{"product_id":"t-h-marine-3-8-x-5-fender-line-black-set-of-2","title":"T-H Marine 3\/8\" x 5' Fender Line, Black, Set of 2","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThese T-H Marine fender lines come as a pair, each one 3\/8 inch by 5 feet with a built-in eye loop spliced into the end. Drop the loop over a cleat or rail, tie the other end to your fender, and you're set. The floating, UV-resistant polypropylene shrugs off sun and salt and keeps your gelcoat safe at the dock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFenders only do their job if they hang where you need them, and that's exactly what these T-H Marine fender lines are built for. You get a pair of pre-cut 3\/8 inch lines, each one 5 feet long, with a built-in eye loop spliced into one end. Tie one off, drop the loop over a cleat or rail, and your fender sits right at the rubrail where it protects the hull. No fussing with knots on both ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fender line isn't the same thing as a dock line, and it's worth knowing the difference. Dock lines hold the boat to the dock. Fender lines hold your fenders in position so the hull never touches a piling, a seawall, or the boat tied up next to you. These are the short, dedicated lines you leave rigged to your fenders so they're ready to deploy the second you come alongside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe line itself is solid braided multi-filament polypropylene. That's a mouthful, so here's what it means on the water. Polypropylene floats, so if a line slips off a cleat or you drop one over the side, it stays on the surface instead of sinking down toward your prop. Solid braid gives it a smooth, round profile that runs easy through a chock and won't dig into your hands when you're cinching a fender into place. And it holds a knot well without turning stiff and plasticky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack hides scuffs and dock grime better than a light line, and it doesn't telegraph every bit of wear. The multi-filament construction is UV-resistant, which matters more than people think. Fender lines live outside, exposed to sun every single day of the season. Cheaper rope goes chalky and brittle after a summer or two in the sun. This one's made to hold up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spliced eye loop is the real convenience here. Loop it over a cleat horn, a stanchion base, or a rail, then run the working end down to your fender's top eye and tie it off at whatever height you need. When you come off the dock, you lift the loop and the whole thing comes with you. Five feet gives you enough length to hang a fender from a rail down to the waterline on most runabouts, center consoles, and small cruisers, with a little extra to adjust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a first-time boat owner, buying fender lines pre-made takes the guesswork out of it. You don't need to buy bulk rope, measure, cut, and splice your own eyes. If you're rafting up with friends on the weekend, keep a pair of these in a locker as spares so you've always got a clean line ready. They're also handy to hand off to a crew member who's never docked before, since there's nothing to tie on the loop end. And if you trailer your boat, they coil up small and stow easy in a dock bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree-eighths inch is the sweet spot for most trailerable boats and smaller cruisers. It's heavy enough to take the load of a fender bouncing against a piling in a chop, but thin enough to cleat off quickly and tie a clean knot. Boats in the 16 to 26 foot range are right in the wheelhouse for this diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare is simple. Rinse them with fresh water now and then to clear salt and grit, and let them dry before you coil them away for long stretches. Polypropylene doesn't absorb water the way natural fiber does, so these won't hold a soggy, mildewy smell in the rope locker. A quick rinse at the end of the season is about all they ask for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou get two lines in the set, so you can rig a fender on each side, or keep one working and one spare. They're an inexpensive piece of gear that quietly saves your gelcoat every time you come alongside a rough dock. Keep a set aboard and you'll reach for them more than you'd expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3\/8 inch diameter solid braided line, sized right for boats roughly 16 to 26 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5 feet long per line, enough to hang a fender from a rail down to the waterline on most boats\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in spliced eye loop drops over a cleat or rail for fast, knot-free setup on one end\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMulti-filament polypropylene floats, so a dropped line stays on the surface and clear of your prop\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUV-resistant construction holds up to full-season sun without going chalky or brittle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSolid braid runs smooth through a chock and stays easy on your hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlack finish hides dock grime and scuffs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSold as a set of 2, enough to rig both sides or keep a spare aboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized T-H Marine Supplies reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow long are these fender lines?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eEach line is 5 feet long, and you get two in the set. That's enough to hang a fender from a rail or cleat down to the waterline on most runabouts and small cruisers, with some extra to fine-tune the height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat's the diameter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e3\/8 inch. It's a common size for trailerable boats and smaller cruisers, heavy enough to handle a fender working against a dock in a chop but thin enough to cleat and knot quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill these lines float?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. They're made from multi-filament polypropylene, which floats. If a line slips off a cleat or goes over the side, it stays on the surface instead of sinking toward your prop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the built-in eye loop for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOne end of each line has a spliced eye loop. You drop it over a cleat horn, stanchion, or rail, then tie the working end to your fender. When you leave the dock, lift the loop and the line comes with you. No knots to untie on that end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow many lines come in the set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTwo. The set gives you a pair, so you can rig a fender on each side of the boat or keep one as a spare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat size boat are these best for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 3\/8 inch diameter suits boats roughly in the 16 to 26 foot range, like runabouts, center consoles, and small cruisers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAre they UV-resistant?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. The multi-filament polypropylene is UV-resistant, so it holds up to full-season sun exposure without going chalky and brittle the way cheaper rope can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat color are they?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBlack. It hides dock grime and scuffs and doesn't show wear as readily as a light-colored line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDo I have to tie knots on both ends?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNot on the loop end. The spliced eye loop drops right over a cleat or rail. You only tie the working end to the fender, which lets you set the hang height you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I care for them?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eRinse with fresh water to clear salt and grit, and let them dry before long-term storage. 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