Dock & Safety
Jam-packed with boating ideas
Fenders, lines and anchors to tie up secure, plus discount life jackets and fire and first-aid gear for peace of mind on the water.
Here’s a taste of what’s on the floor — there’s a whole lot more in the store. Don’t see what you’re after? We can order it. Just ask — we want to help.
What We Carry
Dock & Safety
The gear that ties you up secure and brings everyone home. Tie-up hardware, ground tackle and the safety equipment that keeps you legal and covered on the water.
Fenders & bumpers
Taylor Made Hull Gard and Polyform G-Series fenders, bumpers and covers — sized right to keep the gelcoat off the dock (try the size guide above).
Dock & anchor lines
Dock lines and anchor rode cut to the length you need.
Anchors & chain
Anchors, chain and shackles matched to your bottom and boat size.
Life jackets
Discount USCG life jackets for every size aboard, adult to infant.
Fire & first aid
Extinguishers, flares and first-aid kits for peace of mind.
The best setup is the one that fits how you fish and where you boat. Bring in your rig (or the specs) and we’ll help you get it dialed — no pressure, ever.
Fender Size Guide
Match fenders to your boat
Not sure what size you need? Slide to your boat’s length and we’ll point you to the right Polyform G-Series fender — size, dock line and how many to carry.
- Fender size
- 5.5″ × 19″
- Dock line
- 3/8"
- You’ll want
- 3 fenders
A rule of thumb: one fender per 10 ft of boat, at least three, sized up for heavier boats and rougher water. These are general recommendations — bring in your rig and we’ll match fenders to it.
- CylindricalThe all-round classic — the G-Series above, sized to your boat.
- Round / ballCompact ball fenders for tight spots and rafting up.
- Transom & motor-wellFlat fenders that guard the transom and cushion the motor.
- PontoonCurved fenders shaped to a pontoon's fence rail and tubes.
Anchor Guide
Pick the right anchor for the bottom
The best anchor is the one that digs into the bottom you drop it on. Size it to your boat below, then match the style (right) to where you drop the hook — tell us where you boat and we’ll set you up with the right one and enough rode.
- Rode100 ft
- Chain leader6 ft
- Scope7:1
A working anchor for calm conditions — carry a heavier storm anchor and extra rode for open water, wind and current. Rode is total scope at 7:1; a chain leader helps it set and hold. Bring in where you boat and we’ll rig the right ground tackle.
Anchor styles
Fluke (Danforth)
Best for Sand & mudLight, stows flat, and buries deep in soft bottoms — the go-to for most trailer boats.
Plow (Delta / CQR)
Best for Sand, grass & gravelA do-it-all that resets when the wind swings around — a dependable all-rounder.
Claw (Bruce)
Best for Rock & mixedSets fast at a short scope and holds through swings; forgiving on hard bottoms.
Grapnel
Best for Rock & reefFolding hooks grab rocky ledges and stow small — handy for kayaks and jon boats.
Mushroom
Best for Soft silt & mooringsSettles into mud to hold a mooring — or to sit over a fishing hole in a small boat.
Safety Essentials
What every boat should carry
Run the list before you leave the dock. Exact requirements vary by boat size, type and state — click any item for the why, then stop in and we’ll make sure you’re covered and legal.
Required aboard
Smart to carry
Life Jacket Discounts
Bargain Pond blow-out
Our best life-jacket prices of the year — in-store only, better than anything online, and limited to stock on hand. Stop by the Bargain Pond and grab yours.
- Stearns hunting vest (camo)$49.99$119.99
- Helium Amp Neo vest$59.99$112.99
- Stearns inflatable (hunt/fish)$49.99$229.99
- Stearns adult fishing vest$49.99$129.99
- Stearns Comfort Series hunting$39.99$109.99
More Accessories
Everything to outfit your rig