Taylor Made Rafting Cushion Fender, 20 x 20 in
- Brand:
- Taylor Made
- Part no:
- 46095
Where to buy
Specifications
- Valve
- Inflation valve
This is a rectangular inflatable cushion for fending between boats, sold as a fender and rafting cushion in a 20 by 20 inch size. Six molded tubes give it its crush resistance, and the body is marine grade vinyl. An inflation valve lets you adjust the air pressure. It can be hung vertically or horizontally, so it works in either orientation. The maker warns that it is never to serve as a life saving device.
Our take
Six molded tubes provide the crush resistance on this 20 by 20 inch cushion, and the inflation valve lets you adjust the air pressure to set how firm it feels. The maker is clear that it is never a life saving device.
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.