Autumn brings quieter anchorages off the Amalfi Coast, giving captains time to review how they store and launch water toys. The late Mediterranean season provides an ideal moment to assess your deck equipment before winter storage. If you carry battery-powered foil boards, selecting the right yacht e-foil dock simplifies your daily operations on the transom. Both the C-Dock and the dedicated E-Foil Ramp secure your craft in calm water, but they suit different tender garages and crew routines.
Dimensions for tender garage toy storage
Space in the tender garage is strictly limited, especially on motor yachts exploring the Aeolian Islands with a full complement of guests. Measuring the footprint of your deflated gear dictates what you can comfortably carry without cluttering the deck.
- The E-Foil Ramp measures 200 by 200 cm when inflated, giving riders a broad area to prepare their gear.
- The C-Dock for Jet Ski & Seabob has a smaller, rectangular footprint of 200 by 150 cm, fitting easily alongside narrow swim platforms.
- Both platforms are constructed from 0.9 mm PVC combined with drop-stitch fabric, ensuring structural rigidity on the water.
- This drop-stitch construction allows the internal threads to collapse when deflated, meaning both docks fold flat for tight garage spaces.
Dedicated launch vs a water toy docking platform
The primary difference between these two options lies in how your guests and crew intend to use the platform. Analysing your specific watersports inventory will guide your choice for the stern setup.
- The E-Foil Ramp provides a dedicated, flat space for riders to transition from the water to the board without damaging the foil wings.
- It features a plain textured, non-slip surface without the teak look. It is not real wood and requires no oiling or sanding.
- The C-Dock serves as a multi-purpose space, functioning as a reliable Seabob docking solution or a jet ski dock, while also holding an e-foil.
- It uses the standard non-slip teak-look top surface, matching the aesthetic of the main yacht platforms.
Mooring and setup alongside the yacht
Both docks integrate with your existing transom arrangement. You can connect them directly to the main floating platform system using the AirLink Tube, creating a stable area for guests.
- You place the units side by side, inflate the connecting tube until it is rigid, slide it into the connection loops, and fasten it with the integrated straps.
- Inflation requires a marine electric unit like the Air Pump for Inflatable Docks 500W, which handles these smaller platforms efficiently.
- Use floating products strictly in calm, sheltered water, and bring them in when wind and waves build up.
- Captains must always switch off engines and thrusters while anyone is in the water near the stern, and crew must constantly supervise swimmers and children.
End of season care and maintenance
As the Italian charter season winds down and you prepare your winter storage, both platforms require the same basic care routine. Proper maintenance ensures the equipment remains in good condition for the following spring.
- Rinse the PVC thoroughly with fresh water after every contact with salt water to remove corrosive deposits.
- Clean the drop-stitch fabrics with a mild soap solution, paying special attention to the non-slip surfaces.
- Make sure the dock is completely dry before you deflate, fold, and pack it, preventing trapped moisture in the tender garage.
- Store the inflatables dry and out of prolonged direct sunlight when not in use.
Tailor-made options for unique transom layouts
Not every motor yacht has a standard stern profile or a spacious swim platform. When a standard size does not quite fit the available water space behind the vessel, customisation offers a practical alternative.
- Many platforms, pools, and docks can be adapted to your yacht in size, surface, and configuration.
- The process begins with a conversation about your specific yacht requirements and the dimensions of your tender garage.
- It continues with design and material choices, ending with a product made to your exact specification and checked before delivery.
- Tailor-made items are excluded from the standard 14-day returns policy, as they are built for your individual project.
Dockee products carry a warranty of two years from delivery, and returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery for unused items in their original packaging. We arrange worldwide, fully insured shipping for all orders. Dry the equipment fully before you fold it away at the end of the season, and it will unroll next spring the way you left it.
