Taylor Made Super Gard™ 5.5" x 20" Inflatable Vinyl Fender - Blue

The Taylor Made Super Gard™ 5.5" x 20" Inflatable Vinyl Fender in blue is purpose-built marine fender protection for boat owners who demand reliable, durable dock and vessel-to-vessel impact absorption. After years on the water, seasoned anglers and cruisers know that quality fenders prevent costly hull and rail damage during mooring, docking, and rafting operations. This mid-size fender balances coverage area with practical storage and handling, making it ideal for boats in the 25–40-foot range where everyday dock work requires consistent, forgiving protection.

Taylor Made has engineered the Super Gard™ fender using premium-grade inflatable vinyl construction that resists UV degradation, saltwater corrosion, and puncture damage from rough dock pilings and barnacle-encrusted structures. The 5.5-inch diameter and 20-inch length provide substantial contact surface while the inflatable design distributes impact loads evenly across your hull, reducing stress concentration points that hard fenders can create. The vinyl material maintains flexibility across temperature ranges, ensuring reliable performance whether you're working tropical flats or cold-water harbors. Proper inflation and regular maintenance will extend service life across multiple seasons of active boating.

This fender works best as part of a multi-fender system—typically deployed on the beam during side-tie maneuvers or stacked vertically at bow and stern for head-in docking. Anglers running center consoles, recreational cruisers, and commercial fishing vessels benefit from the Super Gard™'s proven reliability in high-use environments. Installation is straightforward using standard fender lines; the blue color aids visibility and integrates with most modern boat aesthetics. Keep a backup fender aboard for extended trips, and inspect the valve and seams periodically to ensure proper inflation and watertight integrity.