At least one fender must be placed at maximum beam, with others distributed fore and aft.
So a 20′ boat would need 3 fenders and a 40′ would need 4. There is a rule of thumb for fender number: use one fender per 10′ of waterline, with a minimum of three fenders. In addition, they help prevent injuries to people who may accidentally bump into the dock.Retail price for Dockmate: $6,800 for a five-function system that controls two engines, a thruster, an anchor and a horn. Bumpers also protect the dock itself from scratches, dents, and other forms of wear and tear. They can prevent boats from colliding directly with the dock, reducing the risk of hull damage or other structural harm. The impact zone for this type of bumper is above the dock surface, not below.ĭock bumpers serve several functions. These are ideal for problem spots where you need your boat to bump and roll. Wheel boat bumpers are available for pole mount, wood corner mount, and wood face mount. These can also be used on outside corners of Dura-LITE and Feather-LITE docks, but they will not fit the broad flat side of our aluminum docks as the poles are internal to the frame. They slip down over the post and wrap the hardware. Torpedo boat bumpers are an affordable bumper option to cover the hardware area of a stationary pipe dock. Since the life of an aluminum dock is longer than our rubber edging for boat docks, more permanent bumpers are recommended. For attaching to aluminum docks, we suggest self drilling Tek screws. Note: Edge Guard does not work with overlap decking where boards extend beyond the outsides of the frame. Simply nail on with stainless steel or galvanized ring shank roofing nails every 6-8″ on top and bottom. Edge Guard and C-ShapeĮdge Guard and C-shape fenders are affordable ways to protect wood docks. This affords you more protection range for fluctuating water depths. Our unique post bumpers offer two forms of adjustment, on the pole, or on the back track. Plastic post bumpers (pipe mount) are our most popular choice for protecting boats and docks on any of our pipe leg docks, Dura-LITE, Feather-LITE, or wood docks. These same bumpers will work as piling post bumpers. These are available with pressure treated or red cedar lumber, and in 36″ or 46″ lengths. Our marine post bumper offerings use high quality materials that are extremely capable, and are intended for use on the water. Wood Post Dock Bumpersĭock bumpers for posts are an affordable solution to protecting your boat while maintaining a rustic appearance. Use a corner wheel bumper or extend regular horizontal bumpers to the corners on Feather-LITE docks. These are not recommended for Feather-LITE docks. Corner BumpersĬorner bumpers can be screwed to Dura-LITE docks or wood docks. For Feather-LITE docks made in 2012 or later, use the center track with slot mounting hardware.
Drill and through bolt to mount on any wood docks, Dura-LITE docks, or Feather-LITE docks manufactured prior to 2012. Our 36″ Half Round bumpers are available for mounting on any of our docks. Guardian Bumperĭura-LITE docks offer Snap On vertical or horizontal 36″ polyethylene bumpers, as well as adjustable post mount bumpers. We offer three sizes, and colors of white or blue.
They are a softer buffer between the boat and the dock than any kind of dock bumper. Their ability to roll makes them able to last long, and keeps your dock from scuffing during day-to-day impacts. Boat Fendersīoat fenders are the first line of defense for your boat. You will also learn why we believe we have the best boat bumpers for dock systems. Choose from horizontal or vertical bumpers and a variety of edge protection.
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