Contender 24 Sport Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 24'6"
- Beam: 8'6"
- Dry Weight: ~5,250 lbs
- Engine: Single Yamaha F300, max 300 HP
- Fuel Capacity: 130 gallons
- Draft: ~18"
- Hull Type: Deep-V, 22.5° deadrise, hand-laminated fiberglass with PVC core
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 24'6" Contender 24 Sport 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 Contender 24 Sport cover comes in 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric (5-7 years UV protection) or premium Sunbrella acrylic (8-10 years). Both fabrics are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and engineered for harsh marine conditions.
Yes. The cover features reinforced pattern-cut openings that fit precisely around the 24 Sport's T-Top support legs. The fiberglass hardtop remains exposed while the cover wraps and protects the hull and cockpit below.
Installation takes under 5 minutes with no tools needed. Drape the cover over the boat, align the cutouts around the T-Top legs, and secure with the adjustable strap-and-buckle tie-downs at the rubrail.
Yes. The cover is fully reinforced for highway-speed trailering. At 5,250 lbs dry, the 24 Sport is manageable for single-axle trailering, and the cover stays snug at highway speeds.
Absolutely. The cover creates a complete protective barrier over the helm station, Yamaha gauges, GPS, fish finder, leaning post upholstery, and all cockpit surfaces from UV, rain, salt, and debris.
Every Contender 24 Sport cover includes a 2-year manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. The 9oz fabric lasts 5-7 years; Sunbrella lasts 8-10 years.
The cover is water-resistant with a DWR coating that causes rain to bead and shed off. It's breathable to prevent trapped moisture and mildew — critical for boats stored in Florida's humid conditions.
Yes. This cover is designed for the Contender 24 Sport (also known as the 24S) with a factory T-Top across production years. Hull dimensions are consistent, ensuring a precision fit.
The 9oz fabric is available in Navy, Black, and Charcoal. The Sunbrella acrylic adds additional color options. All colors are solution-dyed for maximum UV fade resistance.
Yes. Free standard shipping is included on all Contender 24 Sport T-Top covers within the continental United States. Orders ship within 1-2 business days.
⏱️ 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
Contender 24 Sport T-Top Boat Cover — All-Day Offshore Confidence
The Contender 24 Sport is the sweet spot in Contender’s lineup — a 24-foot 6-inch center console with an 8’6″ beam, 22.5-degree deadrise, and 130 gallons of fuel capacity that delivers genuine all-day offshore range on a single 300-horsepower outboard. At 5,250 pounds dry, the 24S rides with the stability of a larger boat while remaining practical for single-axle trailering. Contender’s hand-laminated fiberglass construction with structural PVC core and vinyl ester resins gives this hull a strength-to-weight ratio that keeps fuel burn under 2.5 mpg at cruise. Whether you need shade while fishing or a windbreak at anchor, pair this cover with our boat shade kits for complete sun protection.
Custom-Fitted to the 24 Sport’s Dual-Purpose Layout
Contender designed the 24 Sport to transition seamlessly between offshore fishing and family cruising — a spacious forward seating area, insulated fish boxes, livewells, and a helm station built around Yamaha’s F300 outboard. Our cover is pattern-cut to follow the 24 Sport’s exact dimensions, wrapping around the T-Top legs and draping over the elevated console, leaning post, and gunwale bolsters. The strap-and-buckle system locks down at the rubrail in under five minutes, and the cover is reinforced for highway-speed trailering. With an 18-inch draft, the 24 Sport can access shallower ramps — and our cover ensures it arrives ready to fish. For the inshore counterpart in the Contender family, see our Contender 23 Open T-Top cover for the dedicated open fisherman platform.
Protection That Matches Contender’s 40-Year Standard
Joe Neber doesn’t cut corners in Homestead — hand-laminating every hull instead of spraying chopper gun fiberglass — and our covers meet that same philosophy. The 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric delivers 5–7 years of UV-stable, water-repellent protection in the same brutal Florida conditions where every Contender is sea-trialed. Sunbrella acrylic extends that to 8–10 years for owners who want the longest-lasting protection available. Double-stitched seams, hem cord at the rubrail, and a 2-year manufacturer warranty ensure your 24 Sport looks showroom-fresh for years to come. When you’re ready for Contender’s ultimate offshore machine, our Contender 44 ST T-Top cover fits the quad-outboard flagship.
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