Even though you purchased a boat lift to maintain the appearance and performance of your boat and protect your investment, it’s important to keep it and all related equipment in tip top shape. One of the key components that is easy to overlook are the sacrificial anodes, or what are commonly referred to as “boat… Continue reading Monitor Your Zinc Anodes to Protect Your Boat Lift Investment

When a hurricane alert is issued by NOAA’s National Weather Service, you need to begin to implement your marine emergency plan. Initially a hurricane watch will be issued when hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 mph or higher) are possible in the next 48 hours. If the storm advances, a hurricane warning will be issued,… Continue reading Ways to Secure Your Boat and Lift During a Hurricane

If your boat lift is sitting unused, you can repurpose it by adding a deck that can be lowered into the water when desired. By controlling the height of the deck, you now have a submersible swim platform, an in-water beach, or just an additional area to relax on the water. There are a whole… Continue reading Have a Boat Lift, but No Boat? Why Not Turn Your Unused Lift into a Waterside Fun Pad!

The End of El Nino Could Boost Atlantic Hurricane Activity NOAA forecasters monitoring oceanic and atmospheric patterns reported on August 8, 2019, that conditions are now more favorable for above-normal hurricane activity since El Nino has ended. The number of predicted storms is also greater with NOAA now expecting 10-17 named storms (winds of 39… Continue reading NOAA Increases Chance for Above-Normal Hurricane Activity