Folding Fender Holder (Stainless, Ø165 mm) – Compact Single Bracket

This folding fender holder offers an intelligent solution for boat owners who want to maintain a clean, uncluttered look without sacrificing functionality. It’s designed to hold a single fender up to about 16–17 cm in diameter (typical fender sizes for boats around 5–8 meters in length). The key feature is its folding mechanism: when the fender is removed, the holder’s lower ring can pivot inward, lying flat against the rail or stanchion. This means nothing sticks out beyond the gunwale – reducing the risk of lines snagging, clothes catching, or people bumping into it when walking by. When you need to use the holder again, simply swing it back out to the horizontal position until it locks in place.

Crafted from AISI 316 stainless steel, this product is extremely resistant to marine corrosion. All components – the hinge, screws, and locking pieces – are stainless, ensuring smooth folding/unfolding action and a long service life with no rust stains. The polished finish gives it a luxury appearance that complements other chrome and stainless fittings on your yacht.

Installation & Use: The holder attaches to your rail via standard clamps or brackets (it’s compatible with the 03669 modular system, so you can use the same connectors and mounts). Once installed, using it is straightforward: insert your fender through the two hoops as you would with any holder. When you want to stow it, simply lift the lower hoop – it’s hinged – and fold it in toward the boat. In the folded position, the holder occupies virtually no outward space beyond the rail. This feature is especially valuable while underway or whenever fenders are off – it minimizes wind drag and avoids the rattle of empty holders.

Recommendations: The Ø165 mm folding holder is perfect for boaters who frequently alternate between docking and cruising. For example, when you’re underway and have stowed your fenders, you can fold these holders so they don’t snag on sailing rigging or dock obstacles. For larger fenders or boats over 8–10 m, a bigger folding holder (e.g., Ø260 mm version) is available, but if your fenders are standard small/medium size, this model delivers both convenience and a tidy appearance on board. It also works seamlessly with connector 03669-2 if you decide to mount two folding holders side by side.