Taylor Made Economy Fender 31014, White, 8 x 26 in
- Brand:
- Taylor Made
- Part no:
- 31014
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Where to buy
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Specifications
- Diameter x length
- 8" x 26"
- Valve
- Needle type
This is the Taylor Made 31014 economy fender in white, 8" x 26", made from what the maker calls high quality vinyl. Its job is to help protect a boat from scuffs and scratches. Inflation goes through a needle type valve. The fender is supplied on its own, so any line to hang it with is not included.
Our take
The vinyl body and needle type valve define this 8" x 26" fender: it is an inflatable bumper to guard against scuffs and scratches, kept simple. It comes as the fender only, so any line to hang it is extra.
From our buying guide
Polyform says to use at least three fenders when docking, and Taylor Made's rule of thumb is one for every 10 ft of waterline per side. Both makers hedge their size charts, so allow for your boat and where you moor.
Check before you buy:
- The size is on that maker's own chart for your boat's length.
- Your fender line suits the eye, since Polyform says too small a line can cut through a vinyl eye.
- You'll inflate it to the maker's figure, since two makers say over-inflating voids the warranty.