Hmm..bumpy rubbery things - Page 2

hard1 · 31 December 2005, 01:25

"Up" not "in" and it's not quite 2006 yet. Plenty of time to go....

tcwozere · 31 December 2005, 10:01

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Originally Posted by hard1

it's not quite 2006 yet. Plenty of time to go....

Jimbob · 31 December 2005, 18:20

Here is what we do

1) We always use fenders as it will protect the tubes against any hard/sharp edges which are always found in marinas, visitors spaces.
2) We have 6, Two about 15 inches long and four 10 inches, i got them all for under 50 quid. We often put them both sides when leaving the boat to avoid the odd bump that we all do now and again. Also i have got used to doing this on hardboats. e.g we use the two big ones and one small one on the side we are attaching too (pontoon)
3) You can see approx where we attach, which i think was one of the questions.
4) As someone has said the boat costs quite a bit, so dont skimp on these sorts of things,,,,as they say buy the best you can afford

Tibs · 02 January 2006, 15:41

Hey Choppy,

Good question. I would always have some type of fenders aboard, in case you have to dock against a not-so-friendy pier. I don't think it's necessary at all times, especially when pulling longside other boats. But as one of the other members said, your boat is not cheap, and is very high quality. It can't be a bad idea to take care of the tubes, even if it's a bit overkill.

I keep two small fenders in my console, or aft between the A-Frame supports. Sometimes I use 'em, sometime I don't!!

Chopppywaters · 02 January 2006, 16:26

The only problem I see is where would i attach the fender closest to the bow? The aft one i would attach to the A-frame but i have no handles on my tubes, so the only place would be the life line which doesnt seem too smart.

jyasaki · 03 January 2006, 05:12

I use 2 of these Hull Hugger thingies:

http://boatfix.com/catalog/441.pdf (bottom left of page)

I put one just forward of the transom, and one just before the bow starts to taper. I almost always tie up alongside piers, however, rather than in slips.

I use them when taking boats alongside, as well (as in towing.)

For $14, you can't beat the price.

jky

MarkM · 03 January 2006, 11:15

Very nice those: Hull Hugger thingies. I wonder where I can buy them in Europe.
Do you know an online-store? I would be very greatful for an answer.

Mark Halliday · 03 January 2006, 12:20

I find another rib is the best fendering around.

OK. If I cant find the above I have 1 large and 1 small sausage type fender (both found floating in the solent) and 2 flat foam fenders from Aladins Cave (around £20 each from memory).
The foam ones also make great cushions or swim floats for kids.

jyasaki · 05 January 2006, 23:53

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Originally Posted by MarkM

Very nice those: Hull Hugger thingies. I wonder where I can buy them in Europe.
Do you know an online-store? I would be very greatful for an answer.

Mark;

Don't know about Europe, but they're pretty available in the States. I don't know if any of these guys ship across the Atlantic, but you could give them a try:

Boatfix.com Boaterworld.com Westmarine.com fogdog.com

BTW, they come in a variety of sizes, so make sure you look at that as well.

jky

Chris Murray · 09 April 2006, 18:16

I am still not sure about which are the best type of fenders to use.

The picture of the Scorpion suggests that conventional round (sausage) fenders would be OK. However, it seems that a number of RIBnetters are now using the flat type.

Incidently, I was at Port Solent yesterday and saw that some (if not all) of their flat fenders now have holes in the narrow sides, rather than on their main suface. I should think that this could possible reduce scuffing of the tubes by the ropes.

Does anyone have strong views on these?

Thanks!

Chris.

Charles · 09 April 2006, 19:42

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Originally Posted by Chris Murray

I am still not sure about which are the best type of fenders to use.
Chris.

There you go Chris.

Chris Murray · 09 April 2006, 20:19

That looks pretty conclusive then!

It looks like conventional sausage fenders for the marina and perhaps a long flat one for going through locks.

Thanks CT01!

Chris.

pathalla · 10 April 2006, 03:06

Personally I like to use as big a fender as seems reasonable, 10 x 20 white "Taylor" made which are inflatable, like the boat. Smaller size fenders are easy to stow, but get a heavy wind or precarious docking situation and you are playing with fire. If you like your boat protect it. The pads Bou posted a picture of earlier in this thread work well in most situations, I have some of those as well and they see a lot of use. Always put out fenders, it is a good habit to develop and very cheap insurance.

Charles · 10 April 2006, 08:04

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Originally Posted by Chris Murray

That looks pretty conclusive then!

Chris.

Well.... no! Being a new Scorp you should tie your fenders to the cleats on the pontoon, not on the boat

ian parkes · 12 April 2006, 00:35

Don't know how well it will work , but my mate wants to go fishing so I have got some bath/shower mats with suckers on to stick to the tubes . Mainly for where the rod etc is likely to rest not to stop hooks , but i guess they would help.

Those flat fenders look similar to swimming floats to me , the ethafoam type .

Tibs · 13 April 2006, 02:25

Hey Choppy, you don't need a fender at the bow, because your RIB's bow will not hit the dock. Two would be nice, one fwd of the transom and fwd of miships. Fenders in any boat are a good idea, even Ribs, if docking for a long period of time. Any protection to your tube is a wise idea....