Summertime means lots of time spent on the boat and in the water which may require extra dock accessories and power. Dock lights and boat lifts can be powered electrically, but it isn't always the safest most efficient way of doing so. Solar panels are the perfect alternative. Solar panels capture energy from sunlight and turn it into energy to use. When the sun sets and the solar panel can no longer detect light the battery will kick on and power all devices. Solar powered d

Summer is in full swing and the sun is surely keeping us plenty warm. On hot days, it is east to suffer from heat exhaustion and that is the last thing anyone wants. Keep these ideas in mind next time you need to stay cool: Drink Liquids First and foremost, drinking liquids is the most important part of taking care of yourself in the heat. Drink plenty of water and sports drinks with electrolytes. Your body needs a lot more water in high temperatures so be sure to keep that i

When you think of boat dock cleats, you probably just assume they're for tying off your boat to keep it secure and nothing else. Well, you thought wrong! There are so many uses for boat dock cleats that you should consider taking advantages of. Tying Off Your Boat Use them for what they're made for - tying off your boat on your dock if you don't have a boat lift. Use rope and attach it to both ends of the boat so it doesn't try to escape. Tie Your Water Mat or Floaties to The

Your boat lift is a very important piece to keeping your boat in superb shape. Boats aren't made to sit in the water 24/7, they need to be lifted out of the water so they stay in great shape. You have to make sure you are taking great care of your boat lift so it can continue to perform like it's supposed to. Not Balancing Your Boat Correctly Your boat should not lean either way, it should always sit centered on the boat lift. If it is unbalanced, it makes it easier for your