Winterizing the boat is a common task for many boat owners, regardless of where your boat is located. For some, in milder winter conditions, it means keeping everything dry and tidy, but for many, with more severe winters where it snows and even freezes, the need for packing up the boat for winter is a necessity. This article from our blogger Dave Proctor will guide you through the preparation for the winter to avoid some unpleasant surprises next spring.
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One of latest additions to our sailing hardware line-up are the Polyform fenders from the original Norwegian manufacturer, Polyform AS. Established over 60 years ago, Polyform AS is renowned for inventing the modern plastic buoy and producing fenders of exceptional quality. In this article, we will look into the key features of Polyform fenders, share the story of Polyform Norway versus Polyform US, and provide a technical comparison of some of their popular A and F-series fenders.
Yacht fender in Spanish is normally called ‘una defensa’, which may be a more appropriate name: a Defender. They are used to defend your boat by acting like a bumper between you and either a mooring quay or another boat, thus protecting the paintwork, the hull and the gunwales of your vessel. Let's look into different aspects of boat fenders!
Fender covers are designed to protect the hull of the boat while it is docked. Often forgotten, fender covers save your boat from scratching and extend fenders lives that are constantly exposed to a high volumes of UV and friction. They work equally well on motorboats and yachts.
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If you own a boat, you know how important it is to protect it from damage. That’s why investing in quality fenders is essential. Let’s take a look at the benefits of using Polyform US fenders.
Boat fenders for those going offshore - how to compromise on weight and space? There are many challenges that come with offshore racing, but just from a mooring point of view alone it can be a nightmare. Many offshore races finish at locations that differ from their starting point, so it is important to take your docking equipment with you. However, when it comes to racing yachts, especially during offshore regattas, space and weight are rare commodities! So what are the factors to consider when purchasing fenders for an offshore racing boat? This blog will give you a basic comparison of the different types of boat fenders to consider for offshore racing.
