Dodger

scurvy · #1 (**permalink**) 10-07-2006

Might anyone recommend a Canvas shop in the New England Area that does reasonable work at a reasonable price? Looking for a quote for a new dodger.

Thanks everyone!
Chris

dave.verry · #2 (**permalink**) 10-07-2006

Don't know who to go to but I do know who to stay away from. Check out this link:

http://www.sailboatowners.com/forums...06258082859.21

TrueBlue · #3 (**permalink**) 10-07-2006

A small, but very competent canvas shop in my area, is Pelican Canvas in Newport, RI. They do great work at affordable prices.

http://pelicancanvas.com/

scurvy · #4 (**permalink**) 10-07-2006

Thsnks guys for the tips!

The Canvas Store was on my list, and in fact, I wrote them asking for a quote with some hesitation as I would like to try to keep my business here in New England. Having said that;however, GENCO (our neighbors to the North) in Canada has very competitive prices and their product looks top notch. If I have no luck in New England, I may send some business their way.

Chris

NomadPa · #5 (**permalink**) 10-07-2006

That thread on The Canvas Store, kind of makes a guy think.

scurvy · #6 (**permalink**) 10-07-2006

It sure does, and is proof why word of mouth is so important to a business. I am sure that they do some good work, and that there are some people out there that were and are satisfied with the product, but why take a chance? Especially with a Company that doesn't stand by its product or warrenty?

Customer service, and a good return policy (as well as a good product) will gain return customers and garantee new ones. Can't help but think how much potential business this particular business lost due to bad Press on this site alone!?!

dave.verry · #7 (**permalink**) 10-07-2006

Everyone makes mistakes! What counts toward your character and reputation is how you handle those mistakes. I recommend or not companies strictly on their follow-up or customer service.

hsilvermanmdjd · #8 (**permalink**) 10-09-2006

S & S Fabrics, Portsmouth, RI. Highest quality work. Cannot speak to price. Expect to get what you pay for...

paulk · #9 (**permalink**) 10-10-2006

We went with Hathaway, Reiser & Raymond in Stamford CT. Excellent material and expert, custom fit. In any case, make sure that the rearmost hoop or bow has a separate handle-bar added. People are going to grab the back end of the dodger for support, and unless there's a handle there, they grab the back end of the dodger, making it dirty, greasy and wearing it out.

sailingfool · #10 (**permalink**) 10-11-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by scurvy

Thsnks guys for the tips!

The Canvas Store was on my list, and in fact, I wrote them asking for a quote with some hesitation as I would like to try to keep my business here in New England. Having said that;however, GENCO (our neighbors to the North) in Canada has very competitive prices and their product looks top notch. If I have no luck in New England, I may send some business their way.

Chris

We purchsed both a Natty dodger and a sailcover from Genco and felt we got a lot of quality and service for a very reasonable price. These items were for a CS 36T, so Genco knew the fit perfectly, no measuring necessary. I certainly recommend them.