Top Boating Safety Tips

May is National Water Safety Month and we're taking this time to go over some quick water safety tips. With boating season underway, more and more people will be spending time out on the water at the Lake of the Ozarks. As our boat lift company at the Lake of the Ozarks gears up for another season, it's important to refresh safety tips and keep them top of mind this summer.

1) Make sure you have enough life jackets on board for everyone. In addition, Missouri law states that children under the age of 8 are required to have a life jacket on at all times while boating.

2) Before you hit the water, check the weather forecast. You don't want to get caught out in the middle of the lake during a big storm.

3) Make sure that at least one person on board is familiar with all aspects of the boat's handling and operations. It's better if more than one person knows this as well, just in case the primary captain is injured or incapacitated in any way.

4) Be respectful of buoys and other navigational aids, all of which are there for your own personal safety and the safety of others on your boat.

5) Make sure your boat has all the essential safety equipment and communications tools. This includes life jackets, fire extinguishers, cell phones, weather radios, etc.

6) Develop a float plan and make sure that someone on land is aware that you are out on the water and the general areas that you will be boating in. In case of an emergency situation, they'll be able to direct help your way.

7) While out on the water, use common sense. This means operating your boat at a safe speed at all times, staying alert and steering clear of large vessels and watercraft that can be restricted in their ability to stop or turn quickly.

8) Consider taking a boating course. Beginning boaters and experienced ones alike need to be familiar with the boating safety rules of operation. While boater education requirements vary from state to state, Missouri law requires anyone born after 1984 to take the course and get a boating license to carry with them on the water.

Summerset Boat Lifts is excited as the summer season nears but we want to help you keep safety top of mind. Our Lake of the Ozarks boat lift company wants everyone to have a fun and safe boating experience on our beautiful lake. Don't forget, if you run into an issue with your lift, the best boat lift company at the Lake of the Ozarks is here for all of your boat lift repair needs! Give us a call and we'll be on your dock in no time getting your lift fixed up and ready for the busy summer boating season.

Summerset Boat Lifts

1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065

573-348-5073

Email:info@summersetboatlifts.com

Keep up with local news, events and product information by Following us!!

Like Our Facebook Page

Connect with us on LinkedIn

What Sets Summerset Boat Lifts Apart?

Boating season is upon us and it's important to protect your vessel all summer long. If you've got your eye on a new boat or simply want to better protect the boat you already have, a Summerset Boat Lift is the way to go! Our lifts are made of high-quality materials and built by our experienced staff. We also have access to new and pre-owned boat lifts at the Lake of the Ozarks! No matter what size boat you're wanting to lift, we can help protect it this summer!

Galva-Hoist Boat Lifts 

Our Lake of the Ozarks boat lift company is proud to offer the Galva-Hoist product line of floating boat lifts. Galva-Hoist is engineered at the Lake, specifically for the Lake... Lake of the Ozarks that is. The design is extremely capable of withstanding the rough waters experienced in our Lake throughout the summer season. No matter what brand of boat or dock you have, the Galva-Hoist provides great value and performance.

New and Pre-Owned Boat Lifts 

From personal watercraft lifts up to custom 46,000 lb lifts, the Galva-Hoist is the way to go. Our personal watercraft lifts are available as singles, front or side mount, or a double front mount. Our boat lifts can lift anything from your small fishing boat to a large luxury cruiser. You let us know what size and style boat you have and we'll help you find the perfect lift for your needs. In addition to our new boat lifts at the Lake of the Ozarks, we also offer some pre-owned lifts if you're looking for the best deal available.

Boat Lift Service 

Summerset Boat Lift’s record of service after the sale is unparalleled in the boat lift industry. We don’t just sell you a lift, we sell you our service.  Our Lake of the Ozarks boat lift company provides service for many different brands of lifts. We pride ourselves in service, and it’s what sets us apart from everyone else. Have a problem with a lift? Call Summerset Boat Lifts at 573-348-5073 and be surprised at how quickly we have a representative on your dock. We want to earn your trust and business, and we're here to make certain you and your boat get the very best level of service at the Lake!

Now that you know what sets our Lake of the Ozarks boat lift company apart, you're ready to choose us for your next lift build or purchase. Contact Summerset Boat Lifts today to experience the difference for yourself! We look forward to protecting your boat and make getting on and off your boat a breeze this summer.

Summerset Boat Lifts

1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065

573-348-5073

Email:info@summersetboatlifts.com

Keep up with local news, events and product information by Following us!!

Like Our Facebook Page

Connect with us on LinkedIn

Spring Harbor Hop

Spring is here and you know what that means -- time for Harbor Hop at the Lake of the Ozarks! Bring those boats out for a fun day out on the water this Saturday, May 4th. As the best boat lift company at the Lake of the Ozarks, we want to help raise awareness for fun boating events at the Lake. Check out the details about Spring Harbor Hop at the Lake of the Ozarks below!

Harbor Hop Details:

You can enter the Harbor Hop by stopping at any of the participating locations listed below. Players can enter more than once if desired. The 1st card is drawn at the checkpoint where the hand is purchased, and 6 additional cards are drawn by "hopping" to other checkpoints and then drawing one card, per hand. The hand is complete when the 7th card is drawn. The completed hand is turned in at the checkpoint where the 7th card is drawn and must be turned in by 7pm. Winners will be notified by mail and prizes are based on entry donations. 

Spring Harbor Hop Stops:

Checkpoints Gravois Arm - Section I
Jolly Rogers Grub & Grog - 4.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Gas Hole at Beauty View Resort - 5.5 MM Soap Creek - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Coconuts Caribbean Beach Bar & Grill - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Hillbilly Yacht Club Bar & Grill - 7 MM Gravois Arm - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Frog's Bar & Grill - 8 MM Gravois Arm - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Tap and Grill Lakeside Brew Haus - 6.5 MM Main Channel - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Millstone Marina - 6.5 MM Main Channel - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Checkpoints Dam, Main Channel, 13 MM - Section II 
Beavers at the Dam - 0 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Ozark Yacht Club/Lakeside Cafe - 1MM (Jennings Branch Cove) - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Boathouse Lakeside Bar & Grill - 3 MM (Jobson Hollow Cove) - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Big Thunder Marina at Glencove - 3 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Shady Gators #1 - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Shady Gators #2 - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Camden on the Lake/H.Toads - 7 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Franky & Louie's #1 - 10 MM (Lynch Cove) - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Franky & Louie's #2 - 10 MM (Lynch Cove) - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Bikini Pier - 11.6 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Lake House 13 at Pointe Oasis - 13 MM (Chimney Cove) - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Checkpoints 13.5 MM - 26 MM, Main Channel - Section III
Backwater Jack's - 17.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Adventure Boat Rentals - 17.5 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Dog Days #1 - 19 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Dog Days #2 - 19 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Kelly's Port - 19.5 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Bridgeview Marina & Shipstore - 1.5 MM Grand Glaize Arm - 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Formula Boats of Missouri - 1 MM Grand Glaize Arm - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Surdyke Port 20 - 20 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Premier 54 Marina - 20 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Shorty Pants Marina & Lounge - 21 MM (Woodland Cove) - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Redhead Lakeside Grille - 21 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Paradise Tropical Restaurant #1 - 24 MM - 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Paradise Tropical Restaurant #2 - 24 MM - 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Landshark Bar & Grill - 26 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Papa Chubby's Food & Booze - 26 MM (Crab Tree Cove) - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Checkpoints 28.5 MM - 38 MM, Main Channel & Big Niangua Arm - Section IV
Miller's Landing - 28.5 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Larry's on the Lake #1 - 31 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Larry's on the Lake #2 - 31 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
The Fish & Company - 31 MM (Linn Creek Cove) - 11:00 to 7:00 pm
Bulldog's Beach House - 33 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Chesnie's Cafe - 33 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Captain Ron's Bar & Grill #1 - 34.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Captain Ron's Bar & Grill #2 - 34.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Nautifish Rum Bar - 3.5 MM Big Niangua - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Pirates Point Gas Dock & Boat Rentals - 35 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Bear Bottom Resort - 38 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

For more information, visit Fun Lake!

Our Lake of the Ozarks boat lift company is excited for another fun Harbor Hop this weekend! As you gear up for the festivities, keep Summerset Boat Lifts in mind for all of your boat lift needs. From new builds to repairs, we can handle all of your boat lift needs at the Lake!

Summerset Boat Lifts

1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065

573-348-5073

Email:info@summersetboatlifts.com

Keep up with local news, events and product information by Following us!!

Like Our Facebook Page

Connect with us on LinkedIn

2019 Spring Big Bass Bash

Spring has sprung and it's time for the Big Bass Bash at the Lake of the Ozarks! Join anglers from across the country as they cast lines around the lake in hopes to get the biggest and the baddest bass! Make plans to participate in this unique fishing tournament on April 27th & 28th. Check out the details for this fishing tournament at the Lake of the Ozarks below.

Tournament Information:

The Big Bass Bash is a bass tournament designed for amateurs only. Its unique format allows the weekend angler a chance to win big money like the professionals. Unlike most fishing tournaments which have a team arrangement where prizes are based on total weight, the Big Bass Bash format is distinctive in that it only takes one fisherman just one big bass to win. The prize money for the Spring Big Bass Bash will total over $250,000 payouts with $100,000 to the winner. This could be your chance to win big money!!

Anglers can launch from anywhere on Lake of the Ozarks. The Big Bass Bash will have four weigh-in stations to accommodate the anglers:
PB2 (Grand Glaize State Park)
Red Oak Resort
Alhonna Resort
Point Randall Resort

Big Bass Bash Payouts:

Top 4 biggest bass of the weekend will win!
1st place - $100,000
2nd place - $20,000
3rd place - $10,000
4th place - $5,000

For more information, please visit www.BigBassBash.com.

Some of the best fishing in the Midwest can be found right here at the Lake of the Ozarks! As the best boat lift company in mid-MO, we know how important it is for you to be able to get out on the water to cast a line. Whether you're participating in this fishing tournament or going on a leisurely outing, it's important that your boat is protected and your Lake of the Ozarks boat lift works properly. Summerset Boat Lifts is here for all of your boat lift needs!

Summerset Boat Lifts

1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065

573-348-5073

Email:info@summersetboatlifts.com

Keep up with local news, events and product information by Following us!!

Like Our Facebook Page

Connect with us on LinkedIn

Protect Your Boat From Common Maintenance Repairs

Owning a boat is exciting this time of year. As you gear up for boating season at the Lake of the Ozarks, there are a few things you need to check off your to-do list. Ensuring your boat is being properly protected with a Lake of the Ozarks boat lift should top your list. Save time and money on common repairs for boats that sit in the water when you use Summerset Boat Lifts. Learn more about the potential dangers that lurk by leaving your boat in the water all season.

Common Boat Maintenance Issues

When you store your boat in the water for long periods of time, a variety of issues can arise. Here are just a few common problems you could encounter:

• Corroded Outdrive 
• Bubbled or Blistered Gel Coats 
• Mussels Attaching to Your Intake 
• Algae Growth on the Hull 
• ...and more!

Protect Your Boat with a Summerset Boat Lift

When your boat sits in the water for an extended period of time, you could experience hull delamination, intake fouling and more on your boat. By investing in a Lake of the Ozarks Galva-Hoist boat lift, your boat will stay dry and out of the water when not in use. While boats and other watercraft are designed to be used in the water, they weren't designed to be stored in water for long periods of time. Eventually, the water, and contaminants in the water, will effect the integrity of the boat. By raising your boat up on a lift, it will be easier to keep your boat clean. A clean boat bottom will not only reduce the likelihood of frequent painting but also result in better boat performance and fuel efficiency. Significantly reduce costly wear and tear on your boat by storing it above the water line with a lift from Summerset Boat Lifts.

Lifting Your Dreams

As the best boat lift company at the Lake of the Ozarks, we know how important it is to protect your boat this summer. Don't fall victim to common boat repairs that can easily be avoided with the right boat lift! Give us a call today to get your dock and boat sized for a new lift and start reaping the benefits of a new Summerset Boat Lift!

Summerset Boat Lifts

1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065

573-348-5073

Email:info@summersetboatlifts.com

Keep up with local news, events and product information by Following us!!

Like Our Facebook Page

Connect with us on LinkedIn

Visit Us at the 2019 Spring In-Water Boat Show

It's officially boating season and we can't wait to see you this weekend. The Spring In-Water Boat Show is taking place April 12th-14th at Dog Days Bar & Grill. There are a ton of fantastic boat related vendors at this event. If you're looking for a new boat, need to protect your boat with a lift, or just want to check out the latest and greatest from the boating industry, don't miss this boat show at the Lake of the Ozarks! Check out the details below.

About the Boat Show

Back for another great year, the Spring In-Water Boat Show will feature more dealers, more boats, more brands, more vendors and more fun! Come see a variety of boats including new cruisers, performance boats, runabouts and personal watercraft.  In addition to fantastic boats, you can check out a ton of boating necessities to help make your entire boat ownership experience a breeze. Get ready for the upcoming boating season by finding everything you need at this year's show!

Boat Show Hours

Join us Friday, Saturday, Sunday or all 3 days for this can't miss spring event at the Lake of the Ozarks! Admission is $6 for adults, with children 12 and under free.

Friday, April 12 - 1pm-7pm

Saturday, April 13 - 10am-7pm

Sunday, April 14 - 10am-4pm

The Spring In-Water Boat Show is brought to you by the Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealers Association.

About LOMDA

The Marine Dealers Association is made up of over 40 lake area marine dealers, representing all the top lines of boats, marine accessories, docks, personal watercraft and everything else to promote fun on our waters.

Stop By And See Summerset Boat Lifts This Weekend!

As the best boat lift company at the Lake of the Ozarks, we pride ourselves on offering the best to our customers. The best product and customer service are what sets us apart! If you're in need of a new lift to protect your boat this summer, stop by and see Summerset Boat Lifts at the upcoming boat show. We look forward to showcasing our reliable boat lifts at the Lake of the Ozarks this weekend.

Summerset Boat Lifts

1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065

573-348-5073

Email:info@summersetboatlifts.com

Keep up with local news, events and product information by Following us!!

Like Our Facebook Page

Connect with us on LinkedIn

The Top Reasons Your Boat Should Be on a Lift

The season to get out on the boat or pwc and enjoy the Lake with your family is rapidly approaching. As we prepare and plan for days out on the water, the last thing you want to find is an issue with your boat lift at the Lake of the Ozarks as it has been stored over the winter months.

Boats and pwcs are a big investment and we want to help protect them from any damage. If your boat has been on a reliable boat lift from Summerset Boat Lifts those issues are a thing of the past. Boat lifts are huge improvement to your dock at Lake of the Ozarks. Here are some great reasons you should have a lift from Summerset Boat Lifts.

Reasons to Have a Boat Lift

Time Saver

There are many time saving benefits of storing your boat or pwc up out of the water. A lift will obviously keep your bottom clean and clear of corrosion and algae. Over time algae and corrosion can deteriorate the hulls finish. This will save you time scrubbing or getting your hull refinished, keeping you enjoying your boat more and less time cleaning. With the stability that a boat lift provides, boarding and launching off a boat lift is safer and quicker. A Summerset Boat Lift will save you valuable time by not having to spend time doing avoidable maintenance and get you in the boat quickly, safely and you will be out enjoying the water in no time.

Preventing Damage

We talked about damage to the hull already, but corrosion is not all we have to worry about while our boats are parked in our docks. Damage to hulls by floating debris is also very common. With your boat on a lift fluctuating water levels, storms and ice are less likely to cause you troubles.  Another great reason to have your boat above the water line is to reduce damage to the outdrive, props and shafts. 85% of boats that sink, sink while in the dock. Putting your boat on a lift with dramatically reduce the chance of that happening.

Resale Value

More than likely you will decide to upgrade the boat in your dock currently. Whether you choose to sell the boat on your own or you choose to trade it in, you want to get the most out cash out it possible. If the vessel has been on a lift during your ownership, your boat will be in much better physical and mechanical shape than the boat that has been loaded on and off a trailer or been in a dock and sitting in the water all its life.

   

When you are ready to save time and money on a new lift, call the best boat lift company at Lake of the Ozarks. We will be able to answer any questions or concerns you have. Being a Galva-Hoist dealer and we will find the right lift for you no matter the situation. Lifting Your Dreams... From Canoes to Cruisers!

Summerset Boat Lifts

1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065

573-348-5073

Email:info@summersetboatlifts.com

Keep up with local news, events and product information by Following us!!

Like Our Facebook Page

Connect with us on LinkedIn