Vico Plastics Boat Cover Supports

When it comes to protecting your boat cover from water pooling, snow load, and structural stress, Vico Plastics stands as a pioneering force in the boat cover support category. Based in Janesville, Wisconsin, this division has been serving the marine industry for over 30 years with a commitment to creating high-quality products that are entirely new to the marine market. Their boat cover support systems combine innovative engineering with practical durability, making them a trusted choice among boat manufacturers, marine distributors, and individual boat owners.

Patented Cam-Lock Technology for Superior Strength

Vico Plastics' telescoping cam lock support poles feature die cast collars and stainless steel components, allowing them to hold a staggering 170 lbs—over twice the weight of standard thumbscrew mooring poles. This exceptional load capacity ensures your boat cover remains properly tensioned even during heavy snowfall or rain accumulation. The aluminum tubing is lightweight, anodized, and heat treated to withstand any climate, with the added strength of a ribbed profile designed to last.

Available in multiple adjustable height ranges—from 19" to 70"—Vico's support poles accommodate boats of virtually any size. The easy flip-lock clamp allows for quick adjusting, making setup and storage remarkably convenient. Each pole comes equipped with versatile mounting options including snap tips, swedge tips for grommets, and plug tips, providing compatibility with various cover attachment systems.

Innovative Flex Support Systems

Beyond traditional telescoping poles, Vico Plastics offers specialized flex support solutions that address unique cover protection needs. Their rubber flex support features sides designed to "mushroom" down to match your cover's angle, dispersing weight and protecting it from rips or tears. For professional canvas shops, the support is made to sew directly into the cover, helping keep the flex support in place and giving customers an easy, fixed location to tent their cover.

The Easy Strap Flex Support System provides a simple yet effective strap system for supporting your cover, without compromising the strength needed during heavy winds, travel, or rain. These complete kits are available for boats 15 feet and over, offering comprehensive protection solutions right out of the box.

Protective Design Features

Vico Plastics demonstrates meticulous attention to detail in protecting both your boat cover and your vessel's interior. To protect your boat's flooring from scuffs or marring, they use a synthetic TPE rubber crutch tip. Their optional swivel pole bases further simplify installation, allowing you to position poles on upholstered surfaces without climbing in and out of your boat repeatedly during cover setup.

Drawing from their roots in manufacturing and sales, Vico methodically re-invented a dying product in the marine industry, bringing injection molding expertise and lean manufacturing principles to create boat cover supports that deliver both innovation and reliability. Whether you're storing your boat for the winter season or protecting it between outings, Vico Plastics' comprehensive range of support poles, flex systems, and accessories provides the engineered protection your investment deserves.