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All this cold weather has us dreaming about boating season. Dream with us and shop our BracketBuddy system to get your dock ready for an incredible, organized, safe season out on the water. Firstmate Controls has the most trusted, best dock accessories for lake life - Keep reading to see why! No Dock Damage The BracketBuddy system is the  solution for organizing your community dock! You don't have to drill any holes, so no need to ask permission or pay for damages drilled-out holes have caused.  Stainless Steel We make our BracketBuddy with the highest quality materials so you can rely on their sturdiness and resistance to corrosion for the long-term.  Made in the U.S.A. All our products are proudly made in the United States and produced in our manufacturing plant right here in Missouri.  Adjustable Whether you have 2" or 2.5" posts on your dock, the BracketBuddy is compatible. Simply remove one piece that gives the bracket a wider opening for bigger posts.  Eas...

If you're a dock and/or boat owner in Missouri, you remember the great freeze-over of 2021. Well, we're at that time of year again when single-digit temperatures are threatening to cause damage to your dock and boat! If you've noticed the water starting to freeze around your dock and you don't know what to do, today's blog is for you. Firstmate Controls cares about you and your safety through every season and we're bringing you tips today on what to do for your dock and boat when the water starts freezing.  Safety First First and foremost, keep your safety in mind any time you are out on your dock or near the water's edge this time of year. If you accidentally fall into the water, it only takes a few minutes for your body to experience hypothermia, cramp up, and cause you to drown. Wear a life jacket that is fitted to your body so if you do accidentally fall in, you don't have to worry about a muscle cramp causing you to sink. Bonus: Tie a whistle to yo...

Did you get the PERFECT gift for your dock this Christmas? Maybe a nice TV to watch the game while you're hanging out? Or a brand new paddle board and paddles? But... You don't have a way to properly display or store them. Firstmate Controls has just the thing. We have the best dock accessories and dock organization tools on the market, and we love sharing them with you. Keep reading to find your solution!  TV Mounting Kit Easily hang and store your tv up on your dock bracing so you don't miss any of the action, while enjoying a relaxing day on the dock. This mount swivels and tilts so you can get the tv pointed at the right angle for optimum viewing. This bracket fits most TVs size 17"-42" or up to 66 lbs.  Adjustable Rod Kit This metal rod holder cradles your fishing rod in the desired position. It's secure and easily accessible. Whether you're grabbing a drink or want to leave the line in the water for an extended amount of time, this rod holder is th...

Firstmate Controls is the best manufacturer of remote control boat lifts and dock accessories. If you haven't been able to check us out yet, we're chatting about our mission, history, and products so you can get to know us a little better. Keep reading to learn more and to find the perfect Firstmate product for your dock! Firstmate Conrols' Mission Firstmate is dedicated to the design, manufacture, distribution, and servicing of the finest wireless electronic equipment for the recreational marine industry. We offer full manufacturing capability using state of the art equipment. Complete systems can be installed for you, or shipped ready for any application. Start to Firstmate Controls' Products “Necessity, the Mother of Invention” ~ Plato Being boaters on the Mississippi during our dating years, our agreement when putting the boat away was that John would clean the outside of the boat while Julie cleaned the inside. Worked great until the day the spokes came off ~ Joh...