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Choosing a Regulatory, Ski or Personal Water Craft Marker Buoy

Published on July 9, 2010 By sailorf21

When selecting a type of regulatory buoys, certain requirements must be met to comply with the regulations set by the authorities who govern local waterways. Many regulatory buoys, such as those manufactured by Taylor Made, are filled with polyurethane foam and have concrete weight to retain a balance between weight and buoyancy that keeps them stable, upright [...]

Installing Dock Edge and Post Bumpers

Published on July 7, 2010 By sailorf21

Aside from fenders, a variety of products are available for purchase that will protect boats from the hard corners or sided of docks. Dock edges are sometimes preferable to fenders because they can permanently be kept in place and offer an alternative for protecting one’s vessel. Options include wave dock guards, dock corner edging and [...]

Considerations When Choosing Dock Edges

Published on June 24, 2010 By sailorf21

Boaters are met by a wide array of options when shopping for products that will protect their boats from hard dock edges. While fenders are used to protect the boat, others prefer additional protection of dock edging that is permanently kept in position to reduce any wear from rubbing against docks. These items include Taylor [...]