Mooring Whips vs Fenders: Keeping the Hull Off the Dock

Mooring Whips vs Fenders: Keeping the Hull Off the Dock

If you’ve ever walked a marina after a storm and seen the gelcoat smeared across a dock piling, you already understand why the mooring whips vs fenders boat protection debate matters so much. I’ve spent twenty years on the Gulf Coast building and repairing docks, and I can tell you — most hull damage I’ve … Read more

Choosing Dock Lines: Diameter Material and Why Nylon Wins

Choosing Dock Lines: Diameter Material and Why Nylon Wins

The first time I watched a 24-foot center console snap its dock lines and drift into a neighbor’s boat, I learned something that changed how I approach every docking setup. The owner had used the wrong material and the wrong diameter. Two mistakes. One expensive morning. If you’re searching for the best dock line material … Read more