What am I missing here?


Water into tight spaces, cracks, under wood and fittings and then
freezing/expansion does damage. There is no doubt about it, even on
well built boats. Damage to ports is the most common result along with
UV damage overall. Boats that are covered in the winter here show
better for it. You also get dry access to the boat instead of wading
into 3 feet of snow in the cockpit and deck. Some heat retension also
makes for a warmer interior for winter projects. A yard like ours
charges about $1000.00 to wrap a 40 foot boat. Some places will charge
a LOT less. You can also have a nice fabric cover professionally made
for 2500-4000, which is more cost effective in the long run since it
can last quite a while.



Robert
Beneteau 35s5
NY