1998 1700 Bimini Too

[brownie56]

Greetings to all, as a new to me Parker owner this forum is fantastic. Does anyone have a recommendation for a folding bimini top for my 98 Parker 1700. I don’t want to lose any deck space while in the folded position. I also want to put cushions on the bow if anyone has any ideas. Thank you for your knowledge. Safe boating.

 

[tomc585]

My 1801 had a decent bimini that folded onto the bow. What I didnt like was you had to step over it when boarding at the bow and when under way it would bounce in rough seas and make a ton of rattling noises even tho it was in a zippered boot and secured to the bow. The zipper would require cleaning often because of constant salt spray. Dirt would accumulate under it also. When its was up it acted like a sail. Casting was another issue. I found I didnt use it much and just sold it and filled the mounting holes. I wear a straw lifeguard hat now.