Been running a retractable cover on my 2020 F-150 through Oregon’s soggy seasons for two years now, and it’s kept my hiking gear and dog bed dry as a bone, so I’ve got some scoop for ya. Picked an aluminum one – it’s sturdy enough that I’ve stacked 200 pounds of firewood on it, no dents, no fuss. Canister takes up 10 inches at the front, but my pup’s crate still fits under it, and I can toss bags beside it easy. Locks tight with a key anywhere along the track, which is clutch when I’m parked at trailheads. Rain-wise, it’s got drainage tubes that shunt water out the sides – I’ve driven through downpours, and it’s solid, though I had a tiny drip near the tailgate once; a $7 seal from the hardware store nixed that. A is what I’d throw your way – it’s legit for wet climates, and my neighbor’s budget one turned into a puddle party after a month. Install was smooth – 50 minutes with a buddy, clamped on, no drilling. Mud washes off easy, and it’s never jammed. My sister’s soft cover was a swamp every rain, so this is the fix. Measure your bed exact, and you’ll stay dry no matter what!