Bob & Sandi
Active Member
As our boat is being finalized tomorrow, I am thinking of upgrading to the pop-up deck cleats. I know they have a great look and are a safer as they are not a trip hazard but are they worth the upgrade. Has anyone experienced a trip or a stubbed toe? The stock cleats looks are not that appealing.
Are rub fails necessary? Are the deck rails stiff enough to take an occational light hit from a dock or pier? I am normally able to catch my old pontoon before it rubs, but I can't guarantee anyone else on the boat can do the same. I also look at that is what bumpers are for. Generally any rubbing on the rails is when putting the boat on the lift. The new boat is going to be a little harder as it is going to be 102 wide and the lift is 108. I am pretty good at walking the boats into position, what is even harder than on outboard is a jet.
Thanks,
Bob
Are rub fails necessary? Are the deck rails stiff enough to take an occational light hit from a dock or pier? I am normally able to catch my old pontoon before it rubs, but I can't guarantee anyone else on the boat can do the same. I also look at that is what bumpers are for. Generally any rubbing on the rails is when putting the boat on the lift. The new boat is going to be a little harder as it is going to be 102 wide and the lift is 108. I am pretty good at walking the boats into position, what is even harder than on outboard is a jet.
Thanks,
Bob