Chaos 21 Tarpon Bay Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 20'4"
- Beam: 8'2"
- Dry Weight: ~2,000 lbs (estimated)
- Engine: Single outboard, 200 HP max
- Fuel Capacity: 53 gallons
- Draft: 11"
- Hull Type: Shallow-draft center console, fiberglass
Cover Features
- Fabric Options: 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric or premium Sunbrella
- Coverage Type: Center console cover fully encloses hull, cockpit, and outboard motor
- Construction: Double-stitched seams, UV-resistant thread, adjustable strap-and-buckle system
- Durability: Solution-dyed fabric (5-7 years); Sunbrella (8-10 years)
- Fit: Custom-fitted to 20'4" Chaos 21 Tarpon Bay center console specifications
- Protection: UV-resistant, water-repellent, mildew-resistant, breathable
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.
| Weight | 31 lbs |
|---|---|
| Fabric | 9oz Polyester |
Install
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Chaos 21 Tarpon Bay cover is offered in two solution-dyed marine fabrics. The 9oz solution-dyed polyester provides 5 to 7 years of reliable protection and is ideal for trailer-kept boats. The Sunbrella marine fabric upgrade delivers 8 to 10 years of coverage with superior UV resistance for boats stored outdoors year-round.
The cover forms a tent-like shape that peaks at the center console — the tallest fixed point on the boat — and slopes down smoothly in all directions to the gunwales. The entire hull, cockpit, console, and outboard engine are fully enclosed beneath one continuous canopy.
Installation takes under five minutes with one person. Position the cover so it peaks at the center console, spread the fabric over the bow, sides, and stern, then cinch the adjustable strap-and-buckle tie-downs at the rubrail. No tools, snaps, or grommets are involved.
Yes. The cover is reinforced at all stress points for highway-speed trailering. The strap-and-buckle system locks the fabric tight against the hull, preventing flutter and shifting during transport.
Yes. The center console cover completely encloses the Chaos 21 Tarpon Bay from bow to transom, including the outboard motor. Console electronics, gauges, rod holders, livewells, and all deck hardware are fully protected from UV, salt, rain, and debris.
Every Chaos 21 Tarpon Bay center console cover ships with a 2-year workmanship warranty covering stitching, seams, and all hardware components.
The cover is water-repellent and sheds rain effectively. It is breathable by design to allow airflow and prevent moisture and mildew buildup underneath — particularly important for boats stored in the humid subtropical climates where shallow-draft skiffs like the Tarpon Bay typically operate.
The cover fits the Chaos 21 Tarpon Bay with factory console dimensions and standard deck layout across all production years. If your boat has aftermarket modifications that change the console height or profile, contact us for fitment verification.
The cover is available in solution-dyed colors including Navy, Black, and Charcoal. The solution-dyeing process locks color into the fiber before weaving, so the fabric maintains its appearance through years of harsh sun and saltwater exposure.
Shipping is a flat rate per cover with 1 to 2 business day delivery anywhere in the continental United States. Your cover arrives packaged and ready for immediate installation.
Chaos 21 Tarpon Bay Center Console Boat Cover — Skinny-Water Specialist Deserves All-Weather Armor
The Chaos Boatworks 21 Tarpon Bay is a 20’4″ center console purpose-built for shallow-water inshore fishing. Drawing just 11 inches of water, the Tarpon Bay reaches flats, creeks, and backwater shorelines that deeper-draft boats cannot access. An 8’2″ beam provides stability on the casting platform, a single outboard up to 200 HP delivers confident performance, and 53 gallons of fuel gives this skiff enough range for a full day chasing redfish, snook, or tarpon across the backcountry. Our custom center console cover wraps the entire Chaos 21 Tarpon Bay in a single tent-like canopy — peaking at the console and sloping down over bow, gunwales, and transom to fully enclose the cockpit, console, and outboard engine beneath one protective shell. Sun, salt, and storm water stay outside while the boat stays dock-ready. Discover custom-fitted covers for hundreds of fishing boats at Perfect Fit Boat Covers.
Tailored to the 21 Tarpon Bay’s Shallow-Draft Layout
The Chaos 21 Tarpon Bay cover is patterned for this model’s raised center console, forward casting deck, aft platform, rod holders, and shallow-running hull profile. The cover peaks at the console — the highest point on the boat — and drapes down across the full 8’2″ beam, enclosing the 200 HP outboard at the stern and extending to the rubrail on every side. Installation takes one person under five minutes with the adjustable strap-and-buckle system — no snaps, no grommets, no tools. The 21 Tarpon Bay is a trailering boat by nature, and this cover is reinforced at every stress point for confident highway transport. For a comparable 21-foot fishing platform, explore the Frontier 21 center console cover — another lightweight bay boat built for inshore work.
Protection That Matches Chaos Boatworks Toughness
Chaos Boatworks built the Tarpon Bay series to handle the demands of shallow-water fishing — oyster bars, mangrove roots, and relentless subtropical sun. The cover protecting your 21 Tarpon Bay should be equally resilient. Our 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric offers 5 to 7 years of dependable UV and weather protection, well-suited for boats that trailer regularly between fishing spots. For year-round outdoor storage in coastal humidity, upgrade to Sunbrella marine fabric for 8 to 10 years of service life with exceptional color retention. Both options are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and breathable to prevent trapped moisture. Every seam is double-stitched with UV-resistant thread, and a 2-year workmanship warranty covers every cover we ship. Inshore anglers looking for a similar platform may also want the Tidewater 210 LXF center console cover — another proven bay boat built for productive days on the water.
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