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Summer will be here soon, which means you're already making plans to spend time out on the lake with friends and family. You want to be prepared for all the fun that's bound to take place, and have as little interruption as possible. This week, the  best marine electronics manufacturing company  has some great ideas for you to ensure a fun and fantastic time out on the lake this summer! Gear up for boating season with these accessory ideas: Bring on the Fun with Towables Everyone loves a little fun and adventure. Spend the day on the lake in style with some fun towables that will keep the laughter and smiles going all day long. Whether you prefer fast and furious or leisure water activities, there are plenty of towables out there to sate anyone's adventurous appetite. Don't Let Hunger Pull You Off the Lake You and your friends are bound to get hungry out on the lake after fun in the sun and splashing around. Don't just rely on chips to hold you over, or ris...

When it comes to the safety of your boat and those who will ride on it, you want to make sure you're doing everything you can to prevent any damage or accidents. We as boaters know all too well how hazardous it can be to try to load and unload from your boat without an accident or injury taking place. That's why we came up with the  boat lift remote control system  - to make boating less work and more enjoyable and safe. Not sure a  Firstmate Boat Lift Remote Control  is for you? Check out what real boaters like you have to say about it! REAL CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS  “Of all the things I have bought at the lake, this was my best purchase!” ~ Tom S., Sunrise Beach, MO “Safety - with the remote system, there is no need to leave someone on the dock to raise the lift” ~ Jim H., Lake St. Louis, MO “Able to raise lifts to protect them when boating” ~ Ken E., Rocky Mount, MO “The Firstmate has operated flawlessly since day one. It’s one part of boating t...

Get ready for the boating season this year by revolutionizing your hoist! Not sure what products will be best for properly  accessorizing a dock ?  Firstmate Controls  has some featured products that you'll love. We make shopping for dock accessories and  remote control systems  easy. We don't just have remote control systems, we also carry parts for servicing systems as well.  Check out our website  for more products that we have in stock: Manual Boxes Features: Full Port Valves  Handle Stops Standard Remote Features: Emergency Handles  Remote Controlled  Safety Valve Drivers Generation 3 Pro Features:  Faster Operation  Even Easier to Use  Emergency Handles  Remote Controlled  Safety Valve Drivers  Smart Controls  Lift Monitoring  Programmable Positions  Remote Lighting Option from Key Fob: Dock Lights, Ambient or Cove Theatre Lighting   *Features ...

Boating season is almost here! Some of you have probably already taken your boat out because you just couldn't wait to get out on the water again. If you haven't taken your boat out yet for the season, have you considered what items you should carry on your boat all season long? When your boat has been stored away all winter, sometimes it takes a while to figure out what you need to put back on your boat. Even if you have taken your boat out, there may be a few items you forgot about. Firstmate Controls has put together a list of items you should have on your boat. 1. Jumper Cables  Most people carry jumper cables in their car, but often people don't think to carry jumper cables in their boat. If your batteries die, you may be left stranded out on the water. If you have a trolling motor, you can always switch your cables over to the trolling batteries. 2. Life Jackets  Make sure that you keep plenty of life jackets on hand. You are required to have a life jacket...

We spend a lot of money on our boats. They are our pride and joy, and the last thing we want is to head for the dock for a day out on the water only to find a problem with your boat or the electronics not working properly. With the enhancement of marine technology, these problems are very avoidable - meaning you're enjoying your boat more than fretting over it.  Firstmate Controls  has come up with a list of MUST-HAVE  marine electronic devices  you need to install to ensure your boat and dock are secure, your time on the water is enjoyable, and your worries are minimal - check them out! Marine Stereo System Install a waterproof marine grade stereo system to your boat and dock to get the party started! There are several options for marine approved stereo systems loaded with features such as built-in bluetooth, AM/FM radio, USB drive readers, auxiliary jacks and much more to make listening to music on the water easy. From dock to boat to dock again, the fun do...