Jump to content

Bimini Top Question / Help


Paid Up

Recommended Posts

I have a 2200 and am needing a Bimini top possibly. 

Those who have one what is better to go with stainless tubing or aluminum? I want to use it while diving and if possible durable to run out without having issues.

Can I buy a pre-made Bimini online or should I go to an Upholstry shop?

Any suggestions or ideas are appreciated.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

1 minute ago, fin-addict said:

You can buy online. Just pick out size, color you want and info requested. Both materials are good. SS is heavier and more $. Aluminum will hold up just fine and last for many years as the SS. I have always had mine made by canvas shop so I can have some Custom work done.Your choice and money. I have had both material. If it was for a larger boat where side curtains being used, would go with the SS. Fin 😀🙏

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Currently on my Pathfinder 2200 I have a Carver Bimini with aluminum legs...going on 5 years and it’s still fine. I went with middle of the line and it was about $400...( probably $500 now ) I wasn’t sure We would use it much so I didn’t want to go to expensive for it to sit in garage. Turns out, we use it all the time and it really helps block the sun out. It’s not a custom, however Carver makes one to fit most boats and styles. 

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

5 hours ago, Paid Up said:

I have a 2200 and am needing a Bimini top possibly. 

Those who have one what is better to go with stainless tubing or aluminum? I want to use it while diving and if possible durable to run out without having issues.

Can I buy a pre-made Bimini online or should I go to an Upholstry shop?

Any suggestions or ideas are appreciated.

I went custom on my MA17....stainless and all stainless equipment with ACCON connections...

overall about $1K...but, worth every $$'

Sunbrella.....

dc

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I would say no matter where you get it know what you are buying.  I would personally do rigid legs to keep it out of the way. Also make sure it is tall enough to walk around under it and look out from under it while standing. Also get a 4 bow top that will make a lot of difference. 
  The accon quick connects are the cats meow too. 
 

trust me get it right you will love it. Get it wrong and you will hate it. I had only one that I loved. One three bow top one too short I had to duck my head to see to the side. Look around no matter where you buy and measure measure measure . 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

×
×
  • Create New...