Davis Instruments DockShockle Dock Line Snubber, Black, 12 Inch, for Boats up to 40 Feet

The Davis Instruments DockShockle is a dock line snubber built for smaller, lighter boats up to 40 feet (12 m). It uses a patented internal line limiter and a progressive tension design so that the further the DockShockle stretches, the greater its return force, giving smooth, moderated absorption of constant or sudden shock loads on dock and anchor lines. This reduces line chafe, quiets the boat at the dock, and helps protect cleats and hardware from repeated jolting.

Construction is a 2500 lb (1140 kg) test nylon webbing internal line limiter wrapped in an outer sheath of 3500 lb (1590 kg) test tubular nylon webbing that is UV resistant to protect the internal parts. The webbing measures 12 inches (31 cm) long when relaxed, and ideal working slack in the line is 3 to 6 inches (8-15 cm). Each end terminates in a 316 stainless steel carabiner for quick attachment and removal.

The DockShockle kit includes a pair of Mini-LineGrabbers, each measuring 7 inches (17 cm) long, which attach to braided or twisted line from 3/8 to 3/4 inch (10-19 mm) in diameter using a basic Prusik knot for a quick, secure grip without permanent rigging changes. The DockShockle is rigged in-line on a dock or anchor line rather than bearing the full load on its own.

Specifications

• Brand: Davis Instruments
• Manufacturer Part Number: 2415
• Color: Black
• Length (Relaxed): 12 inches (31 cm)
• Recommended Boat Size: Up to 40 feet (12 m)
• Internal Line Limiter: 2500 lb (1140 kg) test nylon webbing
• Outer Sheath: 3500 lb (1590 kg) test tubular nylon webbing, UV resistant
• Ideal Working Slack: 3 to 6 inches (8-15 cm)
• Compatible Line Diameter: 3/8 to 3/4 inch (10-19 mm)
• Carabiner Material: 316 stainless steel
• Mini-LineGrabber Length: 7 inches (17 cm) each
• Included Components: One DockShockle with two 316 stainless steel carabiners; a pair of Mini-LineGrabbers
• Weight: 0.72 pounds
• UPC: 011698010578

Fitment

Designed for smaller, lighter boats up to 40 feet (12 m).

Frequently Asked Questions

What boats is the Davis Instruments DockShockle 2415 designed for? The DockShockle is designed for smaller, lighter boats up to 40 feet (12 m).

What size line does the DockShockle fit? The included Mini-LineGrabbers attach to braided or twisted line from 3/8 to 3/4 inch (10-19 mm) in diameter using a basic Prusik knot.

How long is the DockShockle when relaxed and how far can it stretch? The DockShockle webbing measures 12 inches (31 cm) long when relaxed, and ideal working slack in the line is 3 to 6 inches (8-15 cm).

What is the DockShockle made of? It is built from a 2500 lb (1140 kg) test nylon webbing internal line limiter covered by an outer sheath of 3500 lb (1590 kg) test tubular nylon webbing that is UV resistant to protect the internal parts.

What comes in the box with part number 2415? Each DockShockle kit includes one 12 inch (31 cm) DockShockle with two 316 stainless steel carabiners, plus a pair of Mini-LineGrabbers for line attachment.

How do the Mini-LineGrabbers attach to my dock line? Each 7 inch (17 cm) Mini-LineGrabber creates a quick, secure attachment to braided or twisted line using a basic Prusik knot, no permanent rigging required.

How much weight does the DockShockle 2415 add to my dock lines? The DockShockle assembly weighs 0.72 pounds.

Does the DockShockle bear the full load of the dock line by itself? No. The DockShockle is meant to be rigged in-line on the dock or anchor line so it never bears the full load alone; the recommended working slack is 3 to 6 inches (8-15 cm).

What color does the Davis Instruments DockShockle 2415 come in? This DockShockle is black.

How does the progressive tension design of the DockShockle work? The DockShockle uses a patented internal line limiter and progressive tension design: the further it stretches, the greater its return force, producing smooth action and moderated stress on the line.

Is the DockShockle carabiner corrosion resistant? Yes, the DockShockle 2415 terminates in two 316 stainless steel carabiners at each end for corrosion-resistant attachment.