Posted by Spraggini on 04/20/21 - 7:59 AM
#1
Hi,
We love our new Dauntless 170 but keeping our two small dogs from bouncing out as well as keeping any forward occupants dry is proving to be challenging. Short of getting a bigger whaler, (anyone want to trade?) are there any third party products you’d recommend to solve these problems? I found a bow dodger at marine canopy.com for $995 but is seems like overkill. We don’t want to sleep up there...thanks for any recommendations.
Jodi
Oxford, MD
Posted by Phil T on 04/20/21 - 8:15 AM
#2
Jodi -
Those dodgers look a bit pricey for what they are. I would expect stainless steel fittings, Sunbrella fabric etc.
I have seen some boat owners install netting along their bow rails (assuming you have one).
As for being dry, changing boat attitude (engine trim) and/or speed would be prudent if passengers in the bow are getting wet.