Foredeck Awning R-25sc

[tlkenyon]

We often want to keep the forward hatch open for ventilation - we do not have A/C. It would be great to keep it open in the rain and get some shade when sunny. So....we had the local awning shop (lensawningcanvas.com) build us an awning for about $350. A pole in the center creates and maintains a peak for drainage. It hooks to the bow rail with captive ball/bungee cords. Twist latches secure it to the top of the eyebrow. There is a d-ring attached to the underside near the pole grommet so that if we need to capture fresh water, we can pull down on the d-ring and put a bucket underneath.

It is made of the same material and color as the aft awning.

View from outside



View from inside - visibility is good enough to drive the boat if necessary - moving berths, etc.



Fair winds...

TK

 

[jcarrdive]

It looks very good! Nice idea!
jeff

 

[Captain Steve]

I noticed you have a single solar power panel on the cargo bars. Do you leave that up all the time? Towing? And what battery do you keep talked off? I bought A complete set up from amazon as recommended by a fellow Tug Nutter

 

[tlkenyon]

Yes - the solar panel is "permanently" mounted. It stays put all the time, even when trailering.

TK

 

[tlkenyon]

Foredeck awning deployed for real. Worked better than anticipated. Kept the rain out and promoted good air flow down the fore-hatch.

TK

 

[HappyPlace]

Very nice!!!! Thanks for sharing the idea!

Al Sr.