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Black six-foot keel protector strip with angled grooves and contoured edges

Megaware KeelGuard

Megaware KeelGuard 6' Black winter accessory

SKU CH-1VV9-PYH3B

Self-adhesive keel protector shields hulls from sand, rocks and ramps in 11 colours

  • Protects your keel from sand, rocks and ramp damage with abrasion-resistant polymer blend
  • Patented 3M-engineered design creates hydrodynamic channels for a slicker surface and air pockets
  • Pressure-sensitive adhesive permanently bonds contoured edges to the hull for a watertight seal
  • DIY installation requires no special tools or professional help
  • Available in 11 colours to match virtually any boat

DIY Keel Protection

Megaware KeelGuard is a self-adhesive strip that shields a boat’s keel from abrasion caused by sand, rocks and ramp launches. The polymer-and-urethane blend resists wear while remaining flexible enough to follow the hull contour. Its pressure-sensitive adhesive bonds permanently and seals the contoured edges against water ingress. Angled grooves create hydrodynamic channels that reduce drag across the protected surface.

Practical Limits of Adhesive Bonding

The protector relies on a clean, dry and structurally sound gelcoat for permanent adhesion. Surfaces contaminated by wax, oil or flaking paint will prevent the adhesive from sealing the edges. Extreme hull flex or existing laminate damage can also compromise the bond over time. Installation must be performed in conditions that allow the adhesive to cure fully before the boat returns to the water.

Six-Foot Coverage Length

The six-foot roll protects a single keel section of that exact length. Boats with longer keels or multiple wear zones will need additional rolls to achieve full coverage. Buyers who need a wider strip or a different profile for a non-standard hull shape cannot use this product. Eleven colours are available to match most gelcoat finishes.

Highlights

  • Protects your keel from sand, rocks and ramp damage with abrasion-resistant polymer blend
  • Patented 3M-engineered design creates hydrodynamic channels for a slicker surface and air pockets
  • Pressure-sensitive adhesive permanently bonds contoured edges to the hull for a watertight seal
  • DIY installation requires no special tools or professional help
  • Available in 11 colours to match virtually any boat

Specifications

BrandMegaware

Questions about this item

Which colour should I choose for my boat?

KeelGuard comes in 11 colours so you can match or contrast with virtually any hull finish.

How does the protector affect the boat’s running surface?

Angled grooves create hydrodynamic channels that trap air pockets, giving a slicker surface without reducing hull performance.

What holds the strip onto the keel permanently?

A pressure-sensitive adhesive bonds and seals the contoured edges directly to the gelcoat for a lasting, watertight fit.

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