Suggestions for a Bimini supplier for a 26S

[Bfranchini]

We are considering installing a Bimini on our 26S, naturally, being retired, we don't want to spend a fortune but are still concerned about buying something durable. Again, we would prefer a Canadian supplier to avoid customs and brokerage fees, but then again it's not a fixed requirement. I'm also curious about the difference between a stern pulpit mounting or one that attaches to the gunwales. I don't like drilling holes in the boat but if there are definite advantages to a fixed mount I will consider it.
PS I love Sumner's job but I'm not ready for a dyi

Thanks
Bill

 

[Sumner]

.... Again, we would prefer a Canadian supplier...

Looks like GMI in Canada.....

http://purplesagetradingpost.com/sumner/macgregor/outside-10.html

.... where we bought our Bimini might be out of business?? I tried googling them a couple different ways and can't find them. They had good pricing and were good to deal with. I wonder if they are operating under a different name now?

Sumner
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1300 miles to The Bahamas and Back in the Mac...
Endeavour 37 Mods...
MacGregor 26-S Mods...http://purplesagetradingpost.com/sumner/endeavour-main/endeavour-index.html
Mac Trips to Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Canada, Florida, Bahamas

 

[Bfranchini]

Looks like GMI in Canada.....

http://purplesagetradingpost.com/sumner/macgregor/outside-10.html

.... where we bought our Bimini might be out of business?? I tried googling them a couple different ways and can't find them. They had good pricing and were good to deal with. I wonder if they are operating under a different name now?

Sumner
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1300 miles to The Bahamas and Back in the Mac...
Endeavour 37 Mods...
MacGregor 26-S Mods...
Mac Trips to Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Canada, Florida, Bahamas

Thanks Sumner, yes they seem to be out of business, however your description of the installation is pure gold. I'll keep looking...

 

[Bfranchini]

Hi Sumner, I just ordered one from coverquest with the exact dimensions as yours. I'll do a quick install to take me to the end of the season but once Egret is home, I'll install the rail. Thanks for the measurements, my boat is one year older than yours and you saved me the trouble of driving to the marina

 

[Sumner]

Good deal. I don't use mine anymore with the solar panels replacing it and thought about selling it, but decided to keep it for the next owner as they might not like the solar array. So glad you found one that will work,

Sumner
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1300 miles to The Bahamas and Back in the Mac...
Endeavour 37 Mods...
MacGregor 26-S Mods...http://purplesagetradingpost.com/sumner/endeavour-main/endeavour-index.html
Mac Trips to Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Canada, Florida, Bahamas