What is the difference between different fenders? Most people who have a boat also have some kind of fender for it. If you have an oak tree in a lake, it is less likely to be necessary to have it. But for those who have a boat in a lake or in the sea and can come into contact with both piers and other boats, then it is a good idea to have fenders for the boat. The most important function of a boat fender is to protect the hull of the boat from other boats, docks or anything else that could damage the boat. There are a number of different brands and makes of fenders. In this article we will focus on our own fenders from Polyform US. A brand of recognized high quality. We have three different variants, and also an inflatable variant. This article will give you all the knowledge you need about these.
A true classic, this type of fender comes in traditional color schemes and meets the needs of both fishermen and pleasure boat owners. The F-Series has a “fendering” surface of 70-76% depending on size and can withstand tough conditions on the lake. This fender is the most traditional type of fender and is well proven at sea. Today, this type of fender is used by everything from leisure boats to large fishing boats. The entire fender is rotationally molded, which means that the fender and fender body are made in one piece. This prevents the fender tops from coming off. Thanks to the fact that the color of the fender is in the material and not on it, they will not fade either.
Dark Blue-Blue
Grey-Black
White-Blue
White-Grey
The NF Series are fully colored and have longitudinal reinforcement ribs along the fender body. This fender, like the other fender models from Polyform US, is rotationally molded. This means that the fender is molded in one piece together with the top and bottom. The NF Series also has a wide range of beautiful colors to choose from. All so that you as a boat owner can match with your boat’s colors or canopy. Thanks to the fact that the color of the fender is in the material and not on it, they will not fade either.
This fender series fits boats up to 40 feet.
Dark Blue
Polyform US HTM is a fender that has become very popular in recent years. It has neither top nor bottom like normal fenders. Thanks to its design, it gets a lot of protective surface. Close to 95%. Instead of attaching the fender line to the top of the fender, it has a hole right through it. The advantage of this, apart from the extra large protective surface, is that you can easily connect them in series. They also take up less space in the boat.
These fenders are perfect when space is limited but there is a need for large fenders. Mega Fender are made in France and are inflatable. Thanks to this, they require very little space when deflated. This type of fender has multiple uses and many people who use these bring it out in situations when a large fender is required. In other words, this fender is not necessarily used in the same way as the traditional ones. Easily inflated up and down by mouth, or with the same pump you use for the inflatable.
Like everything else in boating, it depends on the size of the boat and what you feel suits your needs.
F-Series: is traditional with classic colors and features. This type of boat fender has been on the market since time immemorial. It is suitable for those who have a large or small boat as it is available in many sizes.
NF Series: If you want a fender with a more modern look and where the entire fender has the same color, this is for you. The NF series is suitable for those with slightly smaller boats (up to 40 feet). It is not really that different from the F-series. More than appearance and design. The function is the same.
HTM series: is the choice for those who want maximum protection surface and who want the possibility to connect your fenders in series.
Mega series: an inflatable fender that suits those who need large fenders but are short on space.
