If you park your boat on a busy waterway, you know what waves, wakes, and wind can do—especially if you leave your boat for a few days at a time.
Mooring whips are designed to prevent that impact before it ever happens, keeping your boat safely distanced from the dock while absorbing motion from wind and passing boats. DockEdge offers mooring whips in Premium, Ultimate, NEW Supreme EZ-Stow, and Economy options to fit boats from small crafts up to 33′ and 20,000 lb.
Ultimate
Heavy-duty protection for the biggest boats — up to 20,000 lb.
Premium
Strong and versatile — up to 20,000 lb vessels.
Economy
Simple, reliable protection for small boats up to 4,000 lb.
Supreme EZ-Stow
New Product: Medium boats, easy setup — up to 4,000 lb.
Why Mooring Whips Work
While fenders and dock bumpers absorb impact after contact, mooring whips act like springs to keep your boat away from the dock in the first place. Fiberglass whips flex to absorb movement caused by wind, waves, and wakes, protecting both your boat and your dock.
Installation Made Simple
Mooring whips are easy to set up:
- Solid bases: Marine-grade cast aluminum with built-in cleats
- Flexible fiberglass rods: Extra strength with plug-and-socket design
- Spring lines: Keep the boat stable while allowing it to “bounce” naturally in waves
- Adjustable tension: One-handed setup with the Supreme EZ-Stow model
For example, the Premium 3400 model in this video is perfect for boats up to 23′ or 5,000 lb. Simply install the bases near your cleats, attach the whip lines, tension them slightly above the horizon, and add spring lines in a V pattern for stability.
The result: a boat that stays safely away from the dock even on windy days or when the water level fluctuates.
Choosing the Right Whip
Here’s a full comparison of DockEdge mooring whips, including the newest Supreme EZ-Stow:
| Best For | Recommended Craft Length | Whip Length | Max Capacity | Min Distance from Dock | Category | Model |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small craft, rougher water | Up to 18 ft (5.49 m) | 8 ft (2.44 m) | 2,500 lb (1,133 kg) | 3 ft (0.91 m) | Premium | DE3200F |
| Medium craft, rough water | Up to 23 ft (7.01 m) | 12 ft (3.66 m) | 5,000 lb (2,267 kg) | 4 ft (1.22 m) | Premium | DE3400F |
| Large craft, heavy wakes | Up to 28 ft (8.53 m) | 14 ft (4.27 m) | 10,000 lb (4,535 kg) | 5 ft (1.52 m) | Premium | DE3600F |
| Extra-large craft, high capacity | Up to 33 ft (10.06 m) | 16 ft (4.88 m) | 20,000 lb (9,070 kg) | 5–6 ft (1.52–1.83 m) | Premium | DE3800F |
| Medium craft, rough water | Up to 23 ft (7.01 m) | 12 ft (3.66 m) | 5,000 lb (2,267 kg) | 4 ft (1.22 m) | Ultimate | DE3450F |
| Large craft, heavy wakes | Up to 28 ft (8.53 m) | 14 ft (4.27 m) | 10,000 lb (4,535 kg) | 5 ft (1.52 m) | Ultimate | DE3650F |
| Extra-large craft, high capacity | Up to 33 ft (10.06 m) | 16 ft (4.88 m) | 20,000 lb (9,070 kg) | 5–6 ft (1.52–1.83 m) | Ultimate | DE3850F |
| Medium craft, easy stow & setup | Up to 21 ft (6.4 m) | 10 ft (3.05 m) | 4,000 lb (1,814 kg) | 4 ft (1.22 m) | Supreme EZ-Stow | DE3330F |
| Small craft, calm water | Up to 18 ft (5.49 m) | 8 ft (2.44 m) | 2,000 lb (907 kg) | 3 ft (0.91 m) | Economy | DE3100F |
| Medium craft, light wake | Up to 23 ft (7.01 m) | 12 ft (3.66 m) | 4,000 lb (1,814 kg) | 4 ft (1.22 m) | Economy | DE3120F |
Dealer and Owner Benefits
Dealers:
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Easy to demonstrate and install
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Clear specs for every boat size and weight
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Durable materials with low maintenance
Boat Owners:
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Protect your boat and dock before contact occurs
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Flexible design absorbs waves, wakes, and wind
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Attractive, unobtrusive installation
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Peace of mind for short trips or multi-day absences
- Our New Supreme EZ-Stow model offers quick one-handed setup and compact off-season storage
