Strapless Bimini Conversion Kit

At a very reasonable cost and little effort, you can replace straps on your bimini and convert it to Gemini's strapless bimini with folding spreader bars. Improve access in and out of the cockpit, create strength and rigidity and have a top that will be tight — every time — without adjustment.

The Strapless Bimini Conversion Kit provides everything needed for the change-over:

• 4 sliding or split type side mounts
• 4 eye ends
• 2 assembled Gemini folding struts with cast 316 stainless hinges in 3-ft or 6-ft lengths

Installation instructions with photos included. The only tools needed are a hex key (provided) and a tubing cutter.

There are a few options

Sliding or split type side mounts:
Sliding side mounts (at right) save money but require disassembly of the frame to install the new side mounts high on the frame.
1" tubing: $10     7/8" tubing: $10

Split type side mounts (at left) have an opening clamp design that are placed in position and you're done. No disassembly. No work.
1" tubing: $21     7/8" tubing: $20

Assembled struts or hinge kits:
Assembled struts (right) are easy: just cut to length and install. Available in 3-ft and 6-ft lengths.
1" x 6': $75     7/8" x 6': $70
1" x 3': $68     7/8" x 3': $65

Hinge kits provide the essential components (lower right) for building a pair of folding struts. Your labor saves cost. These kits are available also with plastic hinges for lighter duty, such as with aluminum tubing or .049 wall thickness stainless tubing, or for smaller projects like folding table legs or more compact pole/frame storage.

Plastic Hinge Kits—
10" sleeves: $70     5" sleeves: $60

Stainless Hinge Kits—
10" sleeves: $85     5" sleeves: $75

Click any photo to view larger

Top of page