{"product_id":"taylor-made-8x26-ribbed-inflatable-boat-fender-blue","title":"Taylor Made 8x26 Ribbed Inflatable Boat Fender, Blue","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe Taylor Made ribbed inflatable fender is cheap insurance for your hull. At 8 inches across and 26 inches long, it's a mid-size cylinder that suits runabouts, center consoles, and cruisers. Molded vinyl, needle-valve inflation, and an easy-to-live-with blue finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good fender is cheap insurance against a scraped hull, and this Taylor Made ribbed fender does the job without any fuss. It measures 8 inches across and 26 inches long, which puts it right in the sweet spot for a lot of runabouts, center consoles, and mid-size cruisers. Hang a couple over the rail when you pull into the slip and you've got a soft buffer between your gel coat and the dock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is molded vinyl with a ribbed outer wall. Those ribs aren't just for looks. They add wall stiffness so the fender holds its shape under a real load instead of squashing flat the moment your boat leans on it. The round, cylindrical profile is the classic all-rounder. It works vertically against a dock piling or horizontally when you're rafting up next to another boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt inflates through a needle-type valve, the same kind you'd use on a sports ball. Top it up with a standard inflation needle and a small pump, set the firmness where you like it, and you're done. Firmer for heavier boats and rougher water, a touch softer for a gentle cushion in calm conditions. The valve seats flush so there's nothing extra to snag a line on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue is an easy color to live with. It hides scuffs better than white and doesn't leave marks on a light-colored hull the way some darker fenders can. This one ships as a single fender, so if you want a matched set along one side, just order the quantity you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne honest note. There's no rope or fender line in the box. You'll rig your own line to hang it, which a lot of boaters prefer anyway since it lets you match line size and length to your own cleats. It's a simple, proven fender from a company that's been building marine gear for a long time, and at this size it earns its keep on almost any weekend boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8-inch diameter by 26-inch length sizes it for runabouts, center consoles, and mid-size cruisers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRibbed vinyl construction adds wall stiffness so it holds its shape under load instead of squashing flat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRound cylindrical profile works vertically against a piling or horizontally for rafting up\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNeedle-type inflation valve lets you set firmness with a standard ball needle and a small pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlue finish hides scuffs and won't leave marks on a light-colored hull\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSold as a single fender so you can build a matched set to fit your boat\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 Taylor Made 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 big is this fender?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's 8 inches in diameter and 26 inches long, a mid-size cylinder that covers most everyday docking needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat size boat is it right for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt suits a lot of runabouts, center consoles, and mid-size cruisers. 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