{"product_id":"taco-rigid-rub-rail-black-20-ft-30-50-ft-boats","title":"TACO Metals Rigid Rub Rail, Black Vinyl, 20 ft (30-50 ft Boats)","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe TACO Metals rigid rub rail is a 20 foot black vinyl guard built for boats in the 30 to 50 foot range. It's rigid, it's tough, and it comes drilled and countersunk for #8 or #10 screws on 6 inch centers. If your old rail is cracked or chalky, this is a clean, no-nonsense replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TACO Metals rigid rub rail is the black vinyl guard that takes the hits so your hull doesn't. This is a 20 foot rigid section, 2 inches tall and 1 inch thick, sized for boats in the 30 to 50 foot range. If you run a cruiser, sportfisher, or express boat that spends real time against a dock or raft-up, this is the kind of gear that pays for itself the first time you come in a little hot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRigid is the key word here. This profile holds its shape, so it spreads a docking impact across a long run of the hull instead of letting a piling dig into one spot. Vinyl construction shrugs off salt, sun, and the occasional scrape, and the black finish is a clean look that hides marks between wash-downs. It's a straightforward, honest piece of hardware. There's nothing fancy going on, and that's exactly why it works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink about how you actually use the boat. Marina slip with fixed pilings, frequent raft-ups at the sandbar, or backing stern-to in a busy harbor. Those are the situations where a proper rub rail earns its keep. The rigid profile is built to take repeated contact against hard surfaces, which is exactly what a 30 to 50 foot boat sees over a season of real use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe section comes drilled and countersunk from the factory for #8 or #10 screws on 6 inch centers, so you're not measuring and marking a couple hundred holes by hand. That said, do yourself a favor and dry-fit the whole run before you drive a single screw. On a curved bow or a boat with any flare, the pre-drilled spacing can walk off your intended line, so mark your fastener points against the hull and pilot as you go. We've seen more than one install fight the curve because someone trusted the holes without checking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpeaking of curves, rigid vinyl doesn't love a tight radius when it's cold. If you're wrapping a sharp bow or working in cool weather, warm the material with a heat gun and ease it into shape a little at a time. Take your time at the corners. A slow, patient bend beats a cracked section every day of the week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBedding matters too. Countersunk holes in gelcoat can pull through on lighter or cored hulls if you skip the prep, so use backing washers where you can reach behind the rail and bed every fastener with a good marine sealant. That keeps water out of the screw holes and stops the slow leaks that show up a couple seasons down the road. It's an extra hour of work up front that saves you a headache later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA word on upkeep. Black vinyl in full sun will chalk a bit over several seasons, same as any dark trim on the water. A quick wipe with a vinyl protectant once a season keeps it looking sharp and slows the fade. It's the kind of five-minute job you do while you're already cleaning the boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne 20 foot section covers a good stretch, but most boats in the 30 to 50 foot range will need more than one to run both sides. Measure your total rail length, add a little for the transom wrap and for waste at the corners, and order accordingly. Finish the ends with matching TACO end caps so the run looks clean at the bow and stern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottom line: if your rub rail is cracked, chalky, or just plain gone, this is a solid replacement for a mid-size boat. It's rigid, it's tough, and it installs with basic tools and a little patience. Order enough to do the whole boat at once and you'll have a fresh rub rail that looks right and does its job for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e20 foot rigid section, sized for boats from 30 to 50 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 inch height by 1 inch thickness for solid coverage along the sheer line\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRigid vinyl profile spreads docking impact instead of concentrating it in one spot\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlack vinyl resists salt, sun, and scrapes with a clean, low-maintenance finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFactory drilled and countersunk for #8 or #10 fasteners, no hole layout needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFasteners spaced on 6 inch centers for an even, secure hold along the run\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle section, order multiples to cover both sides of a mid-size boat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinishes cleanly with matching TACO end caps at the bow and stern\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 TACO METALS 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\u003eWhat size boat is this rub rail for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTACO sizes this 2 inch by 1 inch rigid profile for boats in the 30 to 50 foot range. That covers most mid-size cruisers, sportfishers, and express boats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow long is one section?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eEach section is 20 feet. Most 30 to 50 foot boats need more than one to run both sides, so measure your total rail length and add a little for the transom wrap and corner waste before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat screws does it use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's drilled and countersunk from the factory for #8 or #10 screws on 6 inch centers. You supply the fasteners to match your hull, and we recommend bedding each one with marine sealant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this rigid or flexible?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's rigid. The profile holds its shape and spreads docking impact across a long run of the hull rather than letting a piling dig into one spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this a one-piece rail or a track and insert?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's a one-piece rigid vinyl rail. Finish the ends with matching TACO end caps for a clean look at the bow and stern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I bend it around the bow?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, with care. Rigid vinyl doesn't like a tight radius when it's cold, so warm it with a heat gun and ease it into shape a little at a time. Dry-fit the whole run first so the pre-drilled holes line up on the curve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat color and material is it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBlack vinyl. 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