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Which boat storage type fits my boat?

indoor, covered, outdoor, dry stack, slip or trailer

Tell us about your boat, climate, how often you go out and your budget. Each storage type gets a score with the reasons behind it — then see the facilities that offer it.

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1. Your boat

2. Climate where it is stored

3. How often you use it in season

4. Budget priority

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How the score works

Every type starts at 50 points. Each answer adds or removes points for a stated reason (for example, «freezing winters: +20 indoor, −20 in-water because of ice»). The rules are fixed and shown next to each result, so you can disagree with any of them. Scores are capped between 0 and 100.

The main rules

AnswerEffect
Freezing wintersIndoor up, in-water and outdoor down
Mild climateCovered and outdoor slightly up
Balanced budgetCovered slightly up
Strong sunCovered and indoor up, outdoor down
Weekly useIn-water and dry stack up
Lowest costOutdoor and trailer up; indoor, dry stack and slips down
No trailerTrailer parking and open lots down; dry stack and slips up
Over 35 ftDry stack and trailer down; in-water up
Pontoon or sailboatDry stack down (racks rarely fit them)
Tower / T-topIndoor and covered down (height)

Limits

  • It doesn't know what is available near you: check the facilities that show evidence of each type.
  • Rack limits differ by marina: always ask.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is dry stack low for my pontoon?

Many rack systems are built for monohull boats; some marinas do take pontoons. Ask before you rule it out.