Results 1 to 8 of 8

Thread: Half cab rear awning

  1. #1

    Half cab rear awning

    Hi all, just wondering if anyone has used one of these as a rear awning on a half/cuddy cab.
    I would attached to the rear of the existing bimini and use the uprights at the back of the awning and connect to the top of the transom.



    MBG405ImageMain-515Wx515H.jpeg

  2. #2

    Re: Half cab rear awning

    sounds great idea. was trying to work out something myself and gave up!

  3. #3

    Re: Half cab rear awning

    Several friends have boats that have a slide out shade extension - modelled on the one that Cruisecraft suply in their Outsiders. I think they had it done by the canopy guys down Yatala way. Works well when you want the shade, and stays pushed back out of the way when you want ti fish.
    Note to self: Don't argue with an idiot. They will only bring you down to their level and beat you with experience....

  4. #4

    Re: Half cab rear awning

    Just remember that a fixed rear bimini limits your casting ability you really want to be able to fold/slide it out of the way when needed..

    How much extra shade do you need? Will a simple rear bimini extension like this be sufficient?

    http://web1.sidekick.com.au/~gccover...-Extension.jpg

    The CC slide out extension is by far the best design but would require alot of mods to your current bimini especially if your limited with headroom already.

    http://www.cruisecraft.com.au/showro...rer_685_05.jpg

    A $2 tarp and some tent poles also does the trick

    http://www.rnr-marine.com/images/Boa...T-Top_side.jpg

    I'm assuming you cant use this style extension due to walkaround?



    The above rear extension is what I have and folds away in seconds or removed completely in a few more.
    Kids who Hunt and Fish, Don't Deal and Steal.

  5. #5

    Re: Half cab rear awning

    The ones pictured are very weak and flimsy, not to sure being attached to the transom would make for easy fishing?

  6. #6

    Re: Half cab rear awning

    I reckon you're right Noelm. I was going to have the rear uprights the same width as my bait board. Probably still be a pain in the ass.
    The cruise craft style looks like the go Moonlighter/Triple. I was just worried about head room under my existing bimini that the slide out would take up.
    Back to the drawing board.

  7. #7

    Re: Half cab rear awning

    Wardy can the slide out be fabricated to slide above the existing canopy?


    Damo's dodgy boat building repair shop.
    Damo's dodgy boat repairs.
    1993 bermuda by Haines 530f - completed resto.
    1976 cruisecraft rogue 14 - estuary weapon.
    1984 vickers easyrider 156 - future project.

  8. #8

    Re: Half cab rear awning

    That is def something to look at Rip it up.
    Cheers

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •