Custom Fit Boat Covers for Contender Boats
Contender Boats, founded in 1984 and based in Homestead, Florida, is a leading name in the sportfishing industry, renowned for building high-performance semi-custom boats. With a focus on strength, durability, and comfort, Contender's vessels are meticulously hand-crafted for serious anglers and adventure enthusiasts. Their boats are designed to handle tough offshore conditions while delivering exceptional performance. We offer custom-fit T-top and center console covers for a wide range of Contender models, ensuring your boat remains well-protected.
Contender Models We Cover
T-Tops: 21, 21 Open, 22 Sport, 23 Open, 23 Tournament, 24 Sport, 25 Bay, 25 Open, 25 Sport, 25 Tournament, 27 Open, 27 Tournament, 28 Sport, 28 T, 30 ST, 31 FA, 31 Open, 31 Tournament, 32 ST, 33 Tournament, 35, 36 FA, 36 Open, 39, 44 ST
Center Console: 25 Bay
Contender Boat Cover Features and Benefits
Our covers are precisely crafted to fit Contender models like the 25 Bay and 39 perfectly, providing a snug fit that prevents flapping and ensures complete coverage for your boat’s console, seating, and other essential areas.
Made from UV-resistant, marine-grade materials, our covers are built to withstand exposure to harsh sunlight, saltwater, and moisture, protecting your boat from fading, cracking, and other weather-related damage.
Whether your Contender boat is docked, on a trailer, or in storage, our covers offer dependable protection from UV rays, rain, dust, and bird droppings, ensuring your boat stays clean and in excellent condition.
Our covers are designed for quick and hassle-free installation and removal, making them perfect for both daily use and long-term storage.
Contender Boat Covers
Contender boats are built for serious sportfishing—strong, fast, and ready to run when the forecast turns sporty. Give that same level of protection back at the dock with a custom-fit Contender boat cover designed specifically for your model. The right cover keeps your boat clean, dry, and show-ready for the next run offshore.
About Contender Boats
Founded in 1984 and based in Homestead, Florida, Contender hand-builds high-performance semi-custom boats trusted by anglers who demand range, speed, and fishability. The lineup spans bay boats and offshore center consoles across multiple series and deck layouts:
- ST (Stepped-Hull) & T (Traditional Deep-V) offshore models
- Sport and Tournament open layouts
- FA (Fisharound) cabin models
- Bay series for inshore versatility
Popular sizes include the 21/23/25 Bay, 25/27/28/30/32/33/35/36/39, and the flagship 44 ST.
Why Protect Your Contender with a Custom Cover?
Long days offshore mean heavy sun, salt, and spray. When the boat sits, those elements go to work on everything—from gelcoat to electronics. A purpose-built Contender boat cover:
- Blocks UV to prevent gelcoat fade and vinyl cracking on bolsters, forward seating, and leaning posts
- Repels water while allowing humidity to escape, cutting down mildew and corrosion in lockers and around hardware
- Keeps decks clean by stopping bird droppings, pollen, leaves, and dock dust before they stain nonskid or cushions
- Protects electronics at the helm from sun and salt exposure between trips
Custom-Fit vs. Generic Covers
Contenders aren’t one-size boats. Console heights, T-top legs, wide bow flare, and transom rigging vary by series. Generic tarps sag, pool, flap, and can scuff gelcoat. Our model-specific Contender covers are pattern-cut for your exact boat so they:
- Fit clean over bow flare and high freeboard
- Shed water without pooling
- Reduce chafe with reinforced contact points
- Breathe to help prevent mildew
- Install and remove quickly when you’re ready to roll
Note: Our covers are designed for stationary storage (on a trailer, lift, or at the dock). Remove the cover before trailering or getting underway, per our warranty.
Features of Our Contender Boat Covers
- Precision patterns by model: From Contender 25 Bay to offshore rigs like 30 ST, 32 ST, 33 Tournament, 36 FA, 39, and 44 ST, each cover is tailored to your hull and layout.
- T-top & console coverage: Full-height designs for T-tops/hard-tops with smart strap routing around uprights; secure protection for open consoles too.
- Marine-grade fabrics: UV-resistant, water-repellent, breathable textiles built for salt and sun. For year-round outdoor storage, our rugged 9-oz marine polyester is the go-to workhorse; premium solution-dyed options are available for elevated look and colorfastness.
- Reinforced construction: Double-stitched seams, abrasion pads at high-wear points, and heavy-duty tie-downs keep the cover locked in during weather.
- Owner-friendly design: Quick-release buckles and logical strap placement make solo installs straightforward; includes a compact storage bag.
Warranty Coverage
Every Perfect Fit Contender cover is backed by our limited warranty for confidence on and off the water:
- 1-year workmanship coverage (stitching, components, construction)
- Fabric coverage up to 6 years depending on material (with premium options offering the longest terms)
Protect Your Contender Year-Round
You chose Contender for capability and confidence offshore. Protect that investment with a cover that’s built the same way—purpose-driven, tough, and precisely fitted.
Select your model from the dropdown above to order your custom Contender boat cover and keep your rig ready for the next bite.
Frequently Asked Questions - Contender Boat Covers
Which Contender models do you provide covers for?
We offer custom-made T-top and center console covers for a wide range of Contender models, including the 25 Bay, 30 ST, and 44 ST.
How well do these covers handle bad weather?
Our covers are water-resistant and designed to protect your boat from rain and moisture. They aren’t fully waterproof, but they are highly effective in keeping your boat dry in most conditions.
Can I trailer my boat with the cover on?
Yes, our covers are suitable for trailering, offering protection from road debris, dust, and other elements while ensuring your boat stays secure during transportation.
How do I determine the right cover for my Contender boat?
Use our cover selector tool by entering your boat’s make and model to find the best-fitting cover for your Contender vessel.
How do I care for my boat cover?
To maintain your cover, brush off loose dirt regularly and rinse with fresh water. For tougher stains, use mild soap and a soft brush, avoiding harsh chemicals to keep the fabric in good condition over time.
Do you make covers for all Contender series—ST, T, Sport, Tournament, FA, and Bay?
Yes. We have custom patterns for Contender’s full lineup, including 25/27/28/30/32/33/35/36/39 and the 44 ST, plus Bay models like the 21/23/25 Bay. Each cover is cut to the exact console height, T-top style, bow flare, and transom setup of your specific model.
Can your covers accommodate second stations, gap towers, and triple/quad outboards on larger Contenders?
Absolutely. Our patterns and strap layouts account for T-top uprights and second-station supports, and we offer matching outboard engine covers for twin, triple, or quad rigs to protect cowlings and decals while the boat is stored.
Which fabric should I choose if my Contender stays outdoors year-round?
For maximum durability in full-time outdoor exposure, choose our 9-oz marine polyester—it’s rugged, UV-resistant, water-repellent, and breathable. If you want a premium look and colorfastness, our solution-dyed options are excellent; both are backed by multi-year fabric warranty.
