Discover the Facts About Dock and Pier Maintenance, Materials, and More! If you’re a boat owner, you enjoy being out on the water, relaxing and having a great time. You also probably want to know how to keep your dock and pier shipshape. However, you probably don’t want to spend a ton of time on maintenance. That’s where Captain Rod’s …
Discover the Boat Lift Essentials: Protect Your Boat and Save in the Long Run If you own both a boat and a personal dock, you might think the best storage option is the water. But believe it or not, this method of storage can cause long-term damage to your vessel. Learn why so many people find a boat lift essential—all the …
Boat Lift Accessories Reduce Hassles, Increase Safety Adding a boat lift to your dock sure relieves a lot of stress. You save time and hassle, and your boat stays in good shape. So, what could be better than a high-quality hydraulic boat lift? How about some cool accessories to make life even easier? Accessories run the gamut, from simple canopy tops …
Regular Maintenance Helps You Stay on Top of Pier Repair There’s nothing like relaxing by the water, but we all know water can be a powerful force. Aside from hurricanes and tsunamis, there’s flooding, freezing, and wave action. Your pier takes the brunt of all this, making pier repair a perennial part of your to-do list. Of course, holding off …
Choosing a Pier Can Seem Overwhelming. Here are the Main Types of Piers to Consider With so many types of piers available, deciding which one matches your needs can be a challenge. Piers come in all shapes and sizes, and often go by a variety of names. Dock, wharf, jetty, and quay are just a few. What’s more, an array …
Treat Yourselves to a Romantic Time on the Water or on the Docks The great thing about the Chain O’Lakes is that there’s something for everyone. With so many lakes and parks to choose from and a climate that provides a complete range of seasonal activities, you can find something to fulfill whatever vibe you’re looking for. Whether out on …
With Flash Floods Hitting Chicagoland, How Do You Protect Your Docks? This week, torrential rains swept through Northern Illinois. Flash floods hit many towns throughout the Chain O’Lakes and Chicago areas. Roads were closed, apartments evacuated, and more. As the floodwaters continued to travel down the Fox River, towns issued warnings to residents close to shore—but what about your boat …
At the Dock or on the Water, these Gifts Provide Boaters Safety, Convenience, and Fun! The holiday season is here, and it’s time to start putting together your shopping list for your loved ones. Toys for the kids, something nice for your spouse—but what do you get the boater in your life? What is it that could help them have …
