Keel Shield Gator Guard

Bowshield Stainless Steel Bow Guard

Protect your boat's bow from docks, trailer stops and bow rollers with the BowShield Stainless Steel Bow Guard. The bow can easily be scratched, torn, and worse from bumping into docks, trailer hitches, and bow rollers, causing expensive damage to your boat. The BowShield is constructed of strong and durable 22 gauge, 316 marine-grade mirror finish stainless steel and is available in two sizes to fit a range of bows. The small BowShield fits bow rollers up to 5" and the medium fits bow rollers up to 8". In addition to protecting your bow, the BowShield can also be used to cover existing scratches to create a clean look.

Features:

Easy, do it yourself installation

Prevents costly repairs

Helps maintain the value of your boat

Made of durable 316 marine-grade mirror finished stainless steel

Comes with a 24 hour cure urethane adhesive

Available in 2 sizes

Made in the USA

3 Year warranty

Specifications:

Small

Dimensions: 6.5" x 6"

Fits bow rollers up to 5"

Medium

Dimensions: 7.5" x 9"

Fits bow rollers up to 8"

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Installation Tips:

The are where the BowShield gets installed needs to be smooth with no steps or chines to conform around.

The BowShield has a pre-creased centerline for easy bending and fitting.

Comes complete with a 24 hour cure urethane adhesive for a permanent installation.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the Bowshield Stainless Steel Bow Guard designed to protect? The Bowshield Stainless Steel Bow Guard helps protect a boat's bow from contact with docks, trailer stops, bow rollers, and other sources of damage. It can also be used to cover existing scratches and create a cleaner appearance.
• What is the Bowshield Stainless Steel Bow Guard made from? The Bowshield is constructed from durable 22-gauge, 316 marine-grade mirror-finish stainless steel. It is designed to provide a protective covering for the boat's bow.
• What Bowshield size should I choose based on my bow roller? The small Bowshield measures 6.5 inches by 6 inches and fits bow rollers up to 5 inches. The medium measures 7.5 inches by 9 inches and fits bow rollers up to 8 inches.
• What type of surface is required for Bowshield installation? The area where the Bowshield is installed needs to be smooth, without steps or chines that the guard would need to conform around. The Bowshield has a pre-creased centerline to help with bending and fitting.
• Does the Bowshield Stainless Steel Bow Guard include adhesive? Yes. The Bowshield comes with a 24-hour cure urethane adhesive for permanent installation. The product is also designed for easy do-it-yourself installation.
• Is the Bowshield Stainless Steel Bow Guard covered by a warranty? Yes. The Bowshield Stainless Steel Bow Guard includes a 3-year warranty. It is made in the USA and is constructed from 316 marine-grade mirror-finish stainless steel.

KeelShield Self Adhesive Hull Protector

#1 Keel protection for your boat.

The keel of your boat is the most vulnerable part of your boat and is susceptible to damage from concrete, docks, beaches, and rocky shores. It is the center line running down the bottom of the hull of your boat. It is a structural element designed to allow the boat to stay upright and slice through the water and is the first contact with the water but also a vulnerable spot for damage. Hull protectors provide the shield you need to protect the Keel of your boat.

Keelshield Self Adhesive Hull Protectors are the industry leader in hull protectors. They are made with pure Urethane Polymers, one the strongest most durable materials. They work on most fiberglass or aluminum boats and are easy to install. No need for a marine mechanic, these hull protectors have an easy do it yourself installation. Available in 11 colors you are sure to find one to match your boat. Using the Keelshield Self Adhesive Protector helps maintain the value of your boat and guarantees to last the lifetime of your boat.

Installation is easy, just prep, peel the stick. It is made with the exclusive 3M Adhesive system and is guaranteed to stay on. This product will not affect the performance of your boat.

Key Features:

Easy, Do It Yourself Installation

Guaranteed to last the lifetime of your boat

Available in 11 colors and various lengths

Prevent costly repairs

Maintain the value of your boat

100% Made in the USA

Works on fiberglass and most aluminum boats

KeelShield Sizing Guide

KeelShield can adhere to boats made of fiberglass, urethane, treated wood, and all metals. Download the guides below for more fit and sizing information. Please note that KeelShield will adhere to crafts made of fiberglass, urethane, treated wood and all metals. It will not work on pontoon boats, boats whose trailers have weight bearing rollers, bunks or pads that the KeelShield will rest on or will come into contact with.

Keel Shield Size

Boat Length

4 ft

13 ft and Less

5 ft

up to 14 ft

6 ft

15 to 16 ft

7 ft

17 to 18 ft

8 ft

19 to 21 ft

9 ft

22 to 24 ft

10 ft

25 to 26 ft

11 ft

27 to 28 ft

12 ft

29 to 30 ft

If you're unsure if KeelShield is compatible with your boat, please contact the manufacturer to confirm compatibility prior to purchasing.

KeelShield Installation Video

Click here to download KeelShield Fiberglass Application Instructions

Click here to download KeelShield Aluminum Application Instructions