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Summer is actually here and we couldn't be more excited about it! Our boat lift remote controls company wishes you a very happy summer filled with boating fun! We encourage you to get out on the water FASTER this year. Firstmate Controls is here to help with that. Keep reading this week's blog for 3 major perks of having a new boat lift remote control system put in.  3 Major Perks of Having a New Boat Lift Remote Control System 1. ENJOY YOUR NEW HASSLE FREE EXPERIENCE OF GETTING ON THE WATER. With a Firstmate Boat Lift Remote Control, you can quickly and easily get on and off the water without the hassle of prepping and mooring. With the push of a button, the Firstmate Boat Lift Remote Control takes all the work out of raising and lowering your boat. The Firstmate system can automatically set your boat to one of three levels: Up, Board or Down. When your boat reaches the desired level, the system shuts off automatically. With the Board position, there’s no more climbing up in...

One of the largest boating events is coming up in a few months at the Lake of the Ozarks! The 33rd Annual Shootout will be taking place August 28th-29th over at Captain Ron's from August 28th-29th. Our boat lift remote controls company has mentioned this event in past years, but we can't stress enough how great of an event this is for boat enthusiasts! Keep reading this week's blog for a complete schedule of the Shootout.  Photo Credit: Fun Lake MO Source:  https://lakeoftheozarksshootout.com/events/lake-of-the-ozarks-shootout/ The 33rd Annual Shootout at the Lake of the Ozarks The Shootout at the Lake of the Ozarks is the largest unsanctioned boat race in the Midwest with over 100 racers and 100,000 spectators. SATURDAY, AUGUST 28, 2021 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Captain Ron’s breakfast 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Racer Registration on Cannonball Beach 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Safety Inspections & Class Identification 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Vendor Village and Racer Village open to ...

Summer 2021 is right around the corner! Did you know that Summer officially starts Sunday, June 20th? Our boat lift remote controls company sure did and we couldn't be more excited! In preparation for summer, we've compiled a checklist for you of things to check BEFORE you get out on the water this summer, in this week's blog. Remember to get out on the water FASTER this summer, call Firstmate Controls today to ask about our new units. We can be reached at 866-570-9707. Photo Credit: Fun Lake MO Summer 2021: Check Your Boat Out Beforehand To Make For A Safe Boating Trip! MAKE SURE YOU: HAVE YOUR GAS TANK FILLED. Check all your fuel lines. Make sure to check both your fill and vent hoses. Ensure none of your hoses have cracks or are brittle. Examine your fuel tanks, fuel pumps, and fuel pumps for possible leaks HAVE ENOUGH LIFE JACKETS ON BOARD. Check all your safety gear to make sure everything is still in working order. Check your life jackets. Make sure to check to see ...

Woohoo, boating season is here! Who's ready? If you don't have a boat yet but are considering buying one soon, this blog may push you over the edge to the point of FOR SURE buying one. Our boat lift remote controls company is here to give you a few perks of boating, in this week's blog. To get out on the water FASTER, invest in a NEW boat lift remote control system. Firstmate Controls has you covered! Check out our NEW units, HERE .  Photo Credit: Fun Lake MO Why You SHOULD Be Boating! You get to BROADEN your horizons. When you go on a boat ride, you have the opportunity to broaden your range of experiences by trying different types of water sports like fishing or water skiing. Learning new boating skills can be an empowering and educational experience. When you go on a boat trip, you will always have the opportunity to learn something new. Having a passion or hobby, such as boating, can contribute to your overall happiness. Plus, boating establishes a feeling of communit...