Jones Brothers 23 Cape Fisherman Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 22'8"
- Beam: 8'
- Dry Weight: 2,350 lbs
- Engine: Single outboard, max 225 HP (Yamaha options to 300 HP)
- Fuel Capacity: 90 gallons
- Draft: 12"
- Hull Type: Modified-V fiberglass, NMMA-certified, 12° deadrise
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 22'8" Jones Brothers 23 Cape Fisherman 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 standard cover for the Jones Brothers 23 Cape Fisherman is crafted from 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric — a durable polyester that resists UV fading, mildew, and water penetration for 5 to 7 years. A premium Sunbrella acrylic option is also available, rated for 8 to 10 years of service. Both fabrics are breathable and solution-dyed so the color resists fading far longer than surface-dyed materials.
Yes. The cover is pattern-cut specifically for the Jones Brothers 23 Cape Fisherman hull and T-Top frame. Reinforced cutouts fit snugly around the T-Top support legs while the hardtop roof remains exposed on top. Everything below the hardtop — console, leaning post, rod holders, seating, and the transom station — is fully enclosed.
Installation takes one person under five minutes. Drape the cover over the hull beneath the T-Top hardtop, align the reinforced cutouts with the T-Top support legs, and secure the adjustable strap-and-buckle tie-downs along the rubrail. No tools or additional hardware required.
Absolutely. The Jones Brothers 23 Cape Fisherman cover is reinforced for highway-speed trailering. The adjustable tie-down straps and hem cord keep the fabric taut and secure during transport, so you can tow your Cape Fisherman from the boat ramp to your driveway without removing the cover.
Yes. The cover creates a complete barrier over the entire cockpit of the Cape Fisherman 23, shielding helm electronics, GPS, fishfinder, VHF radio, seat cushions, and leaning post upholstery from UV rays, rain, salt spray, bird droppings, and airborne debris. The breathable fabric prevents condensation buildup that can damage sensitive electronics.
Every Jones Brothers 23 Cape Fisherman cover ships with a 2-year manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. The 9oz solution-dyed fabric is engineered for 5 to 7 years of service life, and the Sunbrella acrylic option is rated for 8 to 10 years — both well beyond the warranty period.
The cover is water-resistant with a durable water repellent (DWR) finish that causes rain and spray to bead up and roll off. It is intentionally breathable rather than fully waterproof — this allows trapped moisture and humidity to escape, preventing mildew growth and condensation that can damage your Cape Fisherman's interior surfaces and electronics.
The cover fits all standard production years of the Jones Brothers 23 Cape Fisherman equipped with the factory T-Top. Jones Brothers maintains consistent hull dimensions throughout production, so the same custom pattern fits regardless of your Cape Fisherman's model year.
The 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric is available in Navy, Black, and Charcoal. If you upgrade to the Sunbrella acrylic option, you gain access to an expanded color palette with additional shades. All colors are solution-dyed, meaning the pigment is locked into the fiber rather than applied to the surface, so they resist fading far longer than surface-dyed alternatives.
Shipping is a $30 flat rate per cover to anywhere in the continental United States. Orders typically ship within 1 to 2 business days. The Jones Brothers 23 Cape Fisherman cover arrives folded in a compact package ready for storage or immediate installation.
Jones Brothers 23 Cape Fisherman T-Top Boat Cover — Extreme Shallow Draft Meets Nearshore Versatility
The Jones Brothers 23 Cape Fisherman is a 22’8″ NMMA-certified center console built by Jones Brothers Marine in Morehead City, North Carolina — an active manufacturer specializing in shallow-draft platforms that cross over from skinny-water flats to nearshore reefs without breaking a sweat. The Cape Fisherman line is the heart of the Jones Brothers brand, and the 23 delivers a modified-V hull with just 12 degrees of deadrise, an 8′ beam, a dry weight of 2,350 lbs, and a draft of only 12 inches — numbers that let you reach backwater creeks, oyster bars, and shallow grass flats that deeper hulls simply cannot access. A 90-gallon fuel tank feeds up to 225 horsepower with Yamaha options reaching 300 HP, giving this lightweight hull the range and speed to make nearshore runs to ledges and wrecks when conditions allow. Our custom T-Top cover for the Jones Brothers 23 Cape Fisherman is pattern-cut to protect every surface of that shallow-draft hull — the console, leaning post, rod holders, and all cockpit upholstery — from UV degradation, salt corrosion, rain, and debris. For additional on-water protection while you run, browse our center console curtain options designed to shield the helm from wind and spray.
Tailored to the Cape Fisherman’s Inshore-to-Nearshore Layout
This cover wraps beneath the T-Top hardtop and drapes down to the rubrail on all sides, with reinforced cutouts that fit precisely around the T-Top support legs. The Jones Brothers 23 Cape Fisherman’s center console, helm electronics, leaning post, rod storage, and transom fishing station are all enclosed beneath a smooth, fitted canopy held in place by adjustable strap-and-buckle tie-downs. A single person can install the cover in under five minutes — drape the fabric over the hull below the hardtop, align the reinforced cutouts with the T-Top legs, strap down along the rubrail, and walk away. At 2,350 lbs dry, the Cape Fisherman 23 is an easy trailering boat, and this cover is fully reinforced for highway-speed towing so your Jones Brothers stays shielded from the boat ramp to the garage and back. If you fish a Jones Brothers hull without a T-Top, take a look at the Jones Brothers 23 center console cover — the same hull platform with full bow-to-stern coverage that completely encloses the engine.
Protection That Matches Jones Brothers’ Morehead City Craftsmanship
Jones Brothers builds every Cape Fisherman hull in Morehead City with NMMA-certified construction standards and a focus on durability that matches the demanding saltwater environment of the Carolina coast. A boat built to handle the shoals, inlets, and tidal flats of the Outer Banks region deserves a cover that can take the same punishment. Our 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric delivers 5 to 7 years of UV and weather resistance with water-repellent, mildew-resistant performance built for the salt, humidity, and subtropical sun that define inshore fishing territory. For owners who want the longest possible service life, our premium Sunbrella acrylic option extends durability to 8 to 10 years with the same breathable, solution-dyed construction that prevents moisture buildup underneath. Every seam is double-stitched with UV-resistant thread, and every cover ships with a 2-year manufacturer warranty. Whether your Cape Fisherman runs tournament redfish circuits or weekend flounder trips, this cover keeps the console, cushions, and electronics in prime condition between outings. For another shallow-draft inshore platform with similar versatility, explore the Pathfinder 2300 HPS T-Top cover — a purpose-built skinny-water machine designed for the same kind of coastal fishing.
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