Thanks all. Looks like we are all set then. Six 10" dia cylindrical fenders and two (18") ball fenders, all with covers, and six dock lines about 30' length. And, FF, a large midships cleat.
dw...
Sounds like a reasonable plan.
A couple of related comments - watchouts...
I've posted some pics & cruising notes for some of these sections on the "Bacchus" website - see the link in my signature.
Active Captain has good coverage for some of these areas.
We have any use fender adjusters (vs tieing fenders off) lock wall heights vary significantly on some of the locks and will require adjusting fenders - sometimes while in the lock. Some locks wall hts are very low and fenders will need to be floating or at the water level - relatively easy if you are aware / prepared but can be an unpleasant surprise if not watching.
There are a few of the Eire locks that will require tie up on only one side or may be full on one side - helpful to have both sides rigged (at least a minimum # fenders & lines available)
On the locks w/ lines - fixed at top only (but no cables / pipes) it can be tricky to control the windward end of the boat - "walking" the line across the beam of the boat will help as will taking a half wrap on a cleat to tension the line - especially helpful when it's windy.
Some locks have alternating fixed cables / pipes with lines - fix at top only - in between...Watch the wind direction entering the lock and it's helpful to get a fixed tie on the windward end - no problem w/ loose line on the leward.
I second the carry a knife or have it handy at the helm - we had a friend that had to use it on the Waterford flight last season - lines provided were 6-9 ft too short and the weight at the bottom bound in the cleat (had to take a half wrap to control the bow w a strong wind) at/near the borrom it jammed and had to be cut to free the boat
Canadian canals will require you tie both ends vs one mid (and shut down engines when in the lock). Also you may encounter boats not only both sides but another row "up the middle" helpful to have some fenders & lines ready.
Canadian lock hands will assist when possible - going down they will take your lines wrap them around the fixed cables and give the bitter end back to you to control - they will also help fend you off when it's time...very welcome attitude & great scenery - you will love the trip.
In the St Lawrence lock w/ floating bollards - you will likely only be able to tie to one bollard - will require long lines fore & aft to reach a mid bollard & return - easy if you are prepared but we had a problem not knowing it ahead of time.
If you get as far as Seneca Lake on the Erie - let me know - I'll provide the refreshments!
Enjoy the cruise