Davis Instruments FenderFriend Center-Tube Fender Adjuster Strap, Black, Adjusts 16 to 72 Inches

The Davis Instruments FenderFriend Center-Tube is a fender whip, adjuster, and hanger in one, built to hold a fender securely against the hull or dock while absorbing the shocks of docking and passing wakes. At its core is a Shockles built-in shock absorber that stretches to take the impact generated when a fender rubs or is squeezed between the hull and dock or another boat, rather than transmitting that force directly to the boat's hardware. This helps protect stanchions, rails, and cleats from bending under the pulling force of a fender under load.

The strap is UV resistant and adjusts from 16 to 72 inches (0.4-1.8 m), so a single FenderFriend can be set to the correct fender height for a wide range of freeboard heights and fender sizes, and then tightened or loosened as conditions change. A sturdy, marine grade nylon buckle makes attaching a fender quick and simple, eliminating the torn fender eyes that can result from tying lines directly through a fender's mounting eye. The shock absorber itself stretches up to 12 inches (30 cm) to keep the fender in place during surges, wakes, and while the boat is unattended.

This is the Center-Tube version of the FenderFriend, which includes the strap with black webbing and buckle, and is designed for fenders with a center tube rather than the twin end eyes used by the Twin-Eye version. Davis Instruments also offers a Twin-Eye FenderFriend as a separate item for fenders with eyes at each end.

Specifications

• Brand: Davis Instruments
• Manufacturer Part Number: 2455
• Version: Center-Tube
• Color: Black
• Strap Adjustment Range: 16 to 72 inches (0.4-1.8 m)
• Shock Absorber Stretch: up to 12 inches (30 cm)
• Buckle Material: Marine grade nylon
• Strap Properties: UV resistant webbing
• Weight: 0.51 pounds
• UPC: 011698010752
• Category: Fender Lines and Straps
• Includes: One Center-Tube FenderFriend with black webbing and buckle

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Davis Instruments FenderFriend Center-Tube used for? It is a fender whip, adjuster, and hanger in one that attaches a boat fender to a rail, stanchion, or cleat and lets you quickly set and adjust the fender's height using its nylon buckle.

How much does the strap on FenderFriend 2455 adjust? The strap adjusts from 16 to 72 inches (0.4 to 1.8 m), which covers a wide range of freeboard heights and fender sizes.

What does the Shockles shock absorber in this product do? It is a built-in shock absorber that stretches up to 12 inches (30 cm) to take the impact when a fender is squeezed between the hull and a dock or another boat, helping keep the fender in place during surges and wakes.

Will this fender strap protect my boat's cleats and rails? Yes, the FenderFriend's shock-absorbing stretch is designed to keep stanchions, rails, and cleats from bending under the pulling force of a fender under load.

What is the difference between the Center-Tube and Twin-Eye FenderFriend? The Center-Tube version, part number 2455, is made for fenders with a center tube, while the Twin-Eye version is a separate Davis Instruments product designed for fenders with an eye at each end.

What color is the FenderFriend 2455? It comes with black webbing and a black buckle.

What is included with the FenderFriend Center-Tube? Each unit includes one Center-Tube FenderFriend with black webbing and a marine grade nylon buckle.

How much does the FenderFriend Center-Tube weigh? The Davis Instruments FenderFriend Center-Tube weighs 0.51 pounds.

Is the FenderFriend strap durable for outdoor marine use? The strap is UV resistant webbing paired with a sturdy marine grade nylon buckle, both intended for exposure to sun and marine conditions.

Does the FenderFriend eliminate the need to tie fenders through their eyes? Yes, the nylon buckle lets you attach a fender quickly without tying directly through the fender's mounting eye, which helps prevent torn fender eyes.

Is Davis Instruments FenderFriend 2455 a genuine Davis Instruments product? Yes, part number 2455 is the manufacturer part number for the genuine Davis Instruments FenderFriend Center-Tube in black.