Tagged: winter layup
Consistency
It’s early March and it has been peculiar winter so far with cold temperatures, but virtually no snow, just a lot of rain. In general, the winter pattern has been favorable for boats in winter storage, however the frequent showers could lead to expected mildew and possible significant future fiberglass damage as fresh water finds its way into previously untouched areas and expands when cold temperatures return. The best way to uncover possible problems early is to continue to make regular boat check-ups. Typically, boats aren’t stored that far from home and a quick trip, every now and then is [...]
At Ease
It’s been a relatively mild winter here in New England, with cool temps, but little snow. This weather has been ideal for those of us that like to get out and about during the winter season, without heavy boots and coats. Unfortunately, there’s a potential downside, that is letting your boat oversight guard down, opening the door to winter storage damage. Without huge snowdrifts, pelting snow and howling winds, it’s easy to forget to check the boat for slipped or torn winter covers, shifting jack stands, or a half dozen other conditions which can create havoc over the winter layup. [...]