US Patent:
20070186835, Aug 16, 2007
Inventors:
Edward Follmer - Naples FL, US
International Classification:
B63B 21/00
Abstract:
A dock line server () attachable to a conventional line pole () for use in maintaining a loop () in a dock line () in a horizontal configuration to facilitate placement of the dock line over a mooring piling () or cleat when docking a boat. The frame of the server has a pair of prongs () which are connected at a proximal end () and spaced apart a predetermined distance to form an opening at a distal end (). At least one pair of horseshoe-shaped clips () on top of each prong holds the dock line in a horizontal, open loop configuration during docking. A pair of spacers () on each prong may also be used to hold the middle of the loop in a fully open position. The dock line server is preferably hollow and made of lightweight material, such as aluminum.