Taylor Made 5x18 Ribbed Boat Fender, White 2-Pack
Taylor Made 5x18 Ribbed Boat Fender, White 2-Pack — Product description
These Taylor Made ribbed vinyl fenders keep your hull off the dock and off the boat next to you. You get two 5 inch by 18 inch fenders in white, each with a 6 foot black fender line already tied on. Inflate them through the needle valve, hang them over the rail, and you're set for a day at the slip.
Every boat needs fenders, and a good ribbed one earns its keep the first time you come alongside a piling in a crosswind. This Taylor Made two-pack gives you a matched set of white 5 inch by 18 inch ribbed vinyl fenders, each already rigged with a 6 foot black fender line. Hang them, set the height, and go.
The ribbed body is the part boaters notice. Those molded ridges give the fender a little more grip against a piling or a neighboring hull, so it doesn't slide out of place when the wake rolls through. The 5 inch diameter suits smaller boats and tender-sized craft, and at 18 inches long there's plenty of cushion to spread the load along the rub rail instead of concentrating it in one spot.
Inflation is simple. There's a needle-type valve molded into the fender, so you top it off with a standard pump needle, the same kind you'd use on a ball or a sport inflatable. Firm is good. You want the fender to hold its shape under pressure without going rock hard, because a little give is what absorbs the bump. If it softens over a long season, a few pumps brings it right back.
Both fenders ship with a 6 foot black fender line already attached, which is a nice touch when you're rigging a new boat or replacing a set that walked off the dock. Tie them to a cleat, a rail, or a lifeline, and you can move them fore and aft as you dock bow-in or stern-to. White is the safe pick. It shows scuffs, sure, but a wipe with a vinyl cleaner brings the finish back and it looks right against just about any hull color.
Who's this for? Runabouts, small center consoles, dinghies, and pontoon boats living at a fixed slip or rafting up on the weekend. If you run a larger boat or you're taking heavy dock loads, you'll want a bigger diameter fender for real protection. But for everyday docking on a smaller boat, a pair of these covers you, and having two matched fenders with lines already tied means you're not scrambling the first time you pull in.
Key Features
- 5 inch diameter by 18 inch length: enough cushion for smaller boats and tenders without hogging rail space
- Ribbed vinyl body grips pilings and hulls so the fender stays put when wakes roll through
- Needle-type inflation valve tops off with any standard pump needle in seconds
- 6 foot black fender line included on each fender, so the set is ready to hang out of the box
- White finish wipes clean with a vinyl cleaner and looks right against any hull color
- Sold as a matched pack of 2 for bow and stern coverage at the slip
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized Taylor Made reseller, full manufacturer warranty
- NMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs
- Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items
- NY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store
Technical specifications
| Title | White; Ribbed; Round; 5 Inch Diameter x 18 Inch Length; Vinyl; With Needle Type Valve For Inflation And 6 Foot Length Black Fender Line; Pack Of 2 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Taylor Made |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 310152P |
| UPC | 040011919069 |
| Color | White |
| Shape | Round |
| Surface Texture | Ribbed |
| Diameter | 5 inches |
| Length | 18 inches |
| Material | Vinyl |
| Inflation Valve | Needle Type |
| Fender Line | 6 foot black fender line, included |
| Package Quantity | Pack of 2 |
Frequently asked questions
How many fenders come in this pack?
Two. This is a matched pack of 2 Taylor Made 5 inch by 18 inch ribbed vinyl fenders, both in white.
Are the fender lines included?
Yes. Each fender ships with a 6 foot black fender line already attached, so you can tie them to a cleat or rail right away.
How do I inflate these fenders?
They use a needle-type valve. Top them off with a standard inflation needle and pump, the same kind you'd use for a sport ball or inflatable. Inflate until firm but with a little give.
What size boat are these fenders for?
The 5 inch diameter suits smaller boats, tenders, dinghies, and pontoon boats. Larger boats taking heavier dock loads should step up to a bigger diameter fender.
What are the fenders made of?
Vinyl, with a ribbed molded body. The ribs help the fender grip against a piling or hull so it doesn't slide out of position.
Why choose a ribbed fender over a smooth one?
The molded ribs add grip against pilings and neighboring hulls, which helps the fender stay put in wakes and wind. A smooth fender can slide more easily along a surface.
