I use the same set up but I use a heavy duty tarp. Prolly won't hold up as long as the materal Chase used, but it works fine for me. The big chute keeps the boat pretty broadside to the wind but on real windy days or when the wind keeps shifting, using the trolling motor helps keep you broadside.
So my tarp as a drift chute lasted about or 7 or 8 trips. One of the corners tore off last time out. How long does the awning material last? I am sure it lasts longer than the tarp did. Just wondering if it is something you have to rebuild every year or if it lasts a few.
What size would I need to make one for a 14' boat Any ideas
Same ?? here. I got a 14' flat bottom. I know I shouldn't be out there when it gets too windy, but I feel safe about 10 to 15mph. Thanks for the post. I have been wondering about a drift sock I just didn't want to ask.
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The matierial - if I remember correctly - is 5' wide and comes in 50' rolls. I still have a roll in the attic somewher.e Anyhow, your jon boat would get slowed a lot with about a 7' or 8' wide by the 5' deep.
can you find this material on the Home Depot or Lowes website? I don't mean to buy online, but to show dense people like me what you're talking about. Is it this stuff? I hope I am wrong b/c I was looking to spend a lot less than that.
i don't think so i bought mine at home depot in the lawn and garden area outside it is on rolls and they will cut off howerver much you need it was green that looks like mesh you put down to keep grass from growing
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