TACO Marine ShadeFin Mini Boat Sun Shade Kit, Kayak Mount, Carry Bag, 60 x 38 in Coverage, 36-52 in Height, WeatherMAX 3D, UPF 50+

Overview

The TACO Marine ShadeFin Mini is a portable boat shade for small craft and open deck areas where fixed canvas is not practical. This parent product covers the kayak mount kit version with WeatherMAX 3D fabric in white or black, giving paddlers and boaters a compact shade setup that can move with the sun rather than staying locked in one position.

The shade area measures 60" x 38", with height adjustment from 36" to 52" for different seating positions and mounting needs. When it is not deployed, it folds down to 38" x 6" x 5", so it can fit into tighter storage spaces on a kayak, skiff, bass boat, pontoon, or tender.

The frame uses powder-coated aluminum, injection-molded nylon components, stainless-steel fasteners, and anodized aluminum parts. The WeatherMAX 3D fabric carries a UPF 50+ rating and is made to resist UV exposure, corrosion, and mildew in normal marine use.

Key features

• 60" x 38" coverage area helps shade the helm, seating position, or fishing station on compact boats and kayaks.
• Height adjusts from 36" to 52" for better placement over seated users and low-profile deck layouts.
• Folds to 38" x 6" x 5" when stowed, which helps on boats with limited locker or hatch space.
• Virtually unlimited angle adjustment lets the shade be repositioned as sun angle changes during the day.
• WeatherMAX 3D fabric with UPF 50+ rating helps reduce direct sun exposure on long runs, fishing sessions, and dockside breaks.
• Powder-coated aluminum frame, injection-molded nylon components, stainless-steel fasteners, and anodized aluminum parts support use around spray, vibration, and outdoor storage.
• Kayak mount kit and bag are included with these configurations for paddle craft and portable use.
• Multiple ShadeFin Mini units can be clustered when a larger shaded area is needed.

Variants

This ShadeFin Mini kayak mount kit is offered in two fabric color configurations.

The fabric color changes between variants, while the kayak mount kit, bag, 60" x 38" shade area, 36" to 52" height adjustment, folding size, WeatherMAX 3D fabric, UPF 50+ rating, and frame construction remain consistent across these two configurations.

• T10-4000-18: White fabric. The white canopy gives the setup a clean look that pairs well with light hulls, decks, and kayak finishes.
• T10-4000-19: Black fabric. The black canopy gives the shade a more subdued look for darker boats, fishing kayaks, and low-glare deck layouts.

Installation and setup

This version includes the kayak mount kit, making it suited to paddle craft and small boats where a portable shade needs to attach without a full bimini frame. The compact folded size also makes it practical to remove and store when trailering, beaching, or carrying gear between the vehicle and launch site.

The adjustable height and angle control are useful when the boat changes heading or the sun shifts during the afternoon. On a kayak or skiff, that flexibility can help keep shade over the seating area without taking up the space of a larger fixed top.

Use on board

This setup suits kayak anglers, families in small open boats, and boaters who need shade over a single seating or fishing position rather than full-deck coverage. It also works well as a portable shade option for bass boats, flats boats, bay boats, pontoons, skiffs, and other boats with limited built-in sun protection.

What’s included

• ShadeFin Mini sun shade
• WeatherMAX 3D fabric canopy in the selected color
• Carrying bag
• Kayak mount kit

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