Boatlift Accessories: Holiday Gifts for Boaters in Southwest Florida
The holiday season can be a stressful time of year and finding the perfect gift for your loved ones is probably at the top of your to-do list. If your friends or family members live on the water and enjoy the boating lifestyle, dock and boat lift accessories make great holiday gifts for boaters in Southwest Florida. Below are a few great suggestions to help determine what dock and boat lift accessories are perfect for the boater in your life.
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Would they enjoy better access to parts of their boat or motor(s) that are difficult to reach from the dock?
A walkboard, stern access platform, or stern cross overs make washing the boat or installing a cover much easier as they allow for 360 degree access to the entire vessel. -
Could the fishermen on your list benefit from a cleaning table on their dock?
The only thing better than having a great day out fishing is having a place to filet that prized catch before cooking it for dinner. A cleaning table out by the dock minimizes mess in the kitchen and adds convenience. -
How hard is it for the boat owner on your list or their family to get on and off their boat?
If getting on and off the boat from the dock presents a challenge, then a retractable boarding platform will make stepping on or off the boat comfortable and easy. -
Would they like to improve the look of their dock?
Two common dock accessories that spruce up the look of even the nicest docks include pile caps and furring strips. These items add a great deal of aesthetic value to the pilings above the deck. The furring strips are available in most synthetics and can be matched or coordinated with any type of decking already installed on the dock. -
Do they enjoy backyard gatherings?
- Snook lights are a big hit for the entire family. Kids love walking down to the dock at night and checking out all the fish that gather and feed in the light.
- Chickee Huts are also a really popular way to gather friends around a dock with a glass of wine at night.
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Remote controls and automatic stops offer great convenience for boaters:
The convenience offered by a remote control and automatic stop would be a great gift for a boater in Southwest Florida. Remote controls allow you to run your boat lift from in the boat or anywhere on the dock. The automatic stop prevents slacked cables and the boat lift from going off balance. The auto stop and remote prevent frustration in having to manually rewrap lift cables – a great gift for any boat lift owner.
Other ideas include ladders, fenders, tide slides, lighting, etc. For a full list of available gifts for boaters in Southwest Florida, please visit the Stokes Marine accessories gallery. All of the items in stock are available for immediate delivery and installation. Installation can be arranged in time for the holidays or scheduled for immediately after your holiday, as a surprise. If they do not already have a dock or boat lift to accessorize, we also provide dock building and boat lift installation and will be happy to put a large red bow on it when it is complete.
Contact us today for help selecting the perfect dock, boat lift, or boat lift accessory for that special boater on your list.
Happy Holidays from the Stokes Marine team to you and your family!