Megaware KeelGuard 6ft Black Hull Keel Protector

The Megaware KeelGuard 6-foot black keel protector creates a durable sacrificial barrier along the most vulnerable part of a fiberglass hull. It is built to take the abrasion from sand, gravel, concrete ramps, rocks, and shallow-water contact that can wear through gelcoat and eventually expose the laminate beneath.

Its engineered polymer and urethane construction balances toughness with enough flexibility to follow the keel contour. A pressure-sensitive 3M acrylic adhesive permanently bonds the protector to a properly prepared hull, while contoured edges and molded channels help the strip sit smoothly against the running surface.

This 6-foot version is sized for boats up to about 18 feet and uses UV-stabilized material to help the black finish retain its appearance. The do-it-yourself design gives boat owners a way to protect a high-wear area before repeated beaching or ramp contact turns cosmetic scuffs into more expensive hull repairs. See the rest of our fishing accessories and boat outfitting gear.

• The protector creates a replaceable wear surface over the keel where beaching and ramp contact are concentrated.
• 3M pressure-sensitive adhesive is engineered to create a permanent seal along the protector.
• Pliable material and contoured edges help the strip conform cleanly during installation.
• Angled grooves create hydrodynamic channels intended to keep the running surface smooth.
• UV-stabilized material helps the color resist fading during long-term outdoor exposure.