Pioneer 175 Bay Sport Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): ~17'10"
- Beam: ~7'4"
- Dry Weight: ~1,300 lbs
- Engine: Single outboard, max ~115 HP
- Fuel Capacity: ~40 gallons
- Hull Type: One-piece unitized composite (BaySport series)
Cover Features
- Fabric Options: 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric or premium Sunbrella acrylic
- Coverage Type: Full boat cover encloses entire vessel including console and engine
- 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 Pioneer 175 Bay 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.
| Weight | 22 lbs |
|---|---|
| Fabric | 9oz Polyester |
Install
Please watch the video below for installation instructions!
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 175 Bay Sport cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed marine polyester, 7oz solution-dyed polyester, and premium Sunbrella acrylic. All solution-dyed for permanent fade resistance — especially important for bay boats that spend long hours in direct sun on exposed flats.
Yes. This center console cover fully encloses the entire 175 Bay Sport in a single tent-like shape that peaks at the console and slopes smoothly to the rubrail in all directions. The outboard engine is completely hidden inside — no secondary bumps, no gaps, one clean silhouette.
Under 5 minutes solo. Drape over the bow, pull back over console and engine, secure with hem cord and adjustable straps. The 175 Bay Sport’s compact ~17’10” length makes it especially easy to cover single-handed.
Absolutely. Reinforced at all stress points for highway-speed trailering. Bay boats are among the most frequently trailered fishing platforms, and at ~1,300 pounds the 175 Bay Sport trailers behind almost anything.
Yes — the full-enclosure design covers the entire boat including the outboard engine, helm electronics, GPS/fishfinder, 18-gallon livewell, rod holders, and all seating. Every surface gets UV, rain, salt, and debris protection.
No. The Bay Sport and Venture have different deck layouts. Each gets its own custom pattern. Check the Pioneer 175 Venture CC cover for the Venture variant.
2-year manufacturer warranty. Fabrics rated 5-10 years — complementing Pioneer’s 7-year transferable warranty plus lifetime hull coverage.
Water-resistant with DWR finish. Breathable to prevent mildew — essential for a full-enclosure cover on a bay boat stored in humid marsh environments.
9oz: Navy, Black, Charcoal. Sunbrella: expanded palette. All solution-dyed for permanent fade resistance.
Flat $30 per cover, continental US. Ships within 1-2 business days in a protective storage bag.
Pioneer 175 Bay Sport Center Console Boat Cover — Full-Enclosure Compact Bay Protection
The Pioneer 175 Bay Sport measures approximately 17’10” overall with a 7’4” beam and roughly 1,300 pounds dry — Pioneer Boats’ compact bay boat platform built in Walterboro, South Carolina with one-piece unitized composite construction. The hull, full-length stringer system, and deck are bonded as a single structural unit with closed-cell foam flotation exceeding USCG specs by more than double — making the 175 Bay Sport unsinkable by design. With an 18-gallon aerated livewell, rod holders, and a layout optimized for shallow-water inshore fishing, the Bay Sport variant prioritizes casting access and fishability over the Venture’s family amenities. Pioneer backs every Bay Sport with a 7-year transferable warranty plus lifetime structural hull coverage. A center console curtain complements this full-enclosure cover for layered protection options.
Full-Enclosure Fit for the Bay Sport’s Compact Layout
This center console cover drapes over the entire Pioneer 175 Bay Sport in a single smooth tent-like shape — peaking at the center console and sloping evenly down to the rubrail in all directions, with the outboard engine fully enclosed inside the cover. No secondary bumps, no gaps — just one clean silhouette that seals out UV, rain, salt spray, and debris from every surface. A hem cord and adjustable straps secure the cover for trailering at highway speeds. Installation takes under five minutes solo. The companion CC is the Pioneer 175 Venture center console boat cover, covering the family-oriented Venture variant with the same full-enclosure precision.
Bay Boat Conditions, Premium Full-Enclosure Fabric
The 175 Bay Sport fishes the most corrosive inshore environments — shallow salt flats, tidal creeks, and oyster-studded shorelines. The full-enclosure cover seals every surface against that relentless salt exposure. 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 — especially important for a full-enclosure cover where trapped moisture needs an escape path. Every cover ships with a 2-year warranty within 1-2 business days. For the T-Top version, the Pioneer 180 Islander T-Top boat cover covers the next model up with hardtop-compatible coverage.
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