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What is Click? Click fendering system explained
Click is the latest Wilks fendering system developed to be easier to install and to hide unsightly fixings.
In this blog, you’ll learn:
- What Makes Up the Click Fendering System?
- What Click Profile is Best for Me?
- What Colours Does Click Come In?
- How to Install Click Fendering?
- What are the Benefits of Click?
What Makes Up the Click Fendering System?
The entire Click Fendering System consists of three parts:
- Rigid PVC track
- Click body
- Stainless Steel End Caps (optional)
The Standard Click Track fits Click 38, 50, and 80 body profiles. For Click 150, you will need to use the Click 150 track.
To calculate how much Click you need, follow these steps:
Length of the area (What area?) x 2 + a couple of meters
Adding the additional meters will help you , especially if going round a radius. When buying for Click 80 and 150, you will need to ensure you have got double the track this is due to on these profiles having two tracks through the profile for the reliable securing of Click to the surface.
Click 38, 50, and 80 body profiles can be finished with our Stainless steel end caps which brings a sophisticated finish to your fendering.
What Click Profile is Best for Me?
The Click fendering system is available in four different sizes. Each made to fit your individual needs and different bow radii, take a look at the below table to discover which Click system is perfect for you!
| Profile | Base Width | Join Type | Colours Available | Track | End Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Click 38 | 38mm | Stepped | Black, White | Standard Click Track | Click 38 EC |
| Click 50 | 50mm | Stepped | Black, White | Standard Click Track | Click 50 EC |
| Click 80 | 80mm | Stepped | Black, White | Standard Click Track | Click 80 EC |
| Click 150 | 150mm | Flat | Black | Click 150 Track | Click 150 EC |
Click 38
The smallest of the Click range!
This versatile profile, it can handle an 80mm bow radius and accommodate sloping the fendering down towards the transom. It can handle a 160mm radius with ease.
Typically used higher on the hull / gunwale.
Click 50
Slightly larger than the Click 38 but just as versatile.
This profile can also handle an 80mm bow radius and accommodate sloping down towards the transom.
Typically used higher on the hull / gunwale.
Click 80
This two tracked profile is very adaptable.
It can handle up to an 80mm bow radius. If you need to slope the fendering down towards the transom, this profile can cope with a gentle slope.
Typically used higher on the hull / gunwale or lower near the swim deck / transom.
Click 150
The largest of our Click range!
This profile has increased contact zones for greater security. Due to its profile size, Click 150 can only be installed along a level, horizontal line, with no vertical deviation, but it can navigate a minimum bow radius of 120mm.
Typically used in lower areas near the swim deck/transom.
Wilks Click profiles are developed to the highest quality standards, with versatility being a core feature of the range. Each profile due to their varying sizes, are suitable for a Varity of radii and angles. The following the will direct you to the perfect solution for your boat/application.
To avoid disappointment with your fendering, please check any potentially sharper angles or radii that your profile would have to navigate. These areas tend to occur at the bow, along the side of the boat, or, around the curve towards the swim deck. Please find examples of where you can find the relevant information here.
What Colours does Click come in?
Click fendering comes in black and white as standard, apart from Click 150 which comes solely in Black.
If you are looking for something unique, you can explore custom colours with the Wilks team to find your perfect match.
How to Install Click Fendering?
Click Fendering is not just about aesthetics; it’s built for easy installation.
To install Click, just fix the PVC track to the boat, click on the fender body, and attach the stainless steel end caps. It’s as simple as 1-2-3.
Watch the team install Click fendering below:
Installation tips:
- When fitting Click ensure that the back of the profile makes full contact with the boat.
- Apply some sealant to the end of each screw before fitting to ensure that each hole is well sealed.
- If fixing the track to a bend, leave half a metre of track either side for leverage.
For more detailed instructions, check out the Click fitting guide.
What are the Benefits of Click?
The Click Fendering system combines simplicity and efficiency, offering a sleek solution to boat protection.
- Sleek appearance
- Easy installation
- Durability
- Versatility
With a clean, contemporary finish and no visible fixings, Click fendering complements any modern boat beautifully.
Click fendering boasts a long lifespan with a high level of durability. Made from UV-stabilised material, it ensures no colour bleeds onto your boat or into the water.
Experience the modern efficiency and sleek design of Click Fendering, and elevate your boat protection to new heights of simplicity and sophistication.
Find out more about the Click fendering or shop the range now.
