Anyone use snubbers?

[Bratcho]

I am docking on a new lake this summer. Pretty strong chop. Many of the boats tied up near me use snubbers. I’ve never used them before -Are they worth trying? Many thanks for your advice.

[ajcampen]

If others are using then yes. Takes some of the tension off you lines. Might be cheap insurance

Andy

[Lockey14s]

Can you install whips on the dock? those seem to work the best, besides a lift

[sailor55330]

I've not seen snubbers used on boats our size, but yes, they do work to take some of the shock off the lines in rougher waters--keep in mind they also allow more play in the mooring lines when docked, so adjust accordingly. I know nothing about whips--only seen them in pictures on line and they don't impress me based only on that.

[Mike in SC]

Not sure how free your boat is to move in the slip...those pilings might need more than a cap on them to protect your boat.
Consider a fender board if you think you might need some extra protection on that side.

[Bratcho]

Thanks guys. Fender board by pilings makes sense. I’ve never used snubbers before but I think I’ll give them a try and see how rough the chop gets. I appreciate the comments..

[Mike in SC]

If you end up trying the snubbers, let us know what you think of them and if you like them or not, thanks!