{"product_id":"carver-5469t-3-bow-bimini-top-54in-cadet-gray-sunbrella","title":"Carver 5469T 3-Bow Bimini Top, 54in x 72in, Cadet Gray","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eCarver's 5469T bimini top puts real shade over the cockpit of your center console without weighing the boat down. The 3-bow round tube aluminum frame stands 54 inches tall and 72 inches long, and the Cadet Gray Sunbrella acrylic top adjusts to fit hulls 67 to 72 inches wide. It folds flat, stows in the included boot, and goes back up in minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpend a full day on a center console and you learn fast that shade isn't a luxury. It's the difference between fishing until the bite stops and calling it early because the sun wore you out. Carver built the 5469T three-bow bimini top for exactly that problem. It's a manual, fold-down top sized for center console, bay, and Whaler-style boats, and it gives the helm and the forward cockpit a wide patch of shade you can actually stand under.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frame is 3-bow round tube aluminum with an anodized finish. Round tube resists bending better than you'd expect for its weight, and the anodizing puts a hard, corrosion-fighting layer over the aluminum so salt spray and rain don't leave it chalky after a season. Three bows spread the load and keep the fabric drum-tight across the 72-inch length, which matters when you're running into a chop and the wind wants to lift everything that isn't tied down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFit is where a bimini either works or drives you crazy, so measure before you buy. This top stands 54 inches tall at the peak and runs 72 inches fore to aft. The width adjusts to cover boats measuring 67 to 72 inches from the top of one gunwale to the other. Measure your own beam at the mounting point, not the widest part of the hull, and you'll know right away whether the 67-to-72 range is yours. A top that's cut too wide flaps and chafes, and one that's too narrow won't mount square, so that gunwale measurement is worth doing twice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fabric is Cadet Gray Sunbrella or Outdura premium acrylic, the same solution-dyed material that holds its color through years of UV instead of going pale by August. It sheds water, breathes enough that it won't trap a sauna underneath, and resists the mildew that turns a neglected top into a science project. Cadet Gray is a quiet, neutral shade that hides salt haze and works with just about any hull color, from a white bay boat to a classic runabout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it's a manual top, there's nothing to wire and nothing to break electrically. You raise it by hand, snug the straps, and you're covered. When it's time to run wide open or load the trailer, it folds down flat against the bows in seconds. The matching storage boot is in the box, so the folded top zips away clean and protected instead of whipping around on the highway or collecting grime in the garage all winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a top for the angler or day boater who wants dependable shade and doesn't want to fuss with a powered system. It mounts to standard deck hinges and works well alongside a console cover or leaning post. It isn't a full enclosure and it won't turn your open boat into a cabin, but that's not the point. The point is shade you can raise fast, drop fast, and trust to look good for years. Carver has been sewing covers and biminis in the USA for more than thirty years, and the 5469T carries that same made-here build quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA little care goes a long way with any bimini, and this one rewards it. Rinse the fabric with fresh water after saltwater trips to keep the acrylic clean, and let the top dry before you boot it so you don't seal in moisture. Give the aluminum joints an occasional shot of a marine-grade lubricant, especially if you run in brackish water where rivets and fittings take the most abuse. Fold the top flat before trailering so the bows aren't fighting the wind at highway speed, and add a set of straps or shock cords if you want extra security on a long tow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSetup on a bare boat is straightforward. The bows pivot on deck-mounted hinges, and once the base plates are set the top swings up and locks with the support arms. First-time fitting goes easier if you leave a touch of slack, since acrylic canvas draws up a little the first time it gets wet and then settles into a tight, clean line. Take your time squaring the frame on that initial install and the top will raise and lower true every time after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3-bow round tube aluminum frame with an anodized finish that shrugs off salt spray and holds its shape season after season\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e54-inch top height clears most center console leaning posts and gives anglers room to stand and fish in the shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e72-inch fore-to-aft length throws a wide shadow across the helm and forward cockpit without crowding the console\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdjustable width fits boats measuring 67 to 72 inches gunwale to gunwale, so one top covers a range of hulls\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCadet Gray Sunbrella or Outdura premium acrylic fabric resists fading, water, and mildew\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManual operation folds down flat and stows fast when you're ready to run or trailer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMatching storage boot included to protect the folded top during transport and off-season storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCut for center console, bay, and Whaler-style boats where open-cockpit shade matters most\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade in the USA by Carver, with more than thirty years of cover and bimini experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Carver by Covercraft reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat size boat does the Carver 5469T bimini fit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's built for boats that measure 67 to 72 inches across, gunwale to gunwale, at the mounting point. Measure the top of one gunwale to the other where the base plates will sit, not the widest part of the hull. If your beam falls in that 67-to-72-inch window, this is your top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow tall and how long is the top?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe peak stands 54 inches above the mounting hinges, and the top runs 72 inches from front to back. That height clears most center console leaning posts, and the 72-inch length throws shade across the helm and forward cockpit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs it manual or powered?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eManual. You raise it by hand and secure the support straps, so there's nothing electrical to wire, fuse, or troubleshoot. It folds down flat just as quickly when you're ready to run or trailer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the fabric, and will it fade?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's Cadet Gray Sunbrella or Outdura premium acrylic, a solution-dyed marine canvas made to resist UV fading, water, and mildew. It holds its color and finish through hard sun instead of going chalky by mid-season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes it come with a storage boot?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. A matching Cadet Gray boot is included. When the top is folded down, the boot zips over it to keep the fabric protected during runs, trailering, and off-season storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill it fit my center console or bay boat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's cut for center console, bay, and Whaler-style hulls, which is the open-cockpit layout most of these boats share. The deciding factor is that 67-to-72-inch width at the mount, so confirm your beam there before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I mount it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe three bows pivot on deck-mounted hinges, and the top locks up with adjustable support arms. On a bare boat you set the base plates first, then square the frame so it raises and lowers true. Leave a little slack on the first fitting since the acrylic draws up slightly once it gets wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I care for the top so it lasts?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eRinse the fabric with fresh water after saltwater trips and let it dry fully before you boot it. Give the aluminum joints an occasional shot of marine lubricant, especially in brackish water. Fold it flat before trailering so the bows aren't fighting highway wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eCarver sews its covers and biminis in the USA and has been doing it for more than thirty years. 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