Anybody know a good source for cockpit cushions that would fit a 1979
Catalina 30? I've found a couple places that have great cushions available,
they are apparently made to fit the boat, and a set (for a small cockpit!!!)
costs $650+. There's got to be a better way!

"Steve" wrote in message
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Anybody know a good source for cockpit cushions that would fit a 1979
Catalina 30? I've found a couple places that have great cushions
available,
they are apparently made to fit the boat, and a set (for a small
cockpit!!!)
costs $650+. There's got to be a better way!

The better way would be to make them yourself. That sounds about right,
pricewise.

John Cairns

I've found a couple places that have great cushions available,
they are apparently made to fit the boat, and a set (for a small
cockpit!!!)
costs $650+. There's got to be a better way!



John is correct. My friend ordered top of the line cushions from
BottomSiders and they were nearly 900 bucks. They are quite nice.


RB
35s5
NY

Cockpit cushions are expensive and not so functional.

I line my spacious cockpit (much longer than a 35s5) with those USCG
approved throw cushions. People (as my cockpit can fit many) can adjust the
cushions for a custom, comfortable fit.

As an added bonus, when a knockdown occurs (which is quite frequent) I can
simply walk ashore on the cushions - all USCG approved!

I remind you that the cockpit cushions of a 35s5 are not USCG approved!

Cockpit cushions are expensive and not so functional.



Yes, they're very unpopular for that reason.



RB
35s5
NY

"Capt. Rob" wrote in message
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Cockpit cushions are expensive and not so functional.



Yes, they're very unpopular for that reason.


Up until now. With the disclosure of my good advice, hundreds if not
thousands will run out to purchase USCG approved throw cushions and outfit
their fine vessels with the ultimate in comfort and functionality.

Another tip for the manly man - those cushions are available in camo!

You see RB, real sailors don't want fashions statements such as ridiculously
large wheels or curved plastic ports, they want functionality, practicality
and value.

You can't beat USCG approved cockpit cushions unless they're camo USCG
cockpit cushions!

Glory!

You see RB, real sailors don't want fashions statements such as
ridiculously
large wheels

Yeah, it's so silly to be able to reach the wheel from the high side!

or curved plastic ports

Yeah, having good light below is so impractical. Making the ports lexan
thicker than those on a baby Swan is also silly!

they want functionality, practicality
and value.

Value? On a sailboat? Costco cushions? BWAHAHAHAHAHAHA!



RB
35s5
NY

their fine vessels with the ultimate in comfort and functionality.



Loose cushions strewn around the cockpit are a safety hazard.



Of course. I bet poor Bob Crantz doesn't even know to cut those white
handles off if there's a toddler on board. The very fact that he's
suggesting cockpit gear that can't be secured show he's a non sailor
through and through.


RB
35s5
NY

"Charlie Morgan" wrote in message
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Loose cushions strewn around the cockpit are a safety hazard.


No loose cushions, like you they are firmly under someone's ass.

"Capt. Rob" wrote in message
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their fine vessels with the ultimate in comfort and functionality.



Loose cushions strewn around the cockpit are a safety hazard.



Of course. I bet poor Bob Crantz doesn't even know to cut those white
handles off if there's a toddler on board. The very fact that he's
suggesting cockpit gear that can't be secured show he's a non sailor
through and through.


Your ignorance is on compleat display. USCG mandates that the handles remain
and the cushions be ready to be thrown to someone who is in the water.

Are you not aware of such regulations?

You must be afraid Sudsy will spill beer on the cushions. Just limit her to
2 six packs and it won't be that much of a problem.

My cushions remain USCG approved! Including the swim platform cushions!

Holy!