ShearWater 23 LTZ Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 22'6"
- Beam: 8'2"
- Dry Weight: ~2,300 lbs
- Engine: Single outboard, max 300 HP
- Fuel Capacity: 70 gallons
- Draft: ~12"
- Hull Type: Pad-Vee (shallow-water/offshore hybrid)
- Deadrise: 17°
- Model Years: 2009–present
Cover Features
- Fabric Options: 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric or premium Sunbrella acrylic
- Coverage Type: T-Top cover wraps hull below hardtop; hardtop remains exposed
- Construction: Reinforced stitching, hem cord at rubrail, adjustable tie-down straps
- Durability: Solution-dyed fabric (5-7 years); Sunbrella acrylic (8-10 years)
- Fit: Custom-fitted to 22'6" ShearWater 23 LTZ specifications
- Protection: UV-resistant, water-repellent, weatherproof
Additional information
Choose Your Cover Fabric
7 oz. Polyester — Our entry-level marine cover fabric, woven from 100% polyester fiber at a 7 oz. per linear yard weight. This lighter option keeps the cover manageable for solo handling while still delivering reliable protection against sun, rain, and debris. Backed by a 3-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black.
9 oz. Polyester — Step up to our heavy-duty polyester, engineered at 9 oz. per linear yard for boats that face tougher conditions or extended outdoor storage. The denser weave adds an extra layer of defense against abrasion and weather without adding unnecessary bulk. Protected by a 5-year fabric warranty. Ships in Navy or Black.
Sunbrella® — For boaters who want the best, our Sunbrella covers use 100% solution-dyed acrylic — the same fabric trusted by marine professionals worldwide. Naturally resistant to fading, mold, and water damage, Sunbrella holds its color and integrity season after season. Covered by a 6-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black, Smoke, or Marine Blue.
Both polyester options feature solution-dyed construction, where pigment is infused into each fiber during production rather than applied to the surface afterward. This process locks color deep into the material, preventing any dye transfer to your boat’s gel coat or finish. The result is a cover that stays vibrant without bleeding or rubbing off. Our polyester is also designed to breathe — it allows moisture trapped underneath to vent out naturally, reducing the risk of mildew and keeping your boat dry. The fabric holds its form without sagging or stretching over time, stays lightweight enough for one person to handle, and stands up to prolonged UV exposure and harsh marine weather.
*The warranty periods above are provided by the fabric manufacturer and cover the material itself. For details on what’s included in the warranty for your completed cover, please see our warranty page.
7 oz. Polyester — Our entry-level marine cover fabric, woven from 100% polyester fiber at a 7 oz. per linear yard weight. This lighter option keeps the cover manageable for solo handling while still delivering reliable protection against sun, rain, and debris. Backed by a 3-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black.
9 oz. Polyester — Step up to our heavy-duty polyester, engineered at 9 oz. per linear yard for boats that face tougher conditions or extended outdoor storage. The denser weave adds an extra layer of defense against abrasion and weather without adding unnecessary bulk. Protected by a 5-year fabric warranty. Ships in Navy or Black.
Sunbrella® — For boaters who want the best, our Sunbrella covers use 100% solution-dyed acrylic — the same fabric trusted by marine professionals worldwide. Naturally resistant to fading, mold, and water damage, Sunbrella holds its color and integrity season after season. Covered by a 6-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black, Smoke, or Marine Blue.
Both polyester options feature solution-dyed construction, where pigment is infused into each fiber during production rather than applied to the surface afterward. This process locks color deep into the material, preventing any dye transfer to your boat’s gel coat or finish. The result is a cover that stays vibrant without bleeding or rubbing off. Our polyester is also designed to breathe — it allows moisture trapped underneath to vent out naturally, reducing the risk of mildew and keeping your boat dry. The fabric holds its form without sagging or stretching over time, stays lightweight enough for one person to handle, and stands up to prolonged UV exposure and harsh marine weather.
*The warranty periods above are provided by the fabric manufacturer and cover the material itself. For details on what’s included in the warranty for your completed cover, please see our warranty page.
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Install
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 23 LTZ cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed marine polyester, 7oz solution-dyed polyester, and premium Sunbrella acrylic. All solution-dyed — color permanently fused into the fiber — for fade resistance that handles the intense UV exposure bay boats encounter on shallow flats and exposed docks.
Yes. Pattern-cut with reinforced cutouts around the T-Top support legs. The fabric wraps the 23 LTZ’s Pad-Vee hull (17° deadrise) below the hardtop while the white fiberglass roof stays exposed. The pattern accounts for the bay boat’s spacious casting platforms, shallow-draft profile, and NMMA-certified console.
Under 5 minutes solo, no tools. Drape from bow over console and T-Top legs, secure with hem cord and adjustable straps with quick-release buckles. The 23 LTZ’s 22’6” length and 8’2” beam are very manageable for one person.
No — please remove the cover before towing your Shearwater 23 LTZ. Our covers are not designed to be trailered: towing with the cover on can cause severe damage to the cover and voids the warranty. The cover is designed for storage only — on a trailer, boat lift, dry stack, or jet dock — and comes off in minutes at the ramp.
Complete barrier over the 23 LTZ’s helm electronics, GPS/fishfinder, rod holders, livewell, Power Pole mounts, and all seating surfaces. UV, rain, salt spray, and debris blocked while breathable fabric prevents mildew underneath.
Your Shearwater 23 LTZ cover is backed by our manufacturer's warranty for the original purchaser. Materials and workmanship — stitching, straps, buckles, zippers, and other hardware — are covered for 1 year from the purchase date. Fabric is covered for 3 years on 7oz, 5 years on black or navy 9oz, and 6 years on Sunbrella. Covered defects are repaired or replaced after you contact us for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. The warranty does not cover improper use, accident or negligence, unauthorized modifications, improper care, mold or mildew, incorrectly placed orders, theft or loss, or acts of God — and traveling with the cover on or using it in the water voids the warranty. See our Warranty page for full details.
Water-resistant with DWR finish. Breathable to prevent mildew — essential for bay boats stored in humid marsh and coastal environments where trapped moisture destroys electronics and upholstery quickly.
Yes. Pattern-cut to the ShearWater 23 LTZ’s standard dimensions (22’6” LOA, 8’2” beam, 17° Pad-Vee deadrise) with factory T-Top.
The Shearwater 23 LTZ cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed polyester in Navy or Black, 7oz polyester in Black, or premium Sunbrella acrylic in Marine Blue, Black, or Smoke. Choose your fabric and color in the order options above.
Shipping is a $30 flat rate per cover within the continental United States. Because every cover is custom-made to order, please allow 1–3 weeks for your Shearwater 23 LTZ cover to be made and shipped — you'll receive tracking information as soon as it leaves our facility.
Pricing: 7oz $1,050.00 · 9oz $1,300.00 · Sunbrella $1,560.00 — your final total appears below as you build your cover.
⏱️ Current lead time: 1–3 weeks — every cover is custom-made for your boat.
Questions about fit? Call (561) 677-2628
Questions about fit? Call (561) 677-2628
ShearWater 23 LTZ T-Top Boat Cover — Pad-Vee Bay Boat Protection
The ShearWater 23 LTZ measures 22’6” overall with an 8’2” beam, approximately 2,300 pounds dry, and a 17-degree deadrise Pad-Vee hull — a dedicated bay boat platform from ShearWater Boats, built by American Marine Sports at their Groveland, Florida facility. The proprietary Pad-Vee hull design blends pad-style shallow-water performance with vee-hull offshore capability, giving the 23 LTZ the ability to run skinny flats in the morning and handle open-bay chop by afternoon. Built to NMMA standards with corrosion-resistant wiring harnesses featuring Deutsch connectors, waterproof console, cartridge-style livewell pumps, and automatic bilge pump, the 23 LTZ carries 70 gallons of fuel and handles up to 300 horsepower. ShearWater designs every hull with fuel efficiency in mind — streamlined shapes that reduce drag and stretch every gallon further. Browse the center console boat covers collection for fitted covers across all brands.
Pattern-Cut for the 23 LTZ’s Bay Boat Layout
This cover is cut specifically for the ShearWater 23 LTZ’s Pad-Vee hull profile, shallow-draft bay boat deck layout, spacious casting platforms, and T-Top configuration. The fabric wraps the hull below the hardtop with reinforced cutouts around the T-Top support legs, while the white fiberglass hardtop roof stays fully exposed on top. A hem cord at the rubrail and adjustable tie-down straps secure the cover — and it comes off quickly, since bay boats are among the most frequently trailered fishing platforms. Remove the cover before towing — it’s designed for storage, not travel. Installation takes under five minutes solo. The next model up is the ShearWater 25 LTZ T-Top boat cover, covering the larger LTZ bay boat with the same Pad-Vee precision.
NMMA-Certified Build, Premium Fabric
ShearWater builds every boat to NMMA standards with Deutsch connectors and corrosion-resistant wiring — details that matter for boats that live in saltwater. Your cover should match that attention to quality. Choose 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric for 5-7 years of UV and salt resistance, or premium Sunbrella acrylic for 8-10 years. Both are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and breathable — essential for bay boats stored in humid marsh and coastal environments where mildew is a constant threat. Every cover ships within 1–3 weeks and is backed by our warranty (1 year on materials and workmanship, plus 3–6 years on the fabric). For ShearWater’s offshore lineup, the ShearWater 250 XTE T-Top boat cover covers the extended offshore platform.