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Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Key Takeaways A boat cover is essential for protecting your vessel from environmental damage. It helps prevent mold, mildew, and pest infestations. Boat covers reduce maintenance costs and save time on cleaning. They act as a deterrent against theft and unauthorized access. Custom-fit covers provide optimal protection during storage and transit. Table of contents Navigating Boating Essentials: Why You Need a Boat Cover Key Takeaways Introduction Surefire Shield Against the Elements Spearheading Damage Control Unwavering Sanitation Soldiers Mold and Mildew No More Deterring Theft and Prying Eyes Cost-Effective Comrade Keeping Pests at Bay Custom-Fit Purchases […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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  From install, to cleaning, to warranty, these are our most frequently asked questions. Check out our YouTube video where we address these same questions!   Are your covers trailerable? Our covers are not meant to be trailered. They are for storage purposes only. Trailering with your cover will void your warranty.   What are the differences in the fabric options? We offer 8oz, 9oz, and Sunbrella fabric options. Our 9oz is going to be our lightest option with a 5 year warranty and Sunbrella is our heaviest option with a 6 year warranty. Our 9oz fabric is a solution-dyed […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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    Welcome back to another round of A Look Into LaPorte where we introduce you to our shipping team! Cindy runs a great one-man-show over in shipping and does a fantastic job!   Once our quality control team has finished folding each cover, they then take the folded cover over to our shipping station\u2013 that\u2019s when Cindy steps in and works her magic! Her job is to work with our carriers to make sure all of your products get out of the door safely and on time! She also works alongside our sales team to ensure shipping times are […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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By now, we\u2019ve covered several of our departments including sales, design, and some of our production team. To finish out production, we have our CNC team which are the individuals that cut all of the material for your product. It\u2019s up to them to cut the right pattern to ensure proper fit.\u00a0   Our CNC team\u2019s job is to grab the correct fabric that you\u2019ve chosen for your cover whether that be 8oz, 9oz, or Sunbrella, and also the correct color. Once they get the correct fabric, it\u2019s up to them to cut it into blanks on the cutting machine […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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We hope you all have enjoyed this series so far and have liked getting to know our team members! In our last blog, you were able to meet part of our production crew: our blanks and webbing and binding team. For this next one, we will be covering our next production sector, hemming.\u00a0\u00a0   After our blanks and webbing and binding team has completed their portion of the cover, it then goes to our hemming team. Their first step is to get the cover out of the basket that has been placed there by the previous team. From there, they […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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    For this next installment of A Look Into LaPorte, we will be covering our production department. Our production team includes all of the seamstresses and tailors that craft your covers, shades, and curtains. On our production floor, there are three different tables that all contribute to your finished product, each having its own purpose and procedures. Because our production team is so large and there are so many different moving pieces, we are going to break it up into three different parts, starting with table 1: blanks and webbing and binding.   Our blanks\/webbing and binding team is […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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  For part 2 of A Look Into LaPorte, we\u2019re featuring our design team. Our design team are the ones that acquire all of the boat patterns we have in our system which allows us to create our covers. This all starts with the digitization process. Before your order makes its way into production, it must first be digitally designed by one of our expert designers. The software we use allows us to digitize the measurements of your boat to then create a 3D pattern, allowing us to craft that perfect fit.\u00a0   Once your boat is digitized using our […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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If you know LaPorte, you know we pride ourselves on our people. We firmly believe that a place is only as good as its people. You know we manufacture boat covers and shades\u2013 what does that entail? Who does that entail? You know we have seamstresses and tailors that physically make your cover, but what else goes into the process? In order to gain a better understanding of the people and departments that keep the wheel turning here, we think it\u2019s important to give you a look into the people at LaPorte and what they do by diving into each […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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Let\u2019s get you covered!   Congratulations! You are now the proud owner of a LaPorte Product T-Top Boat Cover! We\u2019ve helped you answer all the questions leading up to your purchase but now, you\u2019re probably asking \u201chow do I install it?\u201d Relax, we\u2019ve got you covered.   To begin installation of your cover, stand inside your boat.   Locate the royal blue strap located on your T-Top Boat Cover. Attach the strap to the front center bar beneath your t-top.   If you do not have a center bar to attach the royal blue strap to, an additional strap connector […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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  The weather is warming up and boating season is finally here!\u00a0 With boat lovers beginning to plan long days out on the water, LaPorte Products Boat Shade Kits and Harbor Shade Kits have become hot commodities for keeping you cool and protected while on board. Yet which one is right for your marine needs? While both the Boat Shade Kit and Harbor Shade Kit are similar in construction and the materials used, there are notable differences between the two. If you’re looking to purchase one of our Boat Shades or Harbor Shades, here\u2019s what you need to know: LaPorte […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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    Haven\u2019t quite mastered the art of fishing yet? Catching fish is a blast, but can also be tricky. There are a few key steps you\u2019ll need to follow in order to increase your chances of catching. Whether you\u2019re wanting to catch more fish, or you\u2019ve never caught one at all, we\u2019re here to help and provide a few tips!   License: Before thinking about tools you\u2019ll need or where you\u2019ll fish, you\u2019ll first need to purchase a fishing license. Depending on where you live, there\u2019s usually a small fee associated with this.   Gear: A spinning rod and […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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  Having a solid marine cooler for your boating days is key. A cooler is one area you don\u2019t want to be too frugal with, but also don\u2019t want to spend an arm and a leg on. You\u2019re going to want a cooler that will keep your food and drinks cold all day\u2014let\u2019s get real, those are the best parts of a boat day. When seeking out the right cooler for you, you want to consider size, insulation, hinges, and cost. Coolers come in quality levels, so we\u2019ve gathered a short list of some of our personal marine cooler favorites […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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    At LaPorte, we firmly believe this truth: A place is only as good as its people. Whether that be where you work, where you live, where you go to school, where you get coffee every morning, or where you like to adventure, the people you encounter are what truly make it special. In 1976, LaPorte opened its doors with a total of 5 employees. Today, we are proud to say that our family has grown to more than 40. Our company has seen tremendous growth since our inception, and with that growth comes significant change; we\u2019ve moved to […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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  Have you ever been curious about what happens between the time you order your LaPorte product to the time it ends up at your door? Here at LaPorte, we understand that everything begins with strong, efficient, interior processes. Ours are designed with two things in mind: the quality of craftsmanship and the needs of the customer. From start to finish, we pursue excellence in our customer service, the materials we use, the way we design, and how we craft our products.\u00a0     Design:   Before your order makes its way into production, it must first be digitally designed […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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  Since our inception in 1976, LaPorte Products has been manufacturing premier marine accessories for the marine industry, designed especially so you and yours can get the most out of your investment and every minute spent on the water. We hold ourselves to high standards of quality in all aspects, from each individual member of our team to each individual piece of fabric we use. Our LaPorte family is made up of highly skilled, creative, and passionate individuals who work diligently every day handcrafting products that, in every single detail, are unrivaled. What makes them so supreme, you ask? Well, […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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The 330 LXF is the perfect combination of superior craftsmanship and ingenuity. Smartly-designed and ready for entertaining, cruising, and fishing. Ample storage throughout, comfortable seating options, and an inner console berth below with an electric marine head and overhead lighting.   Specifications:\u00a0 Length: 32′ 9″ (9.98 m) Beam: 10′ 4″ (3.15 m) Fuel Capacity: 265 gal (1,003 L) Holding Tank Capacity: 12 gal (45 L) Draft: 27″ (0.69 m) Dry Weight w\/o Engines (aprx) 9,545 lbs (4,330 kg) Fresh Water Capacity 22 gal (83 L) Recommended Cruising HP 600 HP (448 kW) Max HP 900 HP (671 kW) Deadrise 24 […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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  By now, you have probably noticed that T-Top Boat Covers has undergone a rebrand over the past year, with the launch of a new website just recently. Now with a fresh new name and look, LaPorte is the new frontier, pioneering in creating quality products to serve boating enthusiasts around the world.   Though we may look a bit different now, our priorities are still the same – keeping YOU, our customers, at the center of everything.\u00a0\u00a0   We are excited about where we are going, but we know it is also important to reflect on where we have […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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Summer is winding down and boating season is coming to a close.\u00a0   Are you and your boat prepared for the off-season? Stay protected with LaPorte       Another incredible boating season has come and gone, and it is time to make sure your investment is prepared with the essentials it needs to be protected during the off-season.\u00a0 No matter where you store your boat – on a lift, trailer, jet dock, or otherwise – it is important to know what you need to protect it from the elements in the coming seasons. This is where we come in. […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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  As a boater, it\u2019s important to think about where and how to store your investment. From dry stacks to jet docks, there are a variety of options for you to consider. While the LaPorte T-Top Cover is not made for in-water storage, they are designed however, for storage in the following locations. Thinking about what storage option is best for you? There are a variety of choices for you.\u00a0   Trailer: Some people simply prefer to use their boat trailers for transporting and storing their vessel. Most of the time, people will keep their trailers on their property, either […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>

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The 2700 Open is a new, highly versatile vessel that combines the forward deck space of a bay boat with the open cockpit of a center console. According to Pathfinder, \u201cnow there\u2019s a boat that allows you to chase it all without limits or boundaries.\u201d Here\u2019s all the details:\u00a0\u00a0   Beam: 9ft 4in Deadrise: 18 deg Draft:17in Fuel Capacity: 95\/126 gal LOA: 27ft 00in Maximum HP: 450 hp Weight (approx. w\/ engine): 6,000 lbs (w\/ 425XTO) Steering and Handling Standard: Electronic Optimus Power Steering Hydraulic Jack Plate w\/ blinker switch (6 in) Trim tabs Upgrade: Steering wheel upgrade: Edson w\/ […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>","max_pages":2}