BABZ USA
BABZ Pro Stealth Fender – The Original Inflatable Boat Fender, Large 25" Round Ball Bumper
BABZ Pro Stealth Fender – The Original Inflatable Boat Fender, Large 25" Round Ball Bumper
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The Original. Redesigned.
The BABZ Pro Stealth is our flagship inflatable boat fender — completely rebuilt from the ground up to deliver maximum hull protection with a clean, modern look. At 25 inches diameter, it's one of the largest round ball fenders available, and it's built from a premium thick-walled PVC blend that protects your gelcoat, fiberglass, and painted hull without scratching or marking.
BABZ started in 2017 in Austin, TX when we couldn't find a fender that was truly inflatable, genuinely durable, and easy to store. We built our own. The Pro Stealth is the best version of that original idea — and it's backed by a 1-year no-hassle warranty.
Why Round Ball Fenders Outperform Tube Fenders
The cylindrical tube fenders that dominate most marine stores have a fundamental problem: they roll and twist out of position. When your boat swings at the dock or gets hit from an unexpected angle, a tube fender shifts — leaving your hull exposed exactly when you need protection most.
A round ball fender doesn't have this problem. It provides omnidirectional protection — it doesn't matter which direction the hit comes from or which way your boat moves. The Pro Stealth stays right where you put it, every time.
Pro Stealth Features
- Gelcoat-safe PVC blend — thick-walled, soft on contact, tough against impact
- 25" diameter at full inflation — significantly larger coverage than 6.5"–8.5" tube fenders
- Omnidirectional round ball design — protection in every direction, won't roll out of position
- Multi-plug valve system — inflate with any hand or electric pump in minutes
- Plug removal tool included — deflates in seconds, folds flat for storage
- Reinforced handle — aggressive raised patterning grips cleats and lines securely
- Available in 5 colors — Stealth Black, Stealth Aqua, Stealth Blue, Stealth Red, Stealth Grey
- 1-year no-hassle warranty — we answer if you have a problem
What's Included
- 1x or 4x BABZ Pro Stealth Fender (25" diameter) — select quantity above
- 3x Replacement Plugs per fender
- 1x Plug Removal Tool per fender
Works On Every Boat
Pontoons, wake boats, wakesurf boats, bass boats, fishing boats, sailboats, small yachts — the Pro Stealth works wherever boats meet docks, pilings, or other boats. Use it for daily docking, raft tie-ups at the sandbar, or protecting your boat during multi-day moorings.
About BABZ
BABZ is a family-owned small business based in Austin, TX. We've been protecting boats since 2017 and we stand behind every product we sell. If you have a question or a problem, you'll hear from a real person. That's what small business means.
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Purchased a set of (4) Pro Stealth fenders to protect a Tidewater 198CC tied up alongside a bulkhead just off Chincoteague Bay - a tidal area with gusty wind and waves. One arrival, one of the fenders had a manufacturing defect along a seam (it happens) - reached out to Babz via email, the owner responded the same day, shipping a no-cost replacement, no questions asked. Excellent service, performance surpasses expectations - couldn't be more pleased!
I liked the professional quality, how they look on the boat and a great price!
Great bang for the buck in terms of diameter and dollars (other oversized bumpers are a looooooooooot more expensive). These are cutting down on the rail rubbing in my slip on windy days (see pic... two balls on each side, 32' boat to give you an idea). These balls also hold a lot of air so you probably want to use a power pump to fill them up.edit: I like these so much I bought a second set of four. I just reeeeeeally wish there was ANY other shipping choice than just USPS. They're farting around with my second order and sent them back and forth between Austin and Dallas TX for two round trips in a day... what can I say, that's the post office for ya. I would have GLADLY paid extra for something like UPS Ground!
Bigger helps keep the boat from being scratched. Definitely liking them so far.
I bought 6 of these when we built our boathouse 2 years ago. They have been through multiple storms, including a hurricane. They have kept the boat and boathouse safe and are still in great shape. I never write reviews but this product deserves recognition!
Babz are the only way to go! The best for protecting your boat when tying up!
Babz are the only way to go! The best for protecting your boat when tying up!
Pros: These are great for varying dock sizes and heights off the water. They will give your boat excellent protection in choppy water!Cons: Since they are so large, we find them a little tough to get in and out of our boat storage.
Pros: These are great for varying dock sizes and heights off the water. They will give your boat excellent protection in choppy water!Cons: Since they are so large, we find them a little tough to get in and out of our boat storage.
I needed larger fenders (24inch) to keep my sailboat off the dock as much as possible. The wake left my passing boats, rocked the boat causing the mast to hit a covered dock. The cost of other fenders were a little expensive, so after a little bit of search I decided to try these fenders. So far so good! Plus the company seems to be from a neighboring town in Texas, so I enjoy keeping it local.
I needed larger fenders (24inch) to keep my sailboat off the dock as much as possible. The wake left my passing boats, rocked the boat causing the mast to hit a covered dock. The cost of other fenders were a little expensive, so after a little bit of search I decided to try these fenders. So far so good! Plus the company seems to be from a neighboring town in Texas, so I enjoy keeping it local.
Great product! Easy to use and a big help when docking and tying up to other boats.would highly recommend.
Great product! Easy to use and a big help when docking and tying up to other boats.would highly recommend.
Product worked well to protect my Malibu MXZ 24. The boat was at the dock over the weekend and it kept the boat safe from contact. So far so good!
Product worked well to protect my Malibu MXZ 24. The boat was at the dock over the weekend and it kept the boat safe from contact. So far so good!
These are the best! Much more versatile than typical fenders. Easier to adjust alongside different boats. The newer version is very durable. Customer service is bar none!
These are the best! Much more versatile than typical fenders. Easier to adjust alongside different boats. The newer version is very durable. Customer service is bar none!
These are the best! Much more versatile than typical fenders. Easier to adjust alongside different boats. The newer version is very durable. Customer service is bar none!
These fenders are hands down the best I've ever used. I originally purchased a competitor brand which were made of Foam and twice the price. Once I realized they were fairly small, and not as useful as advertised, I began my search for new fenders. With great reviews from multiple boating forums, I found BABz. I added these fenders to my wish list a while back and decided to grab a few just before 4th of July week. When I returned, they were out of stock. I checked BABz website as well, and also out of stock. I really needed new fenders for the week vacation so I reached out via email to BABz inquiring when they believe they will be back in stock. I received a response promptly informing me they were coming out with a new product soon and did not plan on stocking amazon until then. To my surprise, customer support was able to provide me 2 fenders last minute from their warehouse, and made sure they were at my door in time for my vacation. BABz customer support was top notch in my opinion!As for the fenders, they are outstanding in quality and usefulness. Large 24" diameter keeps my boat of the cottage dock, and away from the low seated poles. This can be seen in the photos. We also used them for docking up against a friends boat while at a sand bar. He was very intrigued with the BABz, and essentially put his away as they were useless while tied up. Not to mention they deflate for easy storage! I only have 2, but I plan on selling my foam fenders to get a third BABz. Great Product!
These fenders are hands down the best I've ever used. I originally purchased a competitor brand which were made of Foam and twice the price. Once I realized they were fairly small, and not as useful as advertised, I began my search for new fenders. With great reviews from multiple boating forums, I found BABz. I added these fenders to my wish list a while back and decided to grab a few just before 4th of July week. When I returned, they were out of stock. I checked BABz website as well, and also out of stock. I really needed new fenders for the week vacation so I reached out via email to BABz inquiring when they believe they will be back in stock. I received a response promptly informing me they were coming out with a new product soon and did not plan on stocking amazon until then. To my surprise, customer support was able to provide me 2 fenders last minute from their warehouse, and made sure they were at my door in time for my vacation. BABz customer support was top notch in my opinion!As for the fenders, they are outstanding in quality and usefulness. Large 24" diameter keeps my boat of the cottage dock, and away from the low seated poles. This can be seen in the photos. We also used them for docking up against a friends boat while at a sand bar. He was very intrigued with the BABz, and essentially put his away as they were useless while tied up. Not to mention they deflate for easy storage! I only have 2, but I plan on selling my foam fenders to get a third BABz. Great Product!
