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Inflatable Vinyl Buoy, 18" diameter

Item # 73266
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Key Features

  • Ideal for larger boats and rafting

  • Heavy-duty seamless construction

  • Ends made from injection-molded vinyl

  • 2000 psi tensile strength

  • Curved design hole prevents chafing


Our Price   $59.99

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Product Description
dockmate Ideal for larger boats and rafting, buoys feature heavy-duty seamless construction. Fender ends are made from injection-molded vinyl tested to an industry-leading 2000 psi tensile strength. Large line holes accept standard shackles. The curved design hole prevents chafing. Inflation vlave is located on the side of the buoy for easy inflation with a football needle or compressor.
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Specifications
Diameter 18"
Circumference 58.5"
Line Hole 1-1/2"
Approx. Buoyancy 112 lbs.

product reviews

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DockmateInflatable Vinyl Buoy, 18" diameter
 
4.5

(based on 10 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (8)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (1)

90%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (9)
  • Reliable (7)
  • Holds boat securely (5)
  • Safe (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Large boats (8)
    • Docks (7)
    • Open water (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Advanced (5), Casual/ recreational (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (5)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    [...] inflatable buoy

    I purchased this product for my father as a Christmas present. He appeared to be quite satisfied. As for it's performance, I am unsure. We live in Ohio and the boat is kept ...Read complete review

    I purchased this product for my father as a Christmas present. He appeared to be quite satisfied. As for it's performance, I am unsure. We live in Ohio and the boat is kept at Lake Erie. So he will not be using it until this spring. [...] Thank youArlinia Kennedy

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Mine blew up

    I had 2 of these rupture within their first 2 months of use. I have a 240 SeaRay that they are supposed to protect together with mooring whips. They only get squeezed under severe ...Read complete review

    I had 2 of these rupture within their first 2 months of use. I have a 240 SeaRay that they are supposed to protect together with mooring whips. They only get squeezed under severe wind and with great cushioning by the whips. So needless to say when they deflate you suddenly have nothing protecting your vessel.

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    5/1/2013
     
    5.0

    Excellent value

    By Boatboy

    from Hot Springs, Ar

    About Me Advanced

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Holds Boat Securely
    • Reliable

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Docks
      • Large Boats

      Comments about Dockmate Inflatable Vinyl Buoy, 18" diameter:

      Works great in multiple uses...

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      9/18/2012
       
      5.0

      Great Product

      By Gary

      from Pleasant Hill, Ca

      About Me Advanced

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Install
      • Easy To Use
      • Holds Boat Securely
      • Reliable
      • Safe
      • Size Matters

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Docks
        • Large Boats
        • Open Water
        • Small Boats

        Comments about Dockmate Inflatable Vinyl Buoy, 18" diameter:

        This product can be used to protect your boat when docking, and can also be used as flotation for the end of the anchor rope when fighting a big fish. It makes it easy to came back for your anchor or shut later.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        6/28/2012
         
        5.0

        Excellent Seller

        By lapaz

        from La Paz, Mexico

        About Me Advanced

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Install
        • Easy To Use
        • Holds Boat Securely
        • Reliable
        • Safe

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Docks
          • Large Boats
          • Open Water
          • Small Boats

          Comments about Dockmate Inflatable Vinyl Buoy, 18" diameter:

          This is a Taylormade bouy which I have used in the past with excellent results. Very competitive price.

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          6/20/2011
           
          5.0

          Perfect size

          By Ed

          from Fort Thomas, KY

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

            Cons

              Best Uses

                Comments about Dockmate Inflatable Vinyl Buoy, 18" diameter:

                Our houseboat has side decks that extend 18" from the hull sides. I fastened these to the dock and they keep the boat the perfect distance from the dock.

                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                6/10/2011
                 
                5.0

                DOCK EDGE I8" INFLATABLE VINYL BOUY

                By JONESEY

                from LAKE OF THE OZARKS,MISSOURI

                About Me Professional

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy To Use
                • Holds Boat Securely
                • Reliable
                • Safe

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Docks
                  • Large Boats
                  • Open Water

                  Comments about Dockmate Inflatable Vinyl Buoy, 18" diameter:

                  I HAVE A LARGE DOCK ON LAKE OF THE OZARKS WHERE BOATS CAN APPROACH 60 FEET ON LENGTH. OUR FRIENDS COMPLEMENT ON OUR BOUYS AND EASE OF DOCK APPROACH.MY NEIGHBOR HAS HAD THESE BOUYS FOR OVER 10 YEARS AND HAS NEVER TAKEN THEM OUT OF THE WATER.I HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • Yes

                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                  10/18/2010
                   
                  1.0

                  Mine blew up

                  By Harry

                  from Lake of the Woods Ontario

                  About Me Advanced

                  Verified Reviewer

                  Pros

                  • Easy To Use
                  • Holds Boat Securely

                  Cons

                  • Poor Design
                  • Unreliable

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about Dockmate Inflatable Vinyl Buoy, 18" diameter:

                    I had 2 of these rupture within their first 2 months of use. I have a 240 SeaRay that they are supposed to protect together with mooring whips. They only get squeezed under severe wind and with great cushioning by the whips. So needless to say when they deflate you suddenly have nothing protecting your vessel.

                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No

                    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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                    8/2/2010
                     
                    4.0

                    Good Product

                    By Steve

                    from Griffin, GA

                    About Me Casual/ Recreational

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easy To Use
                    • Reliable

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Docks
                      • Large Boats

                      Comments about Dockmate Inflatable Vinyl Buoy, 18" diameter:

                      Use these on my dock to help protect my boat. Works great

                      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                      6/24/2010
                       
                      5.0

                      They are tuff!

                      By Roger

                      from Woodbine, Md

                      About Me Advanced

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Easy To Use
                      • Reliable
                      • Safe

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Docks
                        • Large Boats

                        Comments about Dockmate Inflatable Vinyl Buoy, 18" diameter:

                        Using as a dock buffer, we are on a canal and cannot have a pier, these answer our need very nicely.

                        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                        • Q:

                          How do you inflate this buoy?
                          Asked on 6/30/2011 by Rich from VA

                          0 answers

                        • Q:

                          what do you recommend to tie and anchor these buoys in approx 17 feet of lake water ?
                          Asked on 6/30/2009 by Anonymous from kansas city

                          2 answers

                          • A:

                            3 larger brooklyn mafioso or 1.5 ft of heavy chain per foot of depth and same formula lighter shackle chain attached to 150 lb mushroom anchor for 21 foot boat

                            Answered on 7/13/2009 by prof from wi

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                            A:

                            Please contact our tech department at 1-800-334-6541 to discuss different mooring options for this buoy.

                            Answered on 7/13/2009 by Ryan from Overtons
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