Fender Outlet Blog

A boat fender basket should match the fender’s correctly inflated diameter, support it without crushing or excessive movement, and be mounted to a rail or structure capable of carrying the bask … Read Full Article

Traditional moulded PVC fenders are usually the simplest choice for permanent everyday use, while deflatable fabric fenders are particularly valuable when large protection is needed but locker space … Read Full Article

Replace a boat fender when it can no longer hold reliable pressure, maintain its protective shape, carry its suspension load or present a smooth resilient surface to the hull. Deep cracks, split rope … Read Full Article

Choose dock fenders by the boat’s actual contact path, not simply the length of the pontoon. Identify where the bow, shoulder, midships and quarter can touch through the full tide and loading r … Read Full Article

When rafting up, place the largest suitable fenders where the two hulls will actually touch—normally around the widest sections and any mismatched bow or quarter—and secure the boats with … Read Full Article

A boat fender should be firm enough to hold its designed shape, yet soft enough to compress under light hand pressure. It should never feel as hard as a car tyre. The correct pressure is set by the m … Read Full Article

When it comes to protecting your boat, fenders are one of the simplest yet most effective investments you can make. They act as a barrier between your vessel and anything it might come into contact wi … Read Full Article

When you’re cruising the UK’s canals and rivers, your narrowboat isn’t just a vessel - it’s often your home, your holiday retreat, and your pride and joy. With so much time and … Read Full Article

If you’ve ever wondered how many fenders you actually need for your boat - or struggled to choose the right size - you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common questions we hear fro … Read Full Article

Fenders are one of the most important accessories a boat owner can invest in. They provide essential protection, preventing damage to your hull when docking, rafting up with other boats, or mooring. W … Read Full Article

Fenders are essential equipment for any boat, whether you're mooring temporarily at a dock or rafting up alongside another vessel. Their main purpose is to prevent hull damage by absorbing the impact … Read Full Article

Boat fenders are vital for protecting your vessel from impact damage during docking and rafting, but they’re also some of the dirtiest pieces of equipment on board. Constantly exposed to grime f … Read Full Article