Time Posted July 6, 2022 Report Share Posted July 6, 2022 Happy new owner of a 2200 TRS! We love this boat! We wanted to keep our new boat in dry storage (no t-top) and like to fish with top down. I reached out to Dean and Bob at Birdsall Marine and they build a beautiful and highly functional sun top for our boat. The top is 8’2” wide, 9’ long (fore to aft) and 6’6” tall for maximum sun protection. When in the folded position, fits on stern platform with full access to bait-well and both third row seats. Still have access to spring line hasp pipes. Build out of anodized aluminum, Sunbrella fabric, and all stainless hardware. It makes a great addition to an amazing platform for family and fishing. Tight lines! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishmanjj Posted July 7, 2022 Report Share Posted July 7, 2022 Beautiful rig. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B2TB Posted July 7, 2022 Report Share Posted July 7, 2022 Love it! I have the same boat on order with an ETA sometime in August. Did you have to drill any holes to install the top? How long did it take to have it made? Roughly what was the cost? Thanks and good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time Posted July 7, 2022 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2022 B2TB, The only drilled points are the Stainless Steel base, the four strap points and the center console railing strap point. All fiberglass backed with SS washers or plate and 5200. I would reach out to Dean or Bob at Birdsall Marine, as it was custom and you may have a better idea of what you want. Cost was $2,300-$2,500 range back in March. They only had the boat for 4-5 days, again depends on time of year. It is a sweet set up and they are super easy to deal with! Hope that helps! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B2TB Posted July 7, 2022 Report Share Posted July 7, 2022 Thanks for the info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCFD rtrd. Posted July 8, 2022 Report Share Posted July 8, 2022 You might want to check out "Shade Blade" by Tucci. I've had one on my 23 HPS for about 10 years. It's 7ft. wide x 11 ft. long. They are easily removable and stores in a bag. I only use mine from June till Oct, then store it during the winter. It's about the same price as Time paid for a custom Bimini. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stosiak Posted July 9, 2022 Report Share Posted July 9, 2022 14 hours ago, SCFD rtrd. said: You might want to check out "Shade Blade" by Tucci. I've had one on my 23 HPS for about 10 years. It's 7ft. wide x 11 ft. long. They are easily removable and stores in a bag. I only use mine from June till Oct, then store it during the winter. It's about the same price as Time paid for a custom Bimini. Do you have any pictures. Interested in the design and mounting thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCFD rtrd. Posted July 9, 2022 Report Share Posted July 9, 2022 Yes, will send pics soon. Shade Blade use to have a very through web site which included a video of mounting/installing the top. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HewesYourDaddy Posted July 10, 2022 Report Share Posted July 10, 2022 On 7/8/2022 at 4:35 PM, SCFD rtrd. said: You might want to check out "Shade Blade" by Tucci. I've had one on my 23 HPS for about 10 years. It's 7ft. wide x 11 ft. long. They are easily removable and stores in a bag. I only use mine from June till Oct, then store it during the winter. It's about the same price as Time paid for a custom Bimini. This is the way to go. I despise t-tops on inshore bay boats and always told myself if I ever had the need for shade/sun protection on my boat, I would go with the Tucci. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCFD rtrd. Posted July 10, 2022 Report Share Posted July 10, 2022 You have two straps in the front and two in the back. The two straps in the back crisscross and attach to the leaning post. The mount or support is on top of the console. They are rated to 50 or 55 mph. Takes about 15 min. to mount or dismount and store away for the winter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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masterfisher Posted July 11, 2022 Report Share Posted July 11, 2022 toochi, awesome product, a friend of mine has one on his 25 x-brand bay boat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCFD rtrd. Posted July 12, 2022 Report Share Posted July 12, 2022 Time, I owe you an apology for derailing your post. I made a suggestion and it snowballed from there. You have a good looking 22 and you can't beat a Bimini for shade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Posted July 13, 2022 Report Share Posted July 13, 2022 Birdsall is an amazing fabricator of boat accessories. Its not easy to get a Bimini top that folds down and does not interfere with any hatches or wells. Thanks for the info !! MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskeytrain Posted July 15, 2022 Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 On 7/7/2022 at 1:50 PM, Time said: B2TB, The only drilled points are the Stainless Steel base, the four strap points and the center console railing strap point. All fiberglass backed with SS washers or plate and 5200. I would reach out to Dean or Bob at Birdsall Marine, as it was custom and you may have a better idea of what you want. Cost was $2,300-$2,500 range back in March. They only had the boat for 4-5 days, again depends on time of year. It is a sweet set up and they are super easy to deal with! Hope that helps! Bimini looks awesome! Want to get one for my hewes. How long did it take birdsall to make it and install from the time you ordered? I see you say 5 days to install, but did you order it and the whole job was completed in five days? That’s very impressive if so. Am going to contact birdsall about a custom bimini. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time Posted July 15, 2022 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 Pathfinder is a great product and it is fun to see owners ideas and passion for how they set up their boats. We needed versatility and maximum sun protection, this set up really delivers. Time to go fishing… 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time Posted July 15, 2022 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2022 Whiskeytrain, Call Dean or Bob to get a quote and timeline to install. Once you bring the boat to their shop (largely depends on their waitlist and the room they have available), it is a couple of days. They are well coordinated and organized to complete the job quickly. They are very easy to work with on final measurements and specific things you want. good luck! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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