The chilly months are upon us, but there is no need to pack away your golf car completely. Golf car enclosures have made big advances to enable golf car owners to take advantage of their golf cars year-round. A decade ago, when I first entered the golf car industry, there were only a few styles of golf car enclosures. And the high-quality ones were astronomically priced. Today, golf car owners have options when it comes to selecting a golf car enclosure. Here is some information to help you sort through the options and select the enclosure that will meet your golf car needs.
Universal Enclosures
Commonly referred to as “over the top” enclosures, the universal design relies on the golf car top for support. This style enclosure was the original enclosure design and allows the enclosure to be used on a variety of makes and models. One of the most popular over the top enclosures on the market has a camo print and converts a hunter’s golf car into a camouflaged hunting blind. These enclosures come in the basic beige color and camo.
Track Style Enclosures
Exactly how it sounds, track style enclosures require cart specific tracks to be secured to the golf car top. The enclosure slides into the track ensuring a custom fit guaranteed to protect from cold and rain. There are a few top brands that have emerged as the most trusted.
Doubletake Deluxe Enclosures are available for the common makes and models and in choice of 20 colors. Their patented Kwick-Track Rail system makes installing the enclosure and switching out valances super simple. The snap system and high-quality marine-grade vinyl provide superior water and wear resistance.
Pro-Touring is another popular brand of track style enclosure. They also have a patented design and are thought to be one of the most versatile enclosure systems on the market. Both of these brands are made in the US and are considered to be of very high quality.
Enclosures with Doors
For golf car owners with exceptionally discerning taste, consider turning your golf car into a mini car with enclosures that feature hinged doors. Premium enclosure brands, like Door-Lux and Doorworks are the most common options. A bit more difficult to install, the hinged doors can be latched open or closed, even while driving. Many golf car owners prefer doors because of the ease of entering and exiting your golf car. This is an especially handy feature for drivers and passengers when on the golf course.
In addition to various styles and brands, golf car enclosures are
also constructed from different materials. Most are constructed from marine grade vinyl and are successful in protecting golf car drivers from the elements. For an upgraded look, feel, and performance, Sunbrella is a common material for premium enclosures.
Whether you opt for an over the top, track enclosure or upgraded enclosure with doors, the most important thing is that you are able to extend the use of your golf car into the cold and stormy months. Any day where we can cruise around in our golf car is a great day!
Julie Starr, Owner of WHEELZ Custom Carts & Accessories, was one of the industry’s first online retailers of golf cart parts, when she founded her business in 2008. Julie’s eCommerce store, www.WHEELZLLC.com remains a popular online shopping experience for innovative golf car parts and accessories.
