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August 10, 2010

DuraShield ATV Cover Comparison Chart

Filed under: ATV Covers & UTV Covers — Tags: , , — Esther @ 1:42 pm

An ATV cover is the best way to protect your bike during storage, trailering, and in the outdoors. It keeps dirt, rain, and bird droppings off of your bike’s finish and shields it from UV rays and weather damage. It also deters vandalism and theft.

Below is a comparison chart of the trailerable and storage ATV covers available at DuraShieldCovers.com.

Specifications DuraShield Covers DuraShield Covers DOWCO
Model Trailerable ATV Cover
Trailerable ATV Cover
Universal ATV Cover
Universal ATV Cover
Guardian ATV Cover
Dowco ATV Cover
Water Repellent? Yes, Water-Tec Coating Yes, Water-Tec Coating Yes
Mildew Resistant? Yes Yes Yes
Material 300 Denier Poly 200 Denier Poly 100% Nylon
Seams Double-Stitched Double-Stitched Double-Stitched
Tie Down Straps 3 Click-fit Straps None None
Hem Elastic Elastic Elastic
Gas Tank Access? Yes No No
Storage Bag? Yes Yes Yes
Trailerable? Yes No No
Colors Black Camouflage, Gray Black
Sizes L (up to 75″ long)
XL (up to 85″ long)
L (up to 84″ long)
XL (up to 89″ long)
XL (up to 81″ long)
XXL (up to 94″ long)
Warranty 5 Year Limited 5 Year Limited 2 Year Limited

April 13, 2010

ATV Cover Reviews

Filed under: ATV Covers & UTV Covers — Tags: , , — Esther @ 11:53 am
ATV Storage Cover Reviews

Camouflage ATV Cover

Camouflage ATV Cover

This ATV cover is great and it fit my 800 cc two seater CanAm well. Very good price and fast delivery.
Thanks, Ron

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Good cover up for the quad, had a handy carrying case when not covering the unit.
- Gene

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This is a great cover for an ATV. I bought this for my boyfriend for x-mas and the camouflage was perfect. The extra-large is a little too big for a 250 yamaha 4-wheeler but its elastic bottom fits snug around the tires.
- Virginia H.

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Was nice to use in the rain. It kept the bikes dry.
- Shawn F.

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Trailerable ATV Cover Reviews
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Great quality, seems like a really good deal for the quality and the fit of this cover. The straps are in all the right places and the zippered access for the gas tank is perfect. Definitely recommend. Mine is on a Polaris Sportsman 500, which is a big ATV and it has room to spare under this cover.
- Brad T.

March 23, 2010

DuraShield Trailerable ATV Covers SALE!

Filed under: ATV Covers & UTV Covers — Tags: , — Esther @ 3:40 pm

Trailerable ATV Cover Now on Sale!

Trailerable ATV Cover Now on Sale!

Just in time for spring! The DuraShield Trailerable ATV Cover, available in Large and X-Large, is now on sale, starting as low as $39.99!

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This high quality ATV cover is constructed with durable materials to weather the wear and tear of highway travel on an open trailer. The heavy duty 300 denier poly material provides all-weather protection with our special Water-Tec coating that repels water and resists mildew.

Premium features include double-stitched seams, an elastic bottom hem for a snug fit, and one-click adjustable trailer straps for a secure fit. Tie downs are included to keep your ATV cover firmly in place and prevent the wind from billowing underneath the cover.

You can even fill up on the way to the trail with our easy-access, zippered gas tank cover! When you reach the trail, just stuff the ATV cover in the color-matched storage bag and throw it in the cab for safe keeping.

November 17, 2009

Advantages of a Trailerable ATV Cover

Filed under: ATV Covers & UTV Covers — Tags: , , — Esther @ 11:37 am

Trailerable ATV cover

A trailerable ATV cover is more durable and versatile than a storage cover.

Why choose a trailerable ATV cover over a regular storage cover?

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Trailerable ATV covers offer these distinct advantages…

  • More versatile than an ATV storage cover – good for both storage and trailer use
  • Solid protection for your ATV on an open trailer
  • Made from thicker material, which means better protection and a longer-lasting ATV cover
  • Cover tie downs included to keep the cover from flying away or flapping wildly in the wind
  • Zippered gas tank access makes it quick and easy to fill up on your way to the trailhead
  • Available to fit almost any ATV make and model on the market today
  • Storage bag included for convenient storage on your ATV or in your vehicle

Click here to find trailerable ATV covers by DuraShield for under $60!

October 12, 2009

Trailerable ATV Cover Comparison

Filed under: ATV Covers & UTV Covers — Tags: , , — Esther @ 5:14 pm

Looking for the best deal on a trailerable ATV cover? Take a look at the ATV cover comparison below for a side-by-side look at several of the top trailerable ATV covers on the market today.

Specifications DuraShield Covers Cabela’s DOWCO Moose Racing
Model Trailerable ATV Cover Deluxe Trailerable Guardian Trailerable Trailerable ATV Cover
Price $54.99 – $59.99 $89.99 – $109.99 $89.99 – $132.99 $79.95 – $102.95
Shipping Free shipping!! Added cost Shipping varies Shipping varies
Water Repellent? Yes, Water-Tec coating Yes Yes Yes
Mildew Resistant? Yes Not listed Not listed Yes
UV Resistant? Not listed Yes Not listed Yes
Material 300 denier poly 600 denier poly Heavy duty poly 600 denier poly
Seams Double-stitched Double-stitched Not listed Double-stitched
Straps 3 click-fit straps Click-fit straps Quick-release buckles Nylon straps
Hem Elastic hem Not listed Slack straps for snug fit Elastic shock cord
Gas Tank Access? Yes Yes Yes No
Tie Downs? Yes Yes Not included Not included
Storage bag? Yes No No No
Warranty 5 year limited warranty Initial warranty on defects 2 year limited warranty No warranty listed
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Note: All specifications are based on the manufacturer’s stated price and product description at time of posting.

July 14, 2009

What Makes A Cover Trailerable?

Your regular storage cover may not hold up to the demands of trailering. Here’s why.

trailerable-pwc-jet-ski-coverNot all covers are alike. You may think that a storage cover could pass as a trailerable cover, but the truth is that storage covers designed solely for storage may not hold up to the wear and tear of highway travel. The three main features that set trailerable covers apart from the pack are material thickness, tie down straps, and a secure fit.

Material Thickness
When you travel at high speeds down the highway, the wind can whip your cover around something fierce. Thinner, less durable materials will tear under the force of the wind. In order to withstand the wear and tear of highway travel, your boat cover or ATV cover must be constructed with heavy duty materials. Trailerable covers are thicker and more durable than storage covers, making them able to withstand constant wind, rain, and other forces during travel.

Tie Down Straps
With the force of wind speed, your cover needs to be securely strapped down in order to stay in place. Tie down straps ensure that your cover stays in place on your boat, jet ski, or four wheeler. You can adjust these straps as needed for a tighter fit.

Secure Fit
Without a secure fit, the wind can whip under the cover and “parachute” your cover. Getting whipped around by the wind can damage your cover. Make sure the trailerable cover for your boat, jet ski, or quad ensures a snug fit to reduce the wear and tear on your cover during trailering.

Trailerable covers make excellent storage covers as well. If you plan to use your cover for both storage and trailering, look for a cover that will work for both purposes.

May 20, 2009

ATV Hauling: Loading and Securing Your ATV for Transport

Looking forward to exploring the great outdoors on your quad? Getting your ATV to the trail is the first step. Unless you live along the trail, most likely you’ll need to transport your ATV to and from the riding area.

atv_trailerable_coverLoading your ATV requires a certain amount of know-how and safety precautions to protect yourself and your equipment from accidents. Here are a few tips for loading and securing your ATV on a truck or trailer.

If loading onto a trailer, hitch up the trailer to the tow vehicle before loading your ATV. This prevents the trailer from rocking or tipping.

Use ramps with a loading capacity that can easily handle the combined weight of your ATV and any equipment left on your quad. The ground at the bottom of the ramps should be flat and solid, and the angle of the ramps should be gradual, not steep. Attach the safety straps or other safety device to lock your ramps in place.

Riding your ATV up the ramps can be dangerous, and accidents caused by improper loading are more common than you might think. If you choose this method of loading, wear protective gear such as boots, gloves, goggles, and a helmet.

Load your quad in first gear, or the lowest gear possible to mount the ramps. Avoid jerky starts or stops while on the ramps. Never approach the ramps at high speed. This could cause the ramps to buckle or to ram into the back of the trailer or truck.

The safest way to load your ATV is to use a winch. This method allows you to stand clear of the ATV and gives you greater control over speed and precision in loading. With a winch, you don’t have to worry about stalling on the ramps and can stand at a safe distance in case something goes wrong.

Once you’ve loaded your quad, balance the weight over the trailer axle to evenly distribute the load. Set the parking brake on your ATV and secure it to the truck or trailer bed with tie-down straps. Use a total of four straps: two in front and two in back. Ratchet down the straps as tightly as possible. The straps should be tight enough to lock your ATV in place when you try to rock it, and the tires should look like they are under load.

Loop and secure excess strap length to keep them from flapping or dragging. If you are hauling your quad in an open trailer or truck bed, protect it with a trailerable ATV cover with tie-downs to keep it clean of road debris such as sand or salt and to shield it from the elements.