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 designed 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. Browse more fishing accessories and boat outfitting gear.

Key Features

• Take the abuse before the hull does: The protector creates a replaceable wear surface over the keel where beaching and ramp contact are concentrated.
• Bond securely to a properly prepared hull: 3M pressure-sensitive adhesive is engineered to create a permanent seal along the protector.
• Follow the keel instead of fighting the hull shape: Pliable material and contoured edges help the strip conform cleanly during installation.
• Reduce drag from an added hull protector: Angled grooves create hydrodynamic channels intended to keep the running surface smooth.
• Hold its appearance in strong sunlight: UV-stabilized material helps the color resist fading during long-term outdoor exposure.

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