Abstract: A connector facilitates securing a boat canvas to a boat frame. One portion of a conventional snap is attached to a boat surface in a known manner. The complementary portion of the snap forms part of a two-sided connector, including a surrounding component with one half of a repositionable fastener facing away from the boat surface. In this manner, a boat canvas including the other half of the repositionable fastener can be readily secured to the boat. Preferably, a connecting force between the first and second halves of the repositionable fastener is greater than a connecting force of the first and second halves of the snap connector so that the two-sided connectors remain attached to the canvas when the canvas is removed. With this structure, the boat company can install the snaps in the windshield earlier in the boat assembly process, and the connector allows for adjustment in the field to compensate for shrinkage, stretching, etc. of the boat canvas.

Abstract: It comprises a lower area (1), an upper area (2) or deck, a height-movable roof (3) forming part of the craft and drive means allowing to automatically cover or uncover the upper area (2) that comprise hydraulically driven telescopic bars (4). The roof (3) of the deck includes solar panels for clean energy generation and their design keeps the external aesthetic line of the craft when it is in closed position. Means for activation of the roof (3) are provided in the craft allowing to drive it from the interior thereof.

Abstract: A rear deck pad cover for the rear deck pad of a power boat. The rear deck pad cover is designed to protect an upholstered rear deck pad, and yet stow in a compact easily managed package that minimizes the consumption of limited storage space. The rear deck pad cover has a tailored rectangular shape with a pocket along one side that is particularly configured to cling to the rear deck cover when it is applied thereto. The rear deck pad cover protects the rear deck pad upholstery from damage, staining or fading, and it allows for quick and easy insertion and removal.

Abstract: This invention includes an adjustable boat top, that can be lowered in order to permit the boat to travel under bridges and other obstructions that might otherwise preclude the passage or movement of the boat. The boat top is lowered as the boat top slides forward to the front to the boat. The top frame of the boat top is supported by a forward frame and a rearward frame, which may be connected to pivots on the deck surface. In lowering the boat top, the pivots are unlocked so that the forward frame and rearward frame can pivot forward. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the raising and lowering of the boat top uses a piston assist, but the raising and lowering of the boat top can also be done manually. Preferably, the area of the boat from the pivots out to the side of the boat are not impeded by the boat top in either raised or lowered positions.

Abstract: A cover fastening system for affixing a cover to an object, e.g., a boat. A generally U-shaped retaining clip is affixed to the cover and is sized to fit about and selectively engage an outwardly protruding portion of the boat. In one embodiment, the retaining clip engages an aluminum extruded rail positioned generally about the perimeter of the boat. The retaining clip includes a retaining clip hook and the outwardly extending portion of the boat includes a protrusion. The retaining clip hook engages the protrusion to hold the retaining clip in place. The retaining clip hook is preferably positioned on a leg of the generally U-shaped retaining clip, which, in use, maintains a generally horizontal position. With this configuration, a generally horizontal force may be applied to the retaining clip to operably position same and engage the retaining clip hook with the protrusion.

Abstract: A fitting bracket, which may be compiled from one or a pair of interconnecting Tees, may include the application and securement of a cap, for accommodating a fastener for holding any type of a lamp to the bracket for its application to the side rail of a boat, for securement to the supporting structure of a vehicle, or any other tubular support. The pair of such Tees may be combined together, perpendicularly arranged, so that the lower modified T may snap onto the side rail of, for example, a boat, while the upper T may accommodate the insertion of the handle of a rod and reel or other fishing pole therein, during usage. In addition, a singular Tee may be modified for snap bracketing onto the side rail of a boat, and hold other framework that forms a grid work of frames over and above the boat, for supporting covering material, camouflaged cloth, or any other type of protective covering.

Abstract: A T-top apparatus for a boat is described in which the rigid framework of the T-top apparatus supports a built-in boat helm seat, seat backrest and other optional attachments. The rigid framework can be secured by bolts to the boat deck only, providing a convenient and effective manner in which to mount the T-top apparatus without requiring additional mounting hardware to fix the T-top structure to either the seat or center console helm. In an optional configuration, the T-top apparatus is formed in two sections with an upper section bearing the canvas roof and the lower section having the boat helm seat mounted therein. The upper section could be pivotally mounted to the lower section to permit the upper section to be pivotally lowered into a lowered configuration in which the overall height of the T-top apparatus is substantially at the same height of the boat helm seat.

Abstract: An articulated arm attachment for use in handling a boat windshield. The attachment includes an elongated vertical member including a top end and a bottom end. The top end of the vertical member is adapted for connection to the articulated arm. The attachment also includes a windshield holding assembly having a suction device for holding the windshield via vacuum pressure. The suction device is connected to a mounting structure that is positioned adjacent to the bottom end of the vertical member. The mounting structure is pivotally moveable relative to the vertical member about a horizontal axis. The attachment further includes a catch member connected to the mounting structure for catching the windshield if the windshield accidentally disengages from the suction device.

Abstract: A boat having chairs which are swingably mounted in transversely spaced relation at opposite sidewalls of the boat. The boat includes a lower deck and a vertically spaced upper deck, the latter extending generally in a single plane and generally substantially continuously across the boat's interior at the level of the upper surface of the sidewalls of the boat, to effectively shed substantially all high wave water. Each of the chairs has a supporting pedestal mounted at or above the top deck along the upper surface of both boat sidewalls, so the swinging seat of the chair can be swung outside the boat sidewalls. Each chair is pivotally mounted upon the upper surface of a swinging frame which encircles the chair's pedestal, and its axis of pivot relative to the frame is disposed at the front of the chair, which provides a force opposing the force vectors presented by high waves, and facilitates movement of the chair for greater comfort and safety.

Abstract: A cover for a towable water recreation vehicle has top and bottom flat members attached together to form an enclosure for the towable water recreation vehicle. The outer surface of the cover further includes an external pocket for storage of a carrying container. A water recreation vehicle is placed between the top and bottom members of the cover and is then inflated for use. During use, the carrying container is stored in the external, closable pocket. After use, the vehicle is at least partially deflated and the cover and vehicle are folded as a single unit, with the vehicle remaining inside the cover, and stored in the carrying container. The vehicle and cover can then be removed from the carrying container and easily prepared for use again without any need for construction or for locating each separate element.

Abstract: Apparatus for protecting a hull of a watercraft floating in a body of water includes a waterproof shroud of flexible sheet material suspended from a collar which is floatable in the body of water. The collar includes a buoyant forward section and a controllably buoyant rearward section pivotally connected to the rearward section for pivotal movement between a horizontal floating position and a sunken position. The rearward section includes an interior chamber and an opening or channel that extends from the chamber to provide a water flow path between the chamber and the surrounding body of water. Controllably, the chamber may be filled either with air from an external source of pressurized air or may be allowed to flood through the channel with water from the surrounding body of water. When the chamber is flooded, the rearward section is non-buoyant and pivots to its sunken position. When the chamber is filled with sufficient air, the rearward section becomes buoyant and pivots to its floating position.

Abstract: A collapsible frame for a cloth or canvas-like top for a boat, having latching members which retain the collapsible frame to a plurality of mounting brackets secured to the boat frame. The latching members allow for the boat frame to be quickly orientated in either an open position, providing protection to the occupants of the boat, a closed position, used to store the frame on the boat when not in use, or a travel position, securing the boat cover frame in a manner sufficient to allow movement of the boat on a trailer. In changing the position of the frame, the latching member may be disconnected from the mounting brackets without the use of tools or removable parts that may be lost or misplaced. Additionally, the latching members include a pair of wings including retaining ridges which allow a latching of frame members to one another, securing frame members not in use during various configurations of the collapsible frame.

Abstract: The present invention provides systems and methods for a watercraft cover and trailer. In accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the watercraft cover includes a top cover and a bottom cover, which mate to enclose a watercraft. The top and bottom covers are connected via a gooseneck gas-actuated style hinge for easy opening and closing of the watercraft cover. Adjustable runner boards mounted to the bottom cover allow for easy entry and exit of the watercraft into and out of the watercraft cover. A ring and strap system allow the watercraft to be secured in the watercraft cover, so that transport is possible. Angled flanges on the top and bottom covers provide for easy entry and exit of the watercraft into and out of the watercraft cover and substantially prevent vibration of the watercraft cover. A hole in the bottom cover allows for access to the watercraft even when the watercraft cover is closed and/or locked.

Abstract: To enhance the joint strength between the hull and the deck of a water craft and reduce the number of steps needed for joining the hull and the deck, a water craft body is constructed by joining the hull and the deck together at their peripheral regions, applying a protector strip of extruded material to the joint between the hull and the deck peripherally of the water craft body and installing fasteners, such as self-tapping screws or rivets, through the protector strip and through the peripheral regions of the hull and deck for integrating the protector strip and the peripheral regions of the hull and the deck. Formed in the outer surface of the protector strip is a positioning groove that facilitates locating the positions of fasteners about the peripheral joint between the hull and the deck of the water craft.

Abstract: The underwater exterior surface of a watercraft is covered by a deformable protective covering formed from compartmental sections that are dimensionally sized, shaped and mechanically connected to each other for effective attachment of the assembled covering to and removal from the hull of the watercraft. The protective covering is of a cross-sectional construction arranged to provide protection against the damaging effects of underwater explosions by minimizing related adverse physical effects on the entire hull of the watercraft as well as mechanical and electrical components associated therewith.

Abstract: A two-piece boat cover for use with open fishing boats as well as boats with a single console or double console is described.

Abstract: A watercraft has a collapsible privacy compartment that accommodates an adult when the compartment is opened. The privacy compartment includes a cover that is movably connected to the deck and a flexible curtain that is connected to the cover. When the privacy compartment is closed, the cover at least partially conceals the privacy compartment within the deck. When the privacy compartment is opened, the cover at least partially supports the deployed privacy compartment. The cover may simultaneously function as an engine cover.

Abstract: The present invention provides an awning, which is excellent in the appearance and the opening and closing operation. Roof cover 3 having a light shielding effect is provided so as to hang down forward above open cabin 2 of cruiser C, transparent window panel 4 is provided and inclined to be in parallel with said roof cover 3, said window panel 4 is made to freely open and close by sliding in the space X between the front end of the roof cover 3 and the front portion of the open cabin at the front side of the roof cover, the opening and closing operability of the window panel 4 is made excellent, and in particular, when the window panel 4 is closed, the form becomes streamline in appearance in which the wind is directed to fall forward from the window panel 4 to the roof cover 3.

Abstract: An articulated arm attachment for use in handling a boat windshield. The attachment includes an elongated vertical member including a top end and a bottom end. The top end of the vertical member is adapted for connection to the articulated arm. The attachment also includes a windshield holding assembly having a suction device for holding the windshield via vacuum pressure. The suction device is connected to a mounting structure that is positioned adjacent to the bottom end of the vertical member. The mounting structure is pivotally moveable relative to the vertical member about a horizontal axis. The attachment further includes a catch member connected to the mounting structure for catching the windshield if the windshield accidentally disengages from the suction device.

Abstract: A boat cover assembly utilizes a windshield bottom trim element which mounts a boat windshield to also mount a boat cover or canopy. The windshield bottom trim element comprises an upper portion defining a windshield receiving channel, a bottom portion having a generally convex outer lower surface. a substantially hollow interior, and a side access opening, and a middle portion comprising a fastener-receiving side opening. A number of different types of fasteners may be received within the fastener-receiving side opening, each connected, or connectable, to a fabric (such as canvas) which can cover the windshield, and also serve as a boat top. The fastener may have a substantially flat first face, a second face having a stem, and first and second flexible projections extending outwardly from the stem, and fabric substantially permanently attached to the elongated body by stitching. The flexible projections may be received by undercut recesses at the access to the fastener-receiving side opening.

Abstract: The invention is generally directed to a foldable door and sidewall, and more particularly, to a foldable door and sidewall suitable for use with tents, awnings, restaurant patio shielding, and other protective enclosures. The invention is also directed to methods for retrofitting a protective enclosure (e.g., frame structure associated with a collapsible tent) with a foldable door or sidewall, as well as to kits for accomplishing the same.

Abstract: A convertible cover for protecting a personal watercraft and increasing the carrying capacity of the personal watercraft. The convertible cover consists primarily of a watertight, unitary hull which, when placed on the personal watercraft, encloses substantially all of the upper portion of the personal watercraft to protect the part of the personal watercraft above the hull and the billage seam. To increase the carrying capacity of the personal watercraft, the convertible cover can be placed in the water and towed behind the personal watercraft. Cargo or a seat can be placed within the hull.

Abstract: A boat cover assembly utilizes a windshield bottom trim element which mounts a boat windshield to also mount a boat cover or canopy. The windshield bottom trim element comprises an upper portion defining a windshield receiving channel, a bottom portion having a generally convex outer lower surface, a substantially hollow interior, and a side access opening, and a middle portion comprising a fastener-receiving side opening. A number of different types of fasteners may be received within the fastener-receiving side opening, each connected, or connectable, to a fabric (such as canvas) which can cover the windshield, and also serve as a boat top. The fastener may have a substantially flat first face, a second face having a stem, and first and second flexible projections extending outwardly from the stem, and fabric substantially permanently attached to the elongated body by stitching. The flexible projections may be received by undercut recesses at the access to the fastener-receiving side opening.

Abstract: A camper back assembly for attachment to a boat includes a plurality of strut members having one end anchored to the boat, with the end opposite ends of the strut members anchored to the awning or boat structure. The length of the strut members is greater than the linear distance between the anchor points on the boat transom and the awning to provide a dome-like support for a cover portion which is releaseably secured to the boat.

Abstract: A shade cover assembly adapted to be carried on a tower above the cockpit area of a pleasure boat, said shade cover assembly including a generally opaque cover, a cover fixture adapted to be carried by said tower for containing the cover in a rolled up state when in the retracted position and a frame for tensioning said cover when said cover is withdrawn from said fixture and is extended in a generally horizontal position above the cockpit area.

Abstract: A shirt is made of light weight, breathable and liquid moisture repellent fabrics. The shirt body includes at least one of two types of stretchable fabric. One type is mono-directionally elastic and the other is orthogonally bi-directionally elastic. The shirt includes one or more gusset panels positioned at or near the hem. The hem of the shirt can be stretched over the coaming of an open cockpit vessel, such as a kayak. Thus the shirt can serve as a combination dry top and spray skirt for a kayak paddler, especially in low to moderate turbulence water conditions. The shirt is comfortable, thin and sufficiently stylish to be worn in activities other than boating, including sporting and non-sporting activities.

Abstract: A cover fastening system for affixing a cover to an object, e.g., a boat. A generally U-shaped retaining clip is affixed to the cover and is sized to fit about and selectively engage an outwardly protruding portion of the boat. In one embodiment, the retaining clip engages an aluminum extruded rail positioned generally about the perimeter of the boat. The retaining clip includes a retaining clip hook and the outwardly extending portion of the boat includes a protrusion. The retaining clip hook engages the protrusion to hold the retaining clip in place. The retaining clip hook is preferably positioned on a leg of the generally U-shaped retaining clip, which, in use, maintains a generally horizontal position. With this configuration, a generally horizontal force may be applied to the retaining clip to operably position same and engage the retaining clip hook with the protrusion.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a device for protecting by shielding an inflatable boat with floaters.

Abstract: A shade cover assembly adapted to be carried on a tower above the cockpit area of a pleasure boat, said shade cover assembly including a generally opaque cover, a cover fixture adapted to be carried by said tower for containing the cover in a rolled up state when in the retracted position and a frame for tensioning said cover when said cover is withdrawn from said fixture and is extended in a generally horizontal position above the cockpit area.

Abstract: An adjustable windshield brace for boat windshields has sufficient flexibility to permit utilization on the windshields of many boat manufacturers. The brace is formed of two linearly extending members, one of which is provided with a bell to receive the other member. The belled brace member is formed with internal threading to be engageable with corresponding threads on the other brace member. The threads are finely formed to permit a linear translational movement of approximately one-sixteenth of an inch for each revolution of the brace members. Each brace member is provided with a mounting flange pivotally mounted on the respective opposing ends of the brace members to provide an attitude adjustment of the mounting flanges. Length adjustment and orientation adjustment of one mounting flange relative to the other mounting flange is accomplished by rotating the threads interengaging the two brace members.

Abstract: The present invention provides an awning, which is excellent in the appearance and the opening and closing operation. Roof cover 3 having a light shielding effect is provided so as to hang down forward above open cabin 2 of cruiser C, transparent window panel 4 is provided and inclined to be in parallel with said roof cover 3, said window panel 4 is made to freely open and close by sliding in the space X between the front end of the roof cover 3 and the front portion of the open cabin at the front side of the roof cover, the opening and closing operability of the window panel 4 is made excellent, and in particular, when the window panel 4 is closed, the form becomes streamline in appearance in which the wind is directed to fall forward from the window panel 4 to the roof cover 3.

Abstract: A retractable/deployable enclosure assembly for an open stern of a watercraft vehicle comprising a plurality of foldable sidewalls and a foldable or retractable roof which are adapted to be stowed within recesses of the pre-existing hull. The sidewalls may be stored in storage berths located under either the gunnel cap or the deck of the watercraft vehicle. The sidewalls are lifted from their respective storage berths by telescoping hydraulic lifting assemblies located in the berths wherein, as the sidewalls are lifted, sidewall sections of the sidewall are unfolded. The roof is pulled from a storage berth located under a flybridge deck into a fully horizontally erect extension of the flybridge once the sidewalls are fully deployed. The roof is adapted with a locking mechanism to prevent over-deployment once the end of the sidewall is reached. Lastly, seals may be used and are manually inserted over any remaining openings.

Abstract: A watercraft beaching device which includes a base member and a pair of upright supports attached to the base member and positioned in spaced apart relationship. Each upright may also include a cushioned hull engagement surface. Advantageously, the hull engagement surfaces are elongated to engage more than a single point along the side of the boat hull to prevent the watercraft from pivoting about the beaching device on the shoreline and yet still require a relatively small area of surface contact with the hull of the watercraft. The upright supports are configured to hold the hull of the craft such that the keel of the craft does not come into contact with the base member of the watercraft beaching device or shoreline thereby eliminating abrasive wear to the keel of the craft while moored using the watercraft beaching device of the present invention.

Abstract: An articulating strut capable of assuming an extended in-line and a folded configuration with rigid cylindrical tubing having proximate ends configured to fixably receive an offset hinged insert that provides for folding and unfolding of said strut. When fully unfolded the strut acts as a single rigid structural support member held in the locked position by a bi-directional slidable locking sleeve. The hinged insert has full faced load bearing surfaces which together with offset hinge pins tends to direct the strut members under compression to assume an over-center locked position. Such struts have particular application as bimini or dodger marine coverings that fold or become taut without tensioning straps or supporting tension in the covering material itself.

Abstract: A camper back assembly for attachment to a boat includes a plurality of strut members having one end anchored to the boat, with the end opposite ends of the strut members anchored to the awning or boat structure. The length of the strut members is greater than the linear distance between the anchor points on the boat transom and the awning to provide a dome-like support for a cover portion which is releaseably secured to the boat.

Abstract: An articulated boat top assembly is attached to a conventional boat and operable to be moved between an extended position and a retracted position. The articulated boat top assembly includes a boat top that is secured to the boat via two articulated frame members. The articulated frame members include a series of skeletal components that are pivotally connected to each other. The skeletal components of the articulated boat top assembly include a base member, a pair of middle arms, and a pair of upper arms. The base member includes a pair of legs rigidly attached to the boat deck. The legs of the base member are additionally connected to each other via a stabilizing arm that reinforces the position of the frame members.

Abstract: The present invention provides a header for rigidly engaging an upper edge of a boat windshield and supporting a boat canopy. The header comprises an elongated member having a generally uniform transverse cross-section. The cross-section is defined by an upper rail having a convexly curved top surface and a bottom defining first and second respective sides. First and second arms protrude downwardly from the first and second sides of the upper rail. A windshield-engaging channel for receiving the boat windshield is formed between the first and second arms. A first groove is formed within the upper rail and extends inwardly from the first side of the upper rail. To reduce wear and tear on a boat canopy attached to the header, the curvature of the convexly curved top surface increases from the first side to the second side of the upper rail to maximize the load-bearing contact area between the canopy and the header.

Abstract: An overhead storage system for a boat bimini top comprising an elongated unitized backing material. The backing material has a front end, a rear end, a left and right side, a top surface, and bottom surface. Attached to the bottom surface of the backing material is a series of storage pockets. The storage pockets are of varying sizes and are generally rectangular in shape and have a hinged lid. Along the bottom left and right side of the backing material is an edge channel housing a telescoping pole. The telescoping poles provide support and structure to the backing material and storage pockets. At the bow end of each telescoping pole is a V-shaped bend, which generally conforms to the contour of a bimini shade cover. Mounted perpendicular to the telescoping poles and below the backing material, are several spreader bars. On the top side of the backing material are a series of support battens and batten sleeves which keep the backing material from sagging.

Abstract: A self-adjusting boat cover support pole in combination with a flexible boat cover. The support pole includes a tubular base leg having a spring disposed in its interior cavity adjacent its lower end. A first tubular extension leg is telescopically received in the base leg with its lower end contacting and upwardly biased by the spring while its upper end contracts and supports the boat cover. Additional tubular extension legs may be telescopically connected and adjustably locked at any desired position to give an appropriate overall length. The support pole holds the boat cover in a resiliently taut condition to facilitate attaching the cover to the boat hull, to eliminate water cupping, and to minimize the potential for tearing of the cover.

Abstract: A marine outdrive guard for shielding persons from undesired contact with a watercraft outdrive unit or outboard motor. The guard includes a shield member attached to a swim platform or transom and covers the outdrive particularly when the outdrive or outboard motor is in a raised position.

Abstract: A camper back assembly for attachment to a boat includes a plurality of strut members having one end anchored to the transom of the boat, with the end opposite ends of the strut members anchored to the awning or boat structure. The length of the strut members is greater than the linear distance between the anchor points on the boat transom and the awning to provide a dome-like support for a cover portion which is releaseably secured to the boat.

Abstract: A fountain canopy is provided having a water intake positioned below the water line of a boat which directs water from a pump through a conduit. A portion of the conduit is threaded through a frame supporting a boat canopy. An outlet of the frame allows a discharge end of the conduit to be connected to a discharge nozzle which generates a coarse spray of water upwardly, the spray cascading downwardly in a rain-like shower around the boat and surrounding vicinity.

Abstract: A cover system for a pontoon boat having a rail is disclosed. The cover system includes a framework for receiving a flexible material cover thereon. The framework has hollow end fittings engageable to brackets. Each bracket has a U-shaped configuration with inwardly projected protuberances along lateral ends to grasp the underside of the rail. The bracket has a center section between two lateral sections and the center section has a vertically extending portion thereon configured for being received into an end fitting.

Abstract: A canopy top for use with a vehicle having an open passenger compartment and carrying equipment. The canopy top has a frame adaptable for being secured to the vehicle and supported above the passenger compartment. A canopy overlies the frame. Means formed integral with the frame for securing equipment to the top is provided.

Abstract: A wind deflector adapted for selective attachment to a support frame is disclosed. The wind deflector includes an elongated fin body having a longitudinal axis, a top side and a bottom side. The bottom side defines a concave arched surface adapted for controlling the flow of air passing thereby. A first mounting clamp and a second mounting clamp are selectively attached to the fin body. Each of the first and second mounting clamps include means for selective attachment to the support frame. The first and second mounting clamps support the fin body for selective rotation about an axis substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the fin body such that the fin body may be readily secured to support frames with a variety of profiles.

Abstract: A luggage box has a rigid bottom shell (2) that can be secured on transverse supporting posts (4) and a top shell (4) that can be swivelled open (4c), removed from the bottom shell and used as a boat. The luggage is secured by a covering canvas or shell (3) which can be entirely or partially removed from the bottom shell (2) or is provided with closable openings. The bottom shell (2) has at its bottom side a separately accessible storage space (2) whose flap (2h) further allows access to a lateral storage space (2c) and to a possible actuating element for the hooking system (7, 8, 9, 10) between the bottom shell (2) and the boat (4).

Abstract: A shade for a personal watercraft includes a canopy and a canopy support frame. The shade is formed to provide a clearance such that a person thrown from the craft to either of its sides is not in danger of striking the canopy or its frame. The frame is easily broken down into small, easily transported components and is quickly assembled and mounted onto the craft. A breakaway strap holds the shade in position at the helm of the craft.

Abstract: A removable protective cover for watercraft having a rigid upper shell which contours the upper portion of the watercraft. The rigid upper shell has a peripheral flange which rests on the watercraft, particularly on a rub rail surrounding the hull of the watercraft. An overhanging hitch is connected to a nose end of the protective cover and contours to the bow 12. By seating the bow in the hitching cavity, the nose end of the protective cover is releasably secured to the bow. Furthermore, the protective cover has an aperture at the tail end which is used to secure the tail end to the stern upon first seating the bow.

Abstract: The present invention provides a boat comprising a retractable top, at least one strut having a first end attached to the top, and motor driven retraction device attached to the boat. The electrically driven device is attached to the boat and operatively coupled to the strut by means of a rack and pinion arrangement. The strut is moved between its first and second positions by the electrically driven device, whereby the top is electrically raised and lowered.

Abstract: Anti-fouling coatings comprise a room temperature vulcanizable polyorganosiloxane composition and a polyorganosiloxane free from silanol groups and comprising at least one hydroxy- or alkoxy-terminated polyoxyalkylenealkyl radical. The latter is capable of blooming to the surface of the cured room temperature vulcanizable composition, thus inhibiting the deposition of marine life on the coated article.