I love my spray hood and cockpit enclosure , made by Advanced Covers of Southampton . Still going strong after 14 years ! They were made to my specification so that the hood prides some shelter but you can still step over it and the enclosure can convert to a simple bimini.
Unfortunately Rob had lost his patterns but has recently measured up from my boat and should be able to manufacture will likely fit for you if not too far away. His price was very reasonable at the time but that was a long time ago.
Thanks Roly! I have been on to Rob before Xmas and know he was trying to get hold of you.
I appreciate you sharing your r&d - my brief was I want what Roly has:)
Hi, my M has just been measured for a lazy jack (£350) and a full cockpit enclosure including dodger. As yet I have not received the price for the enclosure and dodger which is no surprise as the waiting time is mid April. Would be interesting to compare quotes. The only downside is my maker is in the North.
The beauty of the one Roly has is he has developed it over time so has some neat features and does not inhibit going forward.
I just chased Rob for an update.
I will post here when I receive my quote.
Hi Roly
Do you have a picture of your spray hood and cockpit enclosure. I am following this thread in anticipation of the quote. Various options from the States presumably more expensive.
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I like the idea of dodger doors for spray and heat retention.
Rob from Advanced Covers is coming to pattern up for my boat beginning of March, so from there he should have all he needs to produce 26M spray hood and enclosure.
I'll ask him if we wants me to stick up pricing and details here for others once this is done.
Matt
Heads up, just be aware that import duty & HANDALING charge from the states are 30 to 35% . I imported £3000 worth of stuff from bluewater & paid £800 extra to import. We need a good free trade deal with the states big time. Mind you it didn't help having a certain amount of aluminum tubing in the order which carries high import duty.🤔
Tried the storm cover on Sunday but two sections missing from the arms where it connects to the boat fittings. Did not realise you can not sail with it in place.
Sorry Gary, I missed that you asked for photos of my spray good and enclosure. Please look up Rolys Mods thread on our site and it will give you a link to a Dropbox storage. I never got round to uploading photos to our gallery but will do soon since I have many more mods since then.
Roly