My attempt to eliminate net scratches to fiberglas

Posted 9/8/2002 6:07 PM (#3604)
Subject: My attempt to eliminate net scratches to fiberglas


Here's a couple pics of my attempt at a sheath for my net to elimate the scratches in my fiberglass. I used a $7.00 mechanics fender protector from Wal-Mart as my material with some upholstry thread.

Posted 9/8/2002 6:10 PM (#43827)
Subject: My attempt to eliminate net scratches to fiberglas


Try again

Posted 9/8/2002 7:36 PM (#43828)
Subject: My attempt to eliminate net scratches to fiberglas


Nice job....[:bigsmile:]

Posted 9/9/2002 8:04 AM (#43829)
Subject: My attempt to eliminate net scratches to fiberglas


Looks very good!! Is the material pretty tight to the yoke? Did you use any adhesive, or only the sewing?

Posted 9/9/2002 9:43 AM (#43830)
Subject: My attempt to eliminate net scratches to fiberglas


No adhesive, all rather poor I might add, sewing. Piece on the handle is just loose enough to allow the handle to retract through it. The part around the hoop is sewn inbetween the webbing in the net so it doesn't slide and therefore doesn't need to be affixed directly to the yolk with any adhesive.

Posted 9/9/2002 10:12 AM (#43831)
Subject: My attempt to eliminate net scratches to fiberglas


 Take it to the bank...pre-cut the material in bulk + design a nylon thread that can be run through holes in the material + tightened...a potential market for sure as they would be pre-made + easily attached to the net frame! Better yet, use Velcro to attach the material around the net frame in a snug fashion...I think it will work![::)]

Posted 9/9/2002 11:06 AM (#43832)
Subject: My attempt to eliminate net scratches to fiberglas


Spongee believe me I have thought about it. Velcro was my thoughts as well. Problem is Bruce Beckeman has something in the works and the channel in place to get traction with it fast. Also, musky fisherman are CHEAP. You'd have trouble making money on this thing.

Posted 9/23/2002 10:04 PM (#43833)
Subject: My attempt to eliminate net scratches to fiberglas



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On 9/8/2002 7:36:51 PM

Nice job....[:bigsmile:]
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Check out the New Beckman Boat Protector. This unit is designed by Beckman nets to fit over the handle and yoke. It is made of a padded ballisic nylon and attaches with a velcro strap, It is on The Beckman web site at Beckmannet.com or Call the factory at 608-274-2315 for more info...This solves many of the scratching problems on the fiberglass boats.

Posted 9/23/2002 10:09 PM (#43834)
Subject: My attempt to eliminate net scratches to fiberglas


That's a great looking yolk cover Bruce came out with but that's all it covers, the yolk. What about the 20-30% of the net hoop which rests on the boat when you are trying to work on the fish? That's the part of the net that's be scratching up my boat.

Posted 9/23/2002 10:10 PM (#43835)
Subject: My attempt to eliminate net scratches to fiberglas


Spongee and Chinewalker...Dan Seibert( Guide in Hayward) and myself
T.Beck workeed last year and designed the new BECKAMN Boat Protector.It is now on the market. Price retail is about $20.00
Check out the website Beckmannet.com or call factory. From T. Beck Director of marketing and new product design.

Posted 9/23/2002 10:17 PM (#43836)
Subject: My attempt to eliminate net scratches to fiberglas


There is also hi density rubber tubing available that fits underneath the netting. This was made special for Beckman and it will be available very soon. This has been tested and it works in conjunction with The Boat Protector. You must remove the two screws and carefully pull the yoke off the hoop.Then slide the tubes about 12" over each side of the hoop next to and butt them up to the yoke when you re-assemble. If you need to contact me at my e-mail [email protected]. We realize this has been a problem, and belive me I am doing all I can to resovle it at a reasonable cost.

Posted 9/23/2002 11:44 PM (#43837)
Subject: My attempt to eliminate net scratches to fiberglas


Excellent work, Chine! Gotta love innovation.