How To Make A Yacht Sprayhood?

In this professional workshop, the process of replacing a Dodger or Sprayhood on a tight budget is outlined. David Lewin prepares his trailer-sailer for a holiday adventure in the west of Scotland by making his own DIY sprayhood. The build process begins with creating a cardboard prototype, which will be used to develop templates. A well-made dodger (or sprayhood) is a necessary staple aboard any boat, providing shelter from rain and spray both on the water and at the dock. Ian Bray shows how he designed his replacement sprayhood to fold down and convert to a spray-dodging windscreen. Dodgers can be expensive from a canvas shop, but you can get a custom fit for less by building your own using a Dodger kit and our comprehensive video tutorial. A general outline of building a Dodger (SPRAYHOOD) from scratch is provided.

In summary, the process of replacing a Dodger or Sprayhood on a tight budget involves creating a cardboard prototype, developing templates, and creating a hard sprayhood. The process can be challenging, but it is essential for maintaining a well-maintained boat.