Boating Life Review - February 2004

Shocking Solution

Here’s a new-style mooring snubber that caught our eye. Instead of leaving the shock-absorbing rubber exposed to the sun’s rays to rot and fail, the Shockles snubber has a nylon sheath to protect its elasticity. It hooks up quickly with sturdy mountaineer carabiners and gives lasting peace of mind for absent boaters. Towing another boat? Rig it into the tow line to relieve stress on the tow points. It can also soften the tug of the anchor when hooked into the chain. It’s available in 12-, 18- and 24-inch models. Cost: $48.95 - $54.95. Where we found it: shockles.com; (888) 557-6464.