Boat rub rails and rubbing strakes are protective strips installed where the hull meets the deck to absorb impacts from docks, pilings, and other vessels. Manufactured from flexible vinyl, semi-rigid PVC, rubber, or aluminum with optional stainless steel trim, they help cushion contact, protect the hull from abrasion, conceal hull-to-deck seams, and enhance the boat's appearance while providing long-lasting hull protection in demanding marine environments.
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 24 m 40 mm in Grey is a patented PVC wing profile designed for boxed couplings, allowing for easy cold application in just a few steps. It involves attaching the rail, applying the profile with a sharp bend after heating, and ensuring a secure fit with the sealing inserts. The product dimensions are A mm: 20, B mm: 40, C mm: 21, and it comes in a configuration length of 24 m.
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$ 372.73
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 24 m 40 mm Black, with FNI product number 6566091, features a patented PVC wing profile designed for quick cold application in boxed couplings. This product simplifies installation with easy steps, including applying the rail and securely attaching the profile, making it efficient and reliable for various uses.
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$ 372.73
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Duralene Support for Radial 30 Profile is a durable and flexible solution, designed for various applications. It features a robust construction with 2 m bars, a measurement of 20 mm for A, 30 mm for D, and a bending radius of 50 mm, ensuring reliable performance and ease of installation.
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$ 16.88
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 16 m 52 mm White, with FNI Product Number 6566093, features a patented PVC wing profile designed for quick installation in boxed couplings. It can be applied in three simple steps: attaching the rail with screws or rivets, bending the profile backwards after heating it to 40° C to open the sealing inserts, and finally securing it to the rigid rail for a reliable fit.
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$ 367.33
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 16 m 52 mm Grey, with FNI product number 6566094, features a patented PVC wing profile designed for easy cold application in boxed couplings. The installation process involves applying the rail securely, positioning the profile by bending it backward after heating Radial 80 to 40° C to open the sealing inserts, and finishing with the product applied Mod. Radial 520. Its specifications include dimensions of A mm: 26, B mm: 52, C mm: 29, and a configuration length of 16 m.
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$ 367.33
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 16 m 52 mm Black, with FNI product number 6566095, features a patented PVC wing profile designed for boxed couplings, allowing for quick cold application. The installation involves applying the rail with screws or rivets, then installing the profile by turning it backwards, ensuring the sealing inserts are pushed towards the rigid rail, with Radial 80 heated to 40° C for optimal performance.
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$ 367.33
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 24 m 52 mm White (FNI 6566096) features a patented PVC wing profile designed for quick and efficient application in boxed couplings. It can be easily applied cold, requiring only a few steps: install the rail, turn the profile backwards to create a sharp bend (heating Radial 80 to 40° C), and push the sealing inserts firmly towards the rail. The profile has dimensions of A 26 mm, B 52 mm, and C 29 mm.
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$ 550.99
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 24 m 52 mm Grey, with product number 6566097 FNI, features a patented PVC wing profile designed for easy cold application in boxed couplings. It requires heating the Radial 80 to 40° C for optimal results and can be installed quickly by attaching the rail with screws or rivets, followed by bending the profile backwards to engage the sealing inserts.
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$ 550.99
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 24 m 52 mm Black, with product number 6566098 FNI, features a patented PVC wing profile designed for boxed couplings. It allows for quick application in just a few steps, requiring the rail to be installed first, followed by the profile application, which involves heating the Radial 80 to 40° C to ensure proper sealing. The specifications include dimensions of A mm 26, B mm 52, and C mm 29, with a total configuration length of 24 m.
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$ 550.99
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Duralene Support for Radial 30 Profile is a durable solution designed for reliable performance, featuring a length of 2 meters, a height of 26 mm, a diameter of 39 mm, and a bending radius of 70-80 mm, with the FNI product number 6566099.
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$ 19.59
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 16 m 65 mm White (FNI 6566100) features a patented PVC wing profile designed for boxed couplings, allowing for quick cold application in just a few simple steps. Installation involves applying the rail, attaching the profile with a sharp bend while heating the Radial 80 to 40° C, and ensuring the sealing inserts open properly for a secure fit.
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$ 459.15
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 16 m 65 mm Grey (Product Number: 6566101 FNI) features a patented PVC wing profile designed for boxed couplings, allowing for quick and efficient installation. The process involves applying the rail with screws or rivets, then positioning the profile by turning it backwards with a sharp bend (heating Radial 80 to 40°C) to ensure the sealing inserts open correctly, followed by pushing firmly towards the rigid rail. Its dimensions are A mm. 26, B mm. 65, and C mm. 29, with a total configuration length of 16 meters.
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$ 459.15
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile is a patented PVC wing profile designed for boxed couplings, allowing for quick cold application. It features a straightforward process that involves applying the rail with screws or rivets, then turning the profile backwards after heating it to 40° C, which opens the sealing inserts for easy installation. The product measures 26 mm in A, 65 mm in B, and 29 mm in C, and comes in a 16-meter configuration.
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$ 459.15
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 65 mm in white features a patented PVC wing profile designed for easy cold application in boxed couplings. Installation involves applying the rail, attaching the profile with a sharp bend (heating Radial 80 to 40° C), and ensuring a firm fit against the rigid rail, making the process quick and efficient.
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$ 688.74
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 65 is a patented PVC wing profile designed for quick and efficient installation in boxed couplings. It can be applied in just a few steps: first, secure the rail, then attach the profile by bending it backward (heating to 40° C if using Radial 80), and finally push the sealing inserts against the rigid rail. This product measures 26 mm in A, 65 mm in B, and 29 mm in C, with a total length of 24 m.
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$ 688.74
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 24 m 65 mm Black, with FNI product number 6566105, features a patented PVC wing design for boxed couplings, allowing for quick cold application. The installation process involves attaching the rail with screws or rivets, fitting the profile by bending it backwards after heating Radial 80 to 40°C, and ensuring a firm connection with the rigid rail, completing the application with specified dimensions.
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$ 688.74
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 16 m 80 mm White is a patented PVC wing profile designed for boxed couplings, allowing for cold application in just a few simple steps. It requires heating to 40° C for proper installation, where the sealing inserts open and fit securely against the rigid rail. With dimensions of A mm. 32, B mm. 80, and C mm. 33, it comes in a 16-meter configuration.
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$ 772.47
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 16 m 80 mm in Grey features a patented PVC wing profile designed for easy application in boxed couplings. It can be installed cold in just a few quick steps: first, apply the rail by screwing or riveting, then turn the profile backwards while heating it to 40° C to open the sealing inserts and push it firmly against the rigid rail, completing the installation efficiently.
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$ 772.47
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 16 m 80 mm Black, with product number 6566108 FNI, features a patented PVC wing profile designed for quick and efficient installation of boxed couplings. It can be applied cold in just a few steps: secure the rail with screws or rivets, heat the profile to 40° C and turn it backwards to open the sealing inserts, then push it firmly toward the rigid rail to complete the application.
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$ 772.47
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial Profile 24 m 80 mm White (Product Number: 6566109 FNI) features a patented PVC wing profile designed for boxed couplings, allowing for efficient cold application in just a few quick steps. After securing the rail with screws or rivets, the profile can be applied by bending it sharply (heating to 40° C), ensuring the sealing inserts open and are pushed firmly against the rail, completing the installation process.
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$ 1,158.70
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What is the purpose of a boat rub rail with a flexible vinyl insert in marine applications?
A boat rub rail with a flexible vinyl insert acts as an impact-absorbing buffer that helps protect the hull from contact with docks, pilings, and other vessels while hiding the hull-to-deck seam for a cleaner appearance. Built around a rigid base and often finished with a rub rail end cap, it combines flexibility with durability to follow the boat's curve, absorb high-impact loads, and provide reliable protection for fiberglass hulls of various boat sizes.
Available in aluminum or stainless steel and semi-rigid vinyl configurations, these systems offer long service life, lightweight construction, and dependable performance in demanding marine environments.
How does a stainless steel rigid rub rail improve long-term hull protection for a vessel?
A stainless steel rigid rub rail provides a strong protective barrier that helps shield the hull from repeated high-impact contact with docks, pilings, and other structures, reducing wear and extending hull service life. Acting as a protective buffer against docks, it resists corrosion, maintains its appearance, and provides reliable long-term performance while following the vessel's shape for effective impact protection.
Combined with suitable mounting components, fasteners, and flexible materials where required, a rigid rub rail helps preserve the hull's structural integrity and cosmetic finish in demanding marine environments.
How does a rub rail end cap protect a flexible vinyl rub and complete a boat rub rail system?
A rub rail end cap protects the exposed ends of a flexible vinyl rub, helping prevent wear, moisture intrusion, and accidental damage while giving the boat rub rail system a clean, finished appearance. It also helps keep the rub rail securely in place during repeated contact with docks and other structures, improving durability and maintaining reliable hull protection in demanding marine conditions.
Whether used as part of a rub rail kit or during rub rail replacement, the correct length, compatible aluminum rub rail components, and properly positioned screws contribute to a secure, long-lasting system and consistent protection for boats of different sizes.
What component parts are typically included in a boat rub rail kit?
A boat rub rail kit typically includes the main protective profile along with essential component parts such as inserts, end caps, fasteners, and finishing pieces that work together to protect the hull from high-impact contact with docks and other structures. Designed to flex with the hull while maintaining a secure fit, a complete kit helps create a durable, finished appearance and supports long-term hull protection in demanding marine environments.
With the correct component selection, the system provides reliable performance and helps maintain the boat's appearance and structural integrity over time.