Which one should you choose?
When deciding between the Rod Holder Shade and the Rocket Launcher Shade, consider the following factors:
Rod Holder Shade
✔️ Installation: Designed to fit into standard rod holders, making it easy to install and remove as needed.
✔️Flexibility: Can be adjusted or moved to different rod holders, offering versatility in shading different areas of your boat.
✔️Capacity: Typically provides shade for a limited area, suitable for covering specific spots like seating areas or workstations.
Rocket Launcher Shade
✔️Installation: Mounted onto the rocket launcher, a fixed structure on many boats used to hold multiple fishing rods. Installation may require more effort and tools compared to the rod holder shade.
✔️Stability: Offers a more permanent shading solution, as it's attached to a fixed structure, providing consistent shade even in varying sea conditions.
✔️Coverage: Generally provides broader shade coverage, ideal for protecting larger areas or multiple passengers from the sun.
Considerations for Your Choice:
Boat Configuration: If your boat has multiple rod holders and you prefer flexible shading options, the Rod Holder Shade might be more suitable. Conversely, if you have a rocket launcher and desire a stable, permanent shade, the Rocket Launcher Shade could be the better choice.
Shading Needs: For targeted shading of specific areas, the Rod Holder Shade is advantageous. For extensive coverage, especially for larger groups or activities, the Rocket Launcher Shade is preferable.
Installation Preferences: If you prefer a shade that’s easy to install, remove, and adjust, the Rod Holder Shade offers more convenience. However, if you’re looking for a more permanent solution and don’t mind a more involved installation process, the Rocket Launcher Shade is appropriate.
Ultimately, your choice depends on your boat’s setup, your shading requirements, and how permanent you want the shade installation to be.
Every boat is unique and we're here to help determine which shade is best for you.
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How easy is the system to set up and take down?
They system can be put up or taken down in under 5 minutes.
How is the shade attached to the hard top?
Customers have two options.
1. Loop webbing straps around any available tubing.
2. Drilling small holes into the hard top to install stainless steel padeyes and fastening
them with small screws.
Do you have a universal kit?
We are in the process of developing a universal kit. Due to variations of rod holder placement and degrees on each boat, each shade is custom to the boat.
I live outside the Tampa Bay area; can you help me?
Absolutely! We can send you incredibly easy instructions for taking all the measurements you need for your shade.
What makes your system different/better?
Our poles. Made of extremely light weight and durable carbon fiber, our poles break down in the middle allowing for easy storage and space saving (forever important on a boat!).
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