We are in the med and like our xxxl bimini, which streches 30cm over the sprayhood and back to the backstay. It covers the full beam, and has 3,6 x 4 Meter. Maybe uncomfortable to get on the foredeck, but shade is really necessary in the med. Ours is dark blue,but i would never choose dark blue canvas anymore. Our next one will be light grey, as the temperatures are more convinient.