Project Details

Name: Grady White “Atlas Shrugged”
Entry: 2806
Location: Marco Island, Florida

Project Description

The owner of this 2002 Grady White wanted a new top with a sturdy and durable enclosure. He also requested a removable shade for the aft cockpit area. We removed the weak bimini frame and canvas and used new and older Grady White Sports frames. We used Prodim Digital technology to 3-D template the boat and 3-D CAD for a welded aluminum fame, canopy cover, seven-piece enclosure and retractable aft top system. We designed and fabricated a six-attachment, welded frame structure with a forward visor and a “trombone” aft top extension. The entire canopy and trombone frame were powder coated a complementary color to the hull. The fabric on the extension would accordion up and would be removable. If left in place retracted, standing water would drain off the sides; when fully deployed, with straps in place, it surpasses 55 miles per hour.