{"product_id":"taylor-made-hull-gard-fender-6-5-x-23-blue-41023","title":"Taylor Made Hull Gard Fender 6.5\" x 23\" Blue | 41023","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe Taylor Made Hull Gard is the fender you hang over the rail when you're docking, rafting up, or riding out a rough night at the slip. This is the 6-1\/2 by 23 inch size in blue, built for boats from 20 to 25 feet. Smooth vinyl that protects your gelcoat without leaving a mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Taylor Made Hull Gard is the fender you hang over the rail when you're coming into the dock, rafting up with a buddy, or riding out a night at a rough slip. This one's the 6-1\/2 inch by 23 inch size in blue, and it's built for boats in the 20 to 25 foot range. Runabouts, bowriders, small cuddies, center consoles. That's its sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a smooth-sided cylinder made from marine-grade vinyl, so it wipes clean and won't scuff a gelcoat hull the way a hard bumper can. Hang it vertically from either end, or run it horizontal along the rail, depending on how your rub rail lines up with the piling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's the part a lot of folks overlook. It ships pre-inflated, but it has a real inflation valve, so you can tune the air pressure to the job. Firm it up for a concrete seawall that isn't going anywhere. Let a little out for a softer, more forgiving cushion against another boat's topsides. A fender that's rock-hard actually transmits more shock into the hull, so don't be afraid to bleed a few pounds out of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne fender rarely does the whole job. Most 20 to 25 foot boats want three or four down each side when they're tied up for real, more if you're rafting. Buy a matched set so they sit at the same height along the rail and share the load evenly. And check the valve at the start of every season. Vinyl holds air well, but temperature swings and a long winter will soften one up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're not sure this is the right size for your boat, give us a shout. Fender sizing comes down to boat length and how much freeboard you're working with, and it's the kind of thing we sort out with boaters every single day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e6-1\/2 inch diameter by 23 inch length, sized for boats from 20 to 25 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMarine-grade vinyl construction that wipes clean and won't scuff gelcoat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmooth cylinder shape for flat, even contact against pilings, seawalls, and other hulls\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePre-inflated with an inflation valve so you can adjust the air pressure to the situation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHangs vertically from either end or horizontally along the rail to match your dock setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSold individually so you can build a matched set for your boat's length\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\u003eWhat size boat is this fender made for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTaylor Made sizes the 6-1\/2 by 23 inch Hull Gard for boats from 20 to 25 feet. If your boat is bigger or has a lot of freeboard, step up to a larger size or hang more of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes it come inflated?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, it ships pre-inflated. It also has an inflation valve, so you can top it off or let a little air out to fine-tune the firmness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow many fenders do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFor a 20 to 25 foot boat, plan on three or four per side when you're tied up. More if you're rafting against another boat. This one is sold individually, so buy a matched set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I adjust how firm it is?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYou can. Use the valve to firm it up against a hard seawall or soften it against another hull. Don't overinflate. A rock-hard fender passes more shock into the hull than a slightly soft one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat's it made of?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMarine-grade vinyl. It wipes clean with soap and water and holds air well season to season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this one fender or a pair?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's a single fender. 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