ready to go at any time. I have a space issue as well (anyone cruising does) but there are times when time isn't available to pump something like them up. Some boat might start to drift down into you. What do you do? You can try to push him away but sticking a finder in between the boats may keep the damage down or eliminate it altogether. Some immigration guy might pull up in a panga and he's not going to understand why you don't want him along side. I can think of 10 more reasons why you need fenders ready to go. The inflatables are fine for back up finders but you need some ready to go. Once again, IMHO.