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Couldn't dock your runabout safely in the slip if your life dep-ended on it?

November 1, 2003

Couldn't dock your runabout safely in the slip if your life dep-ended on it? Buoyant Solutions takes some of the bumper-car feeling out of docking with its Dock D'Fenders. The Dock D'Fenders install in your slip to provide protection for your boat or personal watercraft from scratches, dings and other mishaps. By using a spring-loaded mechanism, the Dock D'Fenders absorb the force of your boat and cushion it from damage. The D'Fenders are available in various packages for different-sized boats. Prices start at $75.50 for D'Fenders suitable for watercraft up to 17 feet.

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