to clear.

twalker H260 · Jul 5, 2017

This is the Bimini we have - attaches to pushpit rails of stern rail seats - folds out of the way aft when not needed. Ours is the 6' model and as previously noted you have to move the mainsheet bail forward a bit to clear the front edge of the bimini. A great upgrade!

https://shop.hunterowners.com/cu/detail-tmpl.php?a=2&pid=53977&model=260

jwilcoxon78 · Jul 6, 2017

We have the 6ft bimini on our 260. Instead of moving the mainsheet, I slide the bimini supports aft. This gives enough clearance to the mainsheet. While there is some aft overhang, I find that more useful while at the helm. Helps provide better sun protection in that position.

jwilcoxon78 · Jul 6, 2017

I'd go Stainless and I deploy mine anytime I'm on the boat for the most part. Makes it a little difficult to see the main to trim but not too bad.

Kermit · Jul 6, 2017

We find the bimini to be important while sailing or at anchor or at the dock. It makes the South Carolina summers almost bearable.

Regular Guy · Jul 6, 2017

Agree with Kermit, it needs heavy sun protection in the South. Couldn't sail in FL, going around the Keys, etc. without it. Bimini is permanently mounted.

Justin_NSA · Jul 6, 2017

Ours has a Strataglas window in it to see the mast fly. Just a thought.

Kermit · Jul 6, 2017

Mast, schmast. Sail, schmail. Sail shape got nothin' on surviving the summer sun and heat.

Fred · Jul 6, 2017

Hey Reg Guy... Where did you get that netted sun shade. Is it standard? I like it!

Regular Guy · Jul 6, 2017

Fred,
I bought it at Harbor Freight. When I right remember, the size of the black mesh heavy duty UV screen shade was 12 x 20 feet, paid about $30. It has a very fine grit and shall filter out 80% of UV light. I really like it, close the cockpit to the transom as well.
My impression was, it reduces the heat by 10 degree, and has the extra benefit to kept the bugs out of inside and cockpit. A relieve when on the water or anchor in the hot season.
Hart

Fred · Jul 6, 2017

Can't find it on Harbour Freight site.

Regular Guy · Jul 6, 2017

I saw and bought it two years ago in their store; checked the web out for you, search at Harbour Freight for: "Mesh All Purpose/Weather Resistant Tarp".
Or just Google: "Black heavy duty mesh uv screen shade canopy patio yard tarp sun cover"
Several retailers will show up with it.

Crazy Dave Condon · Jul 7, 2017

suggest the 6 foot bimini from Ameriseam sold thru the forum store. Aluminum is fine unless you want to be able to hold on it. That is measured for a 260 as I was there when Ameriseam measured it for me as a dealer at Hunter at my request.

Tom2909 · Jul 9, 2017

Suggestion: Have zippers added to the pockets that attach the canvas to the frame so that canvas can be easily removed for storage. Ameriseam added them to mine.

Update: Also suggest going with the SS instead of aluminum frame, I have aluminum, and wish I had gone SS.

flynhi4u · Jul 9, 2017

Kermit said:
Mast, schmast. Sail, schmail. Sail shape got nothin' on surviving the summer sun and heat.

Frogs tend to dry out quickly if left out in the sun out of the water LOL!!!

Sam

Kermit · Jul 9, 2017

flynhi4u said:
Frogs tend to dry out quickly if left out in the sun out of the water LOL!!!

Sam

That's funny right there. I don't care who you are.

Crazy Dave Condon · Jul 9, 2017

flynhi4u
He is very anxious to get out of the rain. Should know that frog as I saw him whining as it rained on him while working on his boat. Ha.

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