Hardy 20 Fisher Boat Cover Guide: Sizes, Materials & Prices

Introduction: Why Your Hardy 20 Fisher Deserves a Bespoke Cover

Welcome, Hardy 20 Fisher owners! If you cherish your robust 20-foot vessel, with its distinctive 7-foot 8-inch beam, navigating the serene Grand Union Canal, River Nene, or River Great Ouse, then you understand the importance of protection. Your Hardy 20 Fisher is a unique boat designed for specific adventures, and generic covers simply won't do. A custom-fitted boat cover from UK Boat Covers ensures your pride and joy remains pristine, shielded from the elements, debris, and curious wildlife, preserving its value and readiness for your next journey. We understand the specific needs of this beloved boat, offering bespoke solutions designed for its exact dimensions and typical use. For a bespoke Hardy 20 Fisher cover, our PVC options start from just £979, with premium Acrylic covers available from £1,089.

Why Choose a Bespoke Cover for the Hardy 20 Fisher?

The Hardy 20 Fisher's distinctive hull shape, integrated windscreen, and practical cockpit layout, coupled with its generous 7-foot 8-inch beam, make it a challenging boat for off-the-shelf covers. Universal covers often sag, flap excessively, or provide inadequate protection, leading to water pooling, mould growth, and premature wear on your boat's surfaces. Our bespoke covers are meticulously crafted to follow every contour of your Hardy 20 Fisher, ensuring a drum-tight fit that repels water, resists wind lift, and provides comprehensive protection. We achieve this perfect fit through our innovative postal copy service, where your old cover acts as the precise template, guaranteeing a tailored solution that universal alternatives simply cannot match, giving your specific boat the specific care it deserves.

See our Hardy 20 Fisher model page for full specifications and cover options.

Cover Types Available for the Hardy 20 Fisher

For your Hardy 20 Fisher, UK Boat Covers offers a range of bespoke cover types tailored to its robust design and typical use on inland waterways. A full canopy cover provides comprehensive weather protection, ideal for overnight stays or extended periods moored on the Grand Union Canal or River Nene, offering an enclosed space. Tonneau covers are excellent for protecting the cockpit while the boat is stored or during transportation, keeping out rain and leaves. For targeted protection, cockpit covers specifically shield the helm and seating areas. Additionally, spray hoods offer crucial protection from water and wind while underway, enhancing comfort on the River Great Ouse, and robust winter covers ensure total safeguarding during colder months, custom-made for your Hardy 20 Fisher.

• Full Boat Canopy - Complete weather protection
• Tonneau Cover - Cockpit and deck coverage
• Cockpit Cover - Targeted cockpit protection
• Spray Hood - Windscreen and helm shield
• - Seasonal protection

Best Materials for Hardy 20 Fisher Covers

Choosing the right material for your Hardy 20 Fisher's cover is crucial, and we offer two excellent options. Our PVC marine fabric is exceptionally durable, completely waterproof, and highly resistant to abrasion, making it ideal for the demanding conditions of inland waterways and prolonged outdoor storage. It offers an excellent balance of protection and longevity, perfect for guarding against the elements on the Grand Union Canal. Alternatively, our Acrylic fabric provides superior breathability, excellent UV resistance, and a more textile-like feel, making it perfect for boaters who prioritise ventilation and a premium aesthetic, while still offering superb waterproofing. While PVC might have a slightly longer lifespan in constant outdoor exposure, Acrylic's breathability can be beneficial in preventing condensation, ensuring your Hardy 20 Fisher remains dry and aired.

Compare materials in detail: Our fabrics page | Material comparison guide

Measuring Your Hardy 20 Fisher for a New Cover

Accurate sizing is paramount for a perfectly fitting Hardy 20 Fisher cover. While your boat has a standard length of 20 feet and a beam of 7 feet 8 inches, specific measurement points are vital for a bespoke cover. We advise measuring the overall length from bow to stern, accounting for any pulpits or platforms, and the maximum beam. Crucially, measure the height from the waterline to the top of any windscreens or grab rails, as these determine the cover's drape and attachment points. However, the simplest and most accurate method, eliminating all potential measuring errors, is our postal copy service. By sending us your existing cover, even if it's worn, we can replicate its exact dimensions and contours to create a new, flawless bespoke cover for your Hardy 20 Fisher, ensuring an impeccable fit every time.

Need help? See our size guide or use our postal copy service to skip measuring entirely.

Hardy 20 Fisher Cover Prices

Investing in a bespoke Hardy 20 Fisher cover offers unmatched value, with our PVC options starting from an accessible £979 and premium Acrylic from £1,089. These prices reflect the superior quality and custom fit you receive, ensuring long-term protection. The final cost may vary slightly depending on factors like specific design complexity, additional reinforcements, or specific hardware requests, but these base prices give you a clear starting point. Crucially, as a UK family-run business, we operate without charging VAT, representing a significant 20% saving compared to competitors. This means your bespoke cover for the Hardy 20 Fisher not only offers a perfect fit and exceptional durability but also comes at a genuinely competitive price, outperforming generic, ill-fitting alternatives in both performance and long-term cost-effectiveness.

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How to Fit a Cover on Your Hardy 20 Fisher

Fitting your new Hardy 20 Fisher cover is designed to be straightforward, ensuring maximum protection. Begin by ensuring the boat is clean and dry. Drape the cover over the highest points, typically the windscreen or cabin top, and then gradually work your way down the boat. Pay close attention to securing all attachment points, often along the rub rail, ensuring even tension. For your Hardy 20 Fisher, specifically, make sure the cover sits snugly around the windscreen and any grab rails, preventing gaps. To avoid water pooling, especially important on the Grand Union Canal where heavy rain can occur, ensure the cover is pulled taut and any support poles (if used) are correctly positioned to create a shed effect, allowing water to run off. Proper ventilation, through any vents incorporated into the cover, is also key to prevent mildew.

Caring for Your Hardy 20 Fisher Cover

To maximise the lifespan of your Hardy 20 Fisher boat cover, regular maintenance is key, especially given its exposure on the Grand Union Canal or River Nene. Periodically remove leaves and debris to prevent staining and mould growth. For seasonal cleaning, use a soft brush and a mild soap solution (non-detergent) to gently scrub away dirt and grime, then rinse thoroughly with fresh water. Never machine wash or tumble dry your cover. For PVC, an occasional treatment with a UV protectant spray can extend its life, while Acrylic benefits from regular cleaning to maintain breathability. During winter storage, ensure the cover is completely dry before folding to prevent mildew. With proper care, your bespoke UK Boat Covers product for your Hardy 20 Fisher will provide many years of reliable protection.

More tips: Cleaning guide |

Our Postal Copy Service for Hardy 20 Fisher Owners

Our postal copy service is a cornerstone of how we provide perfectly fitted Hardy 20 Fisher covers without you ever needing to bring your boat to us. The process is simple and highly effective: you securely package and post your old Hardy 20 Fisher cover, however worn, directly to our workshop in Carterton, Oxfordshire. Upon arrival, our skilled team uses your old cover as the precise template, meticulously measuring and tracing every contour and attachment point. We then expertly craft your brand-new, bespoke cover from your chosen marine-grade fabric, replicating the perfect fit of your original. This entire process, from receiving your old cover to dispatching your new one, is completed within an impressive 6 working days, ensuring your Hardy 20 Fisher gets its tailor-made protection quickly and effortlessly, delivered directly to your door.

1. Post your old cover to UK Boat Covers, Carterton, Oxfordshire
2. We create a perfect copy using your old cover as a template
3. Choose PVC or Acrylic marine-grade fabric
4. Receive within 6 days via tracked UK delivery

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