Pioneer 220 Bay Sport Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 22'1"
- Beam: 8'7"
- Dry Weight: 2,550 lbs
- Engine: Single outboard, 150-250 HP
- Fuel Capacity: 81 gallons
- Deadrise: 15°
- Draft: 13"
- Hull Type: One-piece unitized composite (BaySport series)
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 22'1" Pioneer 220 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.
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Install
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 220 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 and shallow-water docks.
Yes. Pattern-cut with reinforced cutouts around the T-Top legs. The fabric wraps the 220 Bay Sport’s unitized hull (15° deadrise, 13” draft) below the hardtop while the roof stays exposed. The Bay Sport has a different hull profile than the Islander and Sportfish models — lower freeboard, wider casting platforms — and the cover is patterned specifically for this variant.
Under 5 minutes solo, no tools. Drape from bow over console and T-Top legs, secure with hem cord and adjustable straps. The 220 Bay Sport’s 22’1” length and 8’7” beam are manageable for one person.
Absolutely. Reinforced at all stress points for highway-speed trailering. Bay boats are among the most frequently trailered fishing platforms, and at 2,550 pounds dry the 220 Bay Sport trailers easily behind most vehicles.
Complete barrier over the 220 Bay Sport’s casting platforms, helm electronics, GPS/fishfinder, rod holders, livewell, Power Pole mounts, and all seating. UV, rain, salt spray, and debris blocked while breathable fabric prevents mildew.
2-year manufacturer warranty. Fabrics rated 5-10 years — complementing Pioneer’s own 7-year transferable warranty plus lifetime structural hull coverage.
Water-resistant with DWR finish. Breathable to prevent mildew — essential for bay boats stored in humid marsh and coastal environments where trapped moisture destroys electronics quickly.
Yes. Pattern-cut to the Pioneer 220 Bay Sport’s standard dimensions (22’1” LOA, 8’7” beam, 15° deadrise, 13” draft) with factory T-Top.
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 220 Bay Sport T-Top Boat Cover — Shallow-Draft Inshore Specialist
The Pioneer 220 Bay Sport measures 22’1” overall with an 8’7” beam, 2,550 pounds dry, and a 15-degree deadrise hull with just 13 inches of draft — Pioneer Boats’ dedicated inshore bay platform that trades offshore deadrise for shallow-water access and the stability to fish standing on the casting deck all day. Built in Walterboro, South Carolina with one-piece unitized composite construction, the 220 Bay Sport handles 150-250 horsepower with 81 gallons of fuel, and Suzuki Marine USA praised its inshore fishing capabilities in their boat test. The 15-degree deadrise delivers a remarkably stable platform for sight-casting redfish and trout in skinny water, while the 8’7” beam provides the room to fight fish from any angle. Pioneer backs every Bay Sport with a 7-year transferable warranty plus lifetime structural hull coverage. A custom-fitted cover from Perfect Fit Boat Covers keeps this inshore specialist sealed between trips.
Bay Boat Fit for the 220’s Shallow-Draft Profile
This cover is pattern-cut for the Pioneer 220 Bay Sport’s unique shallow-draft hull profile, wide casting platforms, bay-specific cockpit layout, and T-Top configuration. The 220’s 15-degree deadrise creates a lower freeboard than the deeper-vee Islander and Sportfish models, and the cover accounts for that different profile. The fabric wraps the unitized composite hull below the hardtop with reinforced cutouts around the T-Top legs, while the white fiberglass hardtop roof stays fully exposed. A hem cord and adjustable straps secure the cover for trailering at highway speeds — bay boats are among the most frequently trailered fishing platforms. Installation takes under five minutes solo. The compact bay option is the Pioneer 175 T-Top boat cover, covering the entry-level 17-foot platform.
Inshore Conditions, Premium Protection
The 220 Bay Sport fishes the most corrosive environments on the water — shallow salt flats, tidal creeks, oyster bars, and brackish marshes where salt concentration is relentless. Pioneer’s unitized composite hull handles the impacts; your cover handles the elements between trips. 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 — essential for bay boats stored in humid coastal environments where mildew is a constant threat. Every cover ships with a 2-year warranty within 1-2 business days. For the flagship Islander, the Pioneer 222 Islander T-Top boat cover covers the 22-foot family platform with its 97-gallon fuel range and 80-quart Engel cooler.
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