My bimini and dodger/windshield is nearing the end of it’s life. I’m planning on replacing both and would appreciate ideas and/or photos on construction and design. Things have changed a lot in the 16 years since it was installed, so your feedback would be great.
My existing bimini extends from the sterm rail past the main cabin hatch. It is too large to fold up or remove on a day-to-day basis so it stays in place all the time. The large amount of shade it provides is great on most days but I’d like a new bimini with either a zip out or opening section to see the sky at night or on comfortable days.
I’ve seen a newer Beneteau 38 with an “easy open” bimini that looked great. The fore section has a zipper, and the fore and aft sections are connected with straps for tension adjustment when open. For those with experience with a zip out connector, how easy is it to remove and replace it? Does anyone have experience with a bimini similar to the “easy open” one I saw on the Beneteau 38?
Rather than a traditional drop down (below the bimini) dodger, my bimini has a constant height and the windshield attaches directly to the bimini and foredeck. It is a nice design as it maximizes headroom the entire length of the cockpit. What are the benefits of the drop down design on most bimini?
A few more bimini questions....
What’s your fav windshield design? Rollup, zip out, or fold up?
Which canvas material is best for water repellancy and durability?
Which material is best for windows? Eisenglass, Makrolon or something else?
Which thread material is best for durability?
Thanks for your input.
My existing bimini extends from the sterm rail past the main cabin hatch. It is too large to fold up or remove on a day-to-day basis so it stays in place all the time. The large amount of shade it provides is great on most days but I’d like a new bimini with either a zip out or opening section to see the sky at night or on comfortable days.
I’ve seen a newer Beneteau 38 with an “easy open” bimini that looked great. The fore section has a zipper, and the fore and aft sections are connected with straps for tension adjustment when open. For those with experience with a zip out connector, how easy is it to remove and replace it? Does anyone have experience with a bimini similar to the “easy open” one I saw on the Beneteau 38?
Rather than a traditional drop down (below the bimini) dodger, my bimini has a constant height and the windshield attaches directly to the bimini and foredeck. It is a nice design as it maximizes headroom the entire length of the cockpit. What are the benefits of the drop down design on most bimini?
A few more bimini questions....
What’s your fav windshield design? Rollup, zip out, or fold up?
Which canvas material is best for water repellancy and durability?
Which material is best for windows? Eisenglass, Makrolon or something else?
Which thread material is best for durability?
Thanks for your input.