The three tender mooring whip options we supply
These stated capacities apply to the specific Superyacht Marine Store products shown below when used as part of a correctly installed two-pole mooring whip system.
What the tender mooring whips we supply are designed to do
Our mooring whips use flexible poles and correctly arranged mooring lines to help hold a tender or jetski away from a yacht, dock, transom or swim platform. Maintaining this separation helps reduce repeated contact as the two craft move independently in wash, waves and normal sheltered mooring conditions.
Material is only one part of selecting the correct product from our range. Tender length, realistic operating weight, attachment points, mount location and the distance required between the tender and yacht are equally important.
GRP and carbon fibre within the range we supply
Both product types we supply share important operational features, but their practical strengths suit different craft and installations.
What the GRP and Carbon Whip Poles we supply have in common
Choosing one of our GRP systems does not mean losing the core operational features incorporated into our carbon fibre system.
Comparison of the mooring whips we supply
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| Comparison point | 4.2m GRP | 4.8m GRP | 6m Carbon Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best suited to | Jetskis and smaller tenders | Medium-size tenders | Larger tenders, chase boats and limousine tenders |
| Tender LOA | Up to 5m | Under 10m | Up to 12m |
| Tender weight | Up to 4,000kg | Up to 7,000kg | Approx. 7,000–12,000kg |
| Approx. pole weight | 6kg each | 6kg each | 5kg each |
| Standard finish | White GRP | White GRP | Clear-coated carbon fibre |
| Colour options | Custom RAL painting available | Custom RAL painting available | Clear-coated carbon finish |
| Cost position within our range | More economical | More economical | Premium option |
| Mount compatibility | Flush, stanchion or socket adapter | Flush, stanchion or socket adapter | Flush, stanchion or socket adapter |
| Shipment | Standard courier shipment | Standard courier shipment | Specialist oversized freight may be required |
How to choose the right option from our range
Work through these checks before choosing one of our materials, pole lengths or mounting arrangements.
Confirm the exact LOA
Use the tender’s complete length overall rather than an approximate class or model description.
Use the operating weight
Include engines, fuel, batteries, accessories and normal onboard equipment—not only the bare hull weight.
Assess the required separation
Consider tender beam, yacht profile, swim platform geometry and the distance needed to keep the craft clear.
Review the mounting position
Check the deck, platform, rub rail, suitable stanchions or any existing sockets before selecting the mount type.
Check handling and storage
Confirm available storage length, access routes and how frequently crew will deploy and recover the poles.
Consider the conditions
The mooring whips we supply are intended for suitable sheltered conditions, not heavy swell or conditions above Force 4.
Choose a suitable mounting option from our range
The correct pole is only part of the system. We also supply mounting options to suit different yacht structures and preferred tender positions.
Flush Mounts
The stainless steel flush mounts we supply provide a clean, dedicated deck or platform installation.
Stanchion Mounts
We can supply semi-custom mounts for suitable existing stanchions where direct deck mounting is not preferred.
Socket Adapters
We can supply semi-custom adapters for suitable existing deck sockets that cannot directly accept the mooring whip base.
Frequently asked questions
Practical answers about choosing between the GRP and carbon fibre products we supply.
The final verdict on our range
Of the mooring whips we supply, our GRP products are the practical choice for most jetskis and small to medium-size tenders. Our carbon fibre system becomes the appropriate option when a larger or heavier tender requires the additional capacity and reach of the 6m poles. The best choice is not automatically the most expensive material—it is the product from our range that is correctly matched to the tender and installation.