Taylor Made BoatGuard V-Hull Runabout Boat Cover, 14-16', Gray
Taylor Made BoatGuard V-Hull Runabout Boat Cover, 14-16', Gray — Product description
The Taylor Made BoatGuard is a trailerable cover for 14 to 16 foot V-hull runabouts with a beam up to 90 inches. Gray water-repellent polyester, tie-downs, and a storage bag come standard. If you tow to the ramp and store the boat outside between trips, it's a straightforward, honest cover that keeps sun, rain, and road grime off your rig.
The Taylor Made BoatGuard is a trailerable cover built for 14 to 16 foot V-hull runabouts with a beam up to 90 inches. If you tow your boat to the ramp on weekends and want it protected on the road and in the driveway between trips, this is the kind of cover that does the job without costing a fortune. It's cut for the classic V-hull runabout shape, so it drapes over the bow, the windshield, and the cockpit, then cinches down with the tie-downs that come in the box. No custom pattern, no snaps to drill, just a proper drape-and-strap cover that goes on in a couple of minutes.
The fabric is a gray acrylic polyester that's water repellent, so rain beads up and runs off instead of soaking through. That matters most when the boat sits outside. One thing we always tell folks: a flat cover pools water in the cockpit after a good downpour, and pooled water gets heavy fast. Drop a support pole or even a beach ball under the center to give the cover some pitch, and the water sheds the way it's supposed to. Do that one thing and the cover lasts a lot longer.
Because this one's rated for trailering, the seams and tie-downs are made to take some wind. Still, 60 miles an hour on the interstate is hard on any cover. We rig up a couple of extra ratchet straps over the top on long hauls, front to back and side to side, so the fabric can't balloon and flap. Flapping is what wears a cover out. Strap it down snug and it'll ride quiet all the way to the lake.
Fit is everything with a cover like this. Measure your boat down the centerline from the tip of the bow to the transom, and measure the beam at its widest point, rub rails included. That 90 inch beam number is a hard ceiling. If your runabout carries wide rails or aftermarket rub strips, measure twice before you order. A cover that's too tight won't reach the tie-down points, and one that's way too big will flap in the wind. This size lands right in the sweet spot for a lot of 14 to 16 foot aluminum and fiberglass runabouts.
A couple of honest notes. On an outboard boat, the cover pulls down over the transom but it isn't going to wrap your motor. If you store the boat with the outboard down, grab a separate motor cover to keep the powerhead dry. And up at the bow, where the fabric wraps a sharp corner, tuck a scrap of carpet or an old towel under the edge so it doesn't chafe the gelcoat over a season of towing. Small stuff, but it keeps the boat looking sharp.
When you pull the cover for a day on the water, let it dry before you stuff it back in the storage bag. A wet cover folded into a closed bag is how you end up with mildew, and mildew is a pain to scrub out of gray fabric. Shake it out, let it air a bit, then bag it. That habit is the difference between a cover that lasts a couple of seasons and one that lasts a whole lot longer.
For the money, the BoatGuard is a straightforward, honest cover for a trailered runabout. It isn't a custom snap-on cover, and it doesn't pretend to be. What it does is keep the sun, rain, leaves, and road grime off your boat between trips, and it does that well. Get the fit right, support the center so water sheds, and strap it down for towing. Do that and you'll get your money's worth season after season.
Key Features
- Cut for 14 to 16 foot V-hull runabouts with a beam up to 90 inches for a proper draped fit
- Gray acrylic polyester fabric that's water repellent to shed rain and block sun
- Rated for trailering, so it holds up to highway towing when it's strapped down
- Integrated tie-downs included in the box to cinch the cover to the hull
- Storage bag included to keep the folded cover clean and out of the way between trips
- Drapes over the bow, windshield, and cockpit of a classic V-hull runabout shape
- Fits both aluminum and fiberglass runabouts in the 14 to 16 foot range
- Handles on-trailer travel, ramp-to-driveway hauling, and outdoor storage
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized Taylor Made reseller, full manufacturer warranty
- NMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs
- Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items
- NY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store
Technical specifications
| Title | Taylor Made BoatGuard V-Hull Runabout Boat Cover, 14-16', Gray |
|---|---|
| Brand | Taylor Made |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 70203 |
| UPC | 040011702036 |
| Boat Style | V-Hull Runabout |
| Fits Boat Length | 14 to 16 feet |
| Maximum Beam Width | Up to 90 inches |
| Color | Gray |
| Fabric | Acrylic Polyester |
| Water Repellent | Yes |
| Storage Bag | Included |
| Tie-Down Straps | Included |
| Primary Use | Trailering |
| Application | Marine |
| Package Width | 12 in |
| Package Height | 11 in |
Frequently asked questions
What size boat does the 70203 cover fit?
It's cut for V-hull runabouts from 14 to 16 feet long with a beam up to 90 inches. That covers a lot of common aluminum and fiberglass runabouts in that size range.
How do I measure my boat to make sure it fits?
Measure down the centerline from the tip of the bow to the transom for length, then measure the beam at its widest point with the rub rails included. If either number is over the range, size up. The 90 inch beam is a hard ceiling.
Is this cover made for trailering at highway speed?
Yes, it's rated for trailering and comes with tie-downs. On long interstate hauls we still recommend adding a couple of ratchet straps over the top, front to back and side to side, so the fabric can't balloon and flap at speed.
What is the cover made of?
Gray acrylic polyester fabric that's water repellent. Rain beads and runs off rather than soaking through, and the material stands up to sun exposure while the boat is stored outside.
Will it keep rain water out?
It's water repellent, but a flat cover will pool water in the cockpit after heavy rain. Put a support pole or a beach ball under the center to give the cover some pitch so water sheds off the sides instead of collecting.
Does it come with tie-downs and a storage bag?
Yes. The tie-downs are included to cinch the cover to the hull, and a storage bag comes in the box to hold the folded cover between trips.
Will it cover my outboard motor?
No. The cover pulls down over the transom but it won't wrap an outboard. If you store the boat with the motor down, add a separate motor cover to keep the powerhead protected.
How do I keep the storage bag from getting moldy?
Let the cover dry fully before you fold it back into the bag. A wet cover sealed in a closed bag is the usual cause of mildew, so shake it out and let it air first.
Can I leave it on for long-term outdoor storage?
You can. Just support the center so water sheds instead of pooling, and strap it down so wind can't get under it. Padding the bow edge with a towel or carpet scrap also keeps the fabric from chafing the gelcoat over time.
