Early s touring automobiles had a barrel-shaped rear section that was called the tonneau, which is French for barrel or cask. A removable cover was designed to protect that area from rain and the elements; thus, the name tonneau cover.
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The term was revived years later, when it came to be applied to pickup truck bed covers. In the 80’s, soft covers that snapped on became all the rage, they did the job, but were hard to use.
Fast forward to today. Tonneau covers have come a long way since those unwieldy snap versions. Innovations in design and materials have paved the way for a whole new generation of truck bed covers. Keeping pace with the truck manufacturers use of aluminum and advanced compositing techniques, current gen covers are now simple to use while offering far superior security and weather protection. And with numerous modern designs available, from matte black to paint matched, there are enough choices to meet everyone’s unique tastes.
Truth is: a pickup is just not complete without a truck bed cover – and we should know. RealTruck is America's number one seller of truck bed covers, and a leader in truck accessories. That makes it pretty safe to say that we are the authority in this field.
We offer an impressive selection of covers for just about every make and model out there. Choices include soft rolling, hard rolling, soft folding, hard folding, retractable, one-piece lid, and cap. Whew. So which cover is right for you? It depends on how you use your truck and what you carry in your truck bed. Let RealTruck be your guide on the road to find the perfect truck bed cover.
And by the way, if you think you can’t have a tonneau cover and quick full bed access at the same time, you would be mistaken, my friend.
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1. Weather Protection. No matter what mother nature brings; Rain, Snow, or Dust, covers keep the elements out.
2. Security. Keep your items safe and secure by closing the truck bed cover
3. Keeps Cargo In Your Truck. Covers keep your items where they belong
4. Enhanced Look. From a fine gloss to matte black there is a cover to match everyone’s needs
5. Expanded Capabilities. Take your adventures on the road by adding a rack to the track system of your truck bed cover.
6. There when you need it. With the ability to keep your items safe but with the means to access your whole truck bed when you need to haul a big load.
7. Ease of use. They roll and the fold with just a flip of the wrist.
If you routinely need the use of your full truck bed, hard quad-folding covers are the ideal all-round choice. They offer real flexibility and great features, like full bed access when completely open and great security when closed. They are great for moving large furniture across town and securing your tools in the truck bed when you get there.
So, let’s talk about the BAKFlip MX4 … it opens fully in seconds with dual cable releases, allowing the cover to be opened from either side. It folds up vertically and is secured against the cab with prop rods for driving fully open. And the MX4 closes just as easily with slam latches that lock each section of the cover as it shuts. The versatility and good looks of the MX4 has made it the number-one selling hard cover on the market. Installation requires just a couple of tools and takes about twenty minutes.
A retractable cover is a variation of a rolling cover – but instead of it rolling on top of your truck bed, it rolls into a canister inside the bed. The top surface is usually constructed from sturdy aluminum stats that glide on ball bearings for ease of operation. A popular choice here is the Retrax Pro XR. It has a great look, and since it's all metal, it’s one of the most secure covers on the market. Plus, you can lock it in place wherever you want, depending on how much bed access you need. The ease of use of a retractable cover makes it ideal for those who need to open and close their truck bed cover frequently. The canister that stores the rolled-up cover takes up a bit of space in the bed, but on the plus side, a retractable cover is the easiest to use and maintains the clean lines of your truck.
Another nice feature is the option of a track system – slots built into the top of the side rails which allow you to install third-party racks and other accessories to carry cargo over your bed, perfect for your next adventure. Installation for the Retrax Pro XR takes about thirty minutes with two people.
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