Archambault A31 Winter Cover

With its mast already in position, your sailboat is ideally prepared for a custom winter cover.

Make winter storage easier with our custom-made cover.

The custom cover we make for your boat has no frame, as we make use of the boom to create a kind of tent that covers the entire vessel. This reusable cover is a long-term investment and can last from eight to 15 years (with thorough seam repairs after around eight years), depending on how you care for it and, above all, provided you never leave it in place during storms.

It is crucial to fit the cover correctly, as a strong gust of wind can tear a poorly fitted cover. The straps and lines must be tensioned correctly.

The winter cover is ventilated

For our covers, we use PVC-coated polyester fabric on both sides. It is strong, lightweight, low-stretch, mould- and abrasion-resistant—ideal qualities for protecting your sailboat. However, this material is not breathable, which is why we sew in essential vents to ensure airflow beneath the cover during the long months it is in place.

Quality through a selection of durable marine-grade materials

To ensure the longest possible service life, we avoid using stainless steel eyelets, opting instead for sturdy webbing loops or quick-release fasteners. Metal eyelets are known to cause abrasion and should never come into direct contact with the surface being protected. We use UV-resistant, high-strength sail thread for our seams to ensure they last.

Expert craftsmanship for a perfectly fitted cover

In most cases, your boat cover comes in two sections joined by a zip, usually between the mast and the cockpit companionway. Reinforcements are sewn in at all chafe points. The cover goes over the stanchions and extends just slightly down over the hull. It is secured from inside the boat at each stanchion base, usually with a strap threaded through a ladder lock. 
We never include fastenings that require drilling, as there are enough suitable attachment points already on board. 
The mast base is enclosed by a sleeve that is strapped at the top to limit water ingress.

Every aspect of the design and construction is carefully considered to provide protection that fully meets your requirements.