Portable and versatile: This boat hook for docking is portable and versatile, suitable for kayaks, boats, canoes and more. A practical tool for any boating enthusiast. Quick and efficient: The dock hook features an automatic telescoping design that makes docking quick and effortless, reducing the effort required to secure your vessel. Sturdy and longlasting: The dock hook is made of stainless steel, while the rod is made of iron, delivering durability and longevity for repeated use. Easy to use: First connect the mooring rope to the adaptive device and place it on the Ushaped hook (with the rope outside the hook) to form a closed loop. To use, simply push the closed loop toward the dock and then pull the pole back. Use scenarios: Docking a kayak or canoe at a residential dock or marina, keeping lines tight with minimal effort. Securing a small motorboat to a dock or pier in windy or choppy conditions. Mooring a dinghy or small craft to a floating dock or alongside another vessel.