TAYLOR Pickup/Marker/Mast Buoys

Taylor Pickup, Marker & Mast Buoys: Built for the Water

When it comes to marking a mooring pendant, flagging a dive site, or identifying hazards on the water, Taylor Made Products has been a go-to name for boaters for over a century. Their lineup of pickup, marker, and mast buoys reflects that same commitment to marine-grade durability and thoughtful engineering that has made Taylor a trusted supplier to marinas, municipalities, and recreational boaters alike.

Mast & Pickup Buoys: Smarter Design, Safer Handling

Taylor's mast and pickup buoys stand out for the quality of their construction details. The mast features a 5/16" diameter pultruded fiberglass core wrapped in a PVC outer layer, adding strength and flexibility — and eliminating the risk of exposed fiberglass shards. The float itself is sealed urethane foam, providing reliable flotation and long service life. The weighted base is HDPE-coated cast metal, which resists corrosion and won't scratch or mar your boat's finish — a small but meaningful detail for anyone who has dealt with paint damage at the gunwale.

A mast buoy positioned at the boat end of a mooring pendant makes it significantly easier to grab from the deck, and Taylor's mast buoys are equally well suited for marking scuba diving locations. The 96" model is especially well-matched for vessels with high decks or gunwales , giving crew members extra reach without leaning over the rail.

Marker Buoys: Visible, Versatile, and Compliant

Taylor's marker buoy range covers everything from informal course and hazard marking to official regulatory applications. Taylor marker buoys help identify safety areas, guide boats into channels, mark water ski courses, and flag a great fishing spot — and they come in highly visible colors built to handle heavy-duty applications and the rigors of the marine environment.

For regulatory use, Taylor's Sur-Mark™ and Sur-Mark™ II series raises the bar. These self-righting regulatory marker buoys feature one-piece seamless construction of tough, UV-protected polyethylene with recessed, galvanized eyes and internal concrete ballast. They are visible day or night, include orange marking tape, and can accept Sur-Mark Buoy Labels for cautionary applications. Taylor backs all hard-skin buoys with a three-year flotation warranty , a reflection of their confidence in the materials and manufacturing process.

For a more flexible, multi-purpose option, Taylor's vinyl anchor and marker buoys — available in orange, blaze orange, red, and green — can mark hazards, fishing spots, or race courses, and are even usable as fenders. At 8" round, they're made from the same quality vinyl used in Taylor's HullGard fender line.

Why Taylor in This Category?

Taylor Made marker buoys are a top choice among states, municipalities, and private harbors, crafted using premium marine-grade materials built to last for years. Whether you're a recreational boater who needs a reliable pickup float for your mooring or a harbor manager maintaining regulatory markers on a busy waterway, Taylor's engineering focus on UV resistance, corrosion-proof hardware, and positive buoyancy makes their buoys a dependable long-term investment on the water.