Fender Loft

Welcome to Fender Loft

Nothing complements your fine wooden boat like rope fenders. Alex Robison and Mike Ruddy are premier makers of hand knotted rope fenders. We deliver superb craftsmanship, top quality materials, and proven real-world performance—a true value. Our designs have been developed over more than a decade and build upon those of John Newark, the Muskoka-area fender maker of decades before.

Fancy knotting is a folk art that reached its peak in the early 19th century aboard the great deep water ships. While these skills are now in far less demand, marlinspike artists through the years have remained dedicated to the craft and today we serve discerning customers who appreciate its beauty and tradition.

We think you’ll agree that Fender Loft fenders and accessories are charming alternatives to what is available in most modern-day marine chandleries. Bring the enduring beauty of hand knotted rope fenders to your fine wooden boat, today!