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• Only System with Removable Lift Arms

• Best in Class Lifting Range 44” (112 cm)

• Light Weight 325 lbs. (147 kg)

• Safe, One Person Operation

• Effortless use with Remote Control Hydraulic System

• Dual Hydraulic Cylinders

• Four Valve Pump System with Internal Lock

• Wireless and Corded Remote Controls

• Don’t Lose Use of Your Swim Platform

• Modular Design Allows Transfer to Your Next Boat

• Local Installation with FreedomLift® Support • Comprehensive Two (2) Year Warranty

• Installations on Most Major Boat Brands • FreedomLift® has been Exceeding Customer

   Expectations for over 15 Years!

• No Need to Remove Engine or Accessories from Tender

• Capacity for Tender or PWC

• Exact Fit for Your Boat

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Custom Removable Lift Arms with Adjustable Bunks to accommodate virtually any tender or PWC

316 Stainless Steel Mounting Hardware

Easily REMOVABLE Lift Arms

only 25 lbs. (11 kg) each!

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Exceeding Customer Expectations

for over 15 Years!

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FreedomLift was founded in 2001 by Partners Gregory F. Vogel and Robert C. Zwiers to bring a new Best in Class Tender Management Solution to the boating marketplace. Initial design, development and prototyping was completed on a Sea Ray 50 Sundancer with the goal of providing a new and exciting solution to carry tenders or Personal Water Craft (PWC). Once completed, the product was so advanced and unique that it was awarded North American patents in both the United States and Canada.

Before the FreedomLift, options in the marketplace were expensive, heavy, unreliable, poorly designed, and often had a high failure rate. The FreedomLift has revolutionized our customer’s ability to carry their tender by utilizing a lighter lift system that features Removable Lift Arms and elevates the tender much higher above the water. The FreedomLift provides safety to the tender during rough or following sea conditions.

Additionally, through advanced computer aided design/build, the FreedomLift is custom made to fit virtually any inboard, Zeus, or IPS driven boat. No more one size fits all! Also, through the use of special marine alloys, the FreedomLift significantly reduces system weight while at the same time delivers the strongest system in the marketplace. This combination provides customers with class leading reliability.

Founded and run on Christian principles, FreedomLift strives to establish long term relationships and provides uncompromising customer service and support. The FreedomLift system is the sole focus of our company, and we have committed ourselves individually and collectively to provide the absolute best Tender Management System at any price. Thank you for your interest in FreedomLift – we would welcome the opportunity for you to join the FreedomLift family!

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“We had a FreedomLift on our 52 Sabre and fell in love with it, so when we built our 49 Marlow there wasn’t any question in our minds that we had to have the FreedomLift on this boat as well.  It is so easy to use and the staff is wonderful to work with.  Whenever we had any questions or needed anything they were right there for us.”

—  Clyde and Ramona Vickers, Marlow 49

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We’ve been building custom, premium-quality lifts for over 35 years, and proudly ask you to let us be your captain—trusting us to be your guide through the process of designing and building the ideal lift for your vessel and its needs. For anything from large, custom, motor yachts, sailboats, and fishing boats, to high-performance powerboats, personal watercraft, and even seaplanes, Golden Boat Lifts® has you covered! 

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Golden Boat Lifts® has more than 35 years' experience in building custom, quality lifts. Let us be your captain and guide you through the process of building the perfect lift for your needs. From motor yachts and sailboats to powerboats, jet skis and seaplanes, Golden Boat Lifts® has you covered! Four- and eight-post, Boathouse, Davits Solutions,

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All you want to do is take in the fresh air, glide through the water, maybe roll through a few waves, and enjoy the untold discoveries only possible when you explore in your kayak. If only your dock wasn’t so high and you could easily board and launch it! Using dock ladders? Awkward and shaky.

PWC LIFTS | STAINLESS STEEL HARDWARE AND CABLES. Golden Boat Lifts® manufactures the finest aluminum and stainless steel, single, two and four post, Personal Watercraft (PWC) Boat Lifts.

Golden Aluminum Four-post Boat Lifts are of the highest quality. These 4 piling units are traditional shafted beam boat lifts.

Golden Aluminum Elevators Are The Best Designed Lifts On The Market Today. There’s no higher quality boat lift than Golden Elevator Lifts®!

If you’re looking for a convenient, attractive and environmentally sensitive addition to your dock area, our innovative floating dock lift system is for you. Integrated into every unit is a Golden Boat Lift® with exclusive Golden Sea-Drives®.

The Golden Deck Lift provides you with a convenient, attractive and almost seamless extension to your dock and waterfront property.

Golden is proud to introduce the Tornado Lift to our line of lifts.This lift is a free-standing adjustable hydraulic lift manufactured with T-6 marine grade aluminum and stainless steel hardware. This lift is ideal for freshwater and saltwater applications where shore power might be an issue or code regulations prevent piling or fixed structure lifts.

Boat houses provide the ultimate defense against environmental extremes: sun, heat, dirt, rain and UV rays. However that does not stop the barnacles, algae, and other nuisances from affecting an idle boat stored in the water. By installing a Golden Boat House Lift, not only will it reduce the maintenance on your boat, it will also maintain a showroom appearance and run faster with increased fuel savings. Golden manufactures several styles of boat house lifts, capacities range from 6,000# to 24,000#.

Great solutions to big boat lift needs Golden Aluminum Eight-post Boat Lifts are of the highest quality. These 8 piling units are traditional shafted beam boat lifts.

Patented design (U.S. Patent 6,470,816) allows the motors to be placed on the shore side for easy maintenance and leveling from bow to stern for easy draining.

Golden’s Custom Boat Lifts Are Available For A Wide Range Of Craft From Single-Passenger PWCs, To Larger Vessels Weighing Up To 240,000 POUNDS.

Golden Boat Lifts® encourages you to compare our products and company reputation to ANY other boat lift manufacturer. Once you do, you’ll fully understand why Golden Boat Lifts’ customers return time after time to buy our premium boat lifts.

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Yacht Lifts: High Capacity Meets Elegance

Boat owners and marina operators have widely adopted Tide Tamer’s Yacht-Post Boat Lifts worldwide to cater to their demands for larger boat lift systems. These lifts come with eight pilings and traditional shafted beams, making them an established choice for lifting boats with high capacity. The 8-piling 4-motor unit can be an overhead boat lift system to elevate boats during rough sea conditions or a sleek, low-profile system for aesthetic appeal.

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Have a yacht? No problem for Tide Tamer Lifts. With its sleek design you will be proud to show off your lift and your yacht. For capacities 50,000 lbs to 120,000 lbs Tide Tamer offers the best of the best yacht lifts for today's biggest boats.

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• Stainless Steel Lesson Motors
• Grooved Cable Winders
• Aluminum I-Beam Bunks Standard
• Fully Adjustable Weighted Guide Poles
• Fully Adjustable Heavy Duty Piling Straps
• Machined Aluminum Pulleys
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4- and 8-Post Cradle Lifts, Elevator Lifts, Beamless Low-Profile Lifts, and PWC Lifts. Our complete line of industry-best boat lifts are built to withstand the full force of nature and the demands of everyday use. Neptune's innovative engineering extends wear, reduces maintenance and provides glide-smooth operation in a secure platform for your boat.

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Neptune 4-Post Boat Lifts, or "cradle" lifts, are ideal for slips or open locations where they don't interfere with boat traffic, and you have adequate room to pilot your boat between pilings.

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Seawalls or pilings in canals and other sites with limited boat clearance secure Neptune Aluminum Elevator Boat Lifts. Available with Neptune's exclusive G3 ultra high-speed direct drive and SEArmor™ corrosion protection package.

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8-post yacht lifts, outsized strength and cradle support for yachts.

Neptune Boat Lifts is the undisputed leader in the yacht lift market, having more installations than all of our competitors combined. Neptune 8-Post Yacht Lifts provide outsized strength and cradle support for larger boats, with paired pilings and a separate drive and cable system per lift point as standard features include massive, grooved cable winders with Neptune's exclusive SEArmor™ corrosion protection, self-adjusting cable keepers, and a wireless remote control and limit switch.

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Ideal in limited space with perfect side load access.

Seawalls or pilings in canals and other sites with limited boat clearance secure Neptune Aluminum Elevator Yacht Lifts . Available with Neptune's exclusive G3 ultra high-speed direct drive and SEArmor™ corrosion protection package.

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Beamless boat lifts, beamless lift to be the benchmark for strength, design, function, and aesthetics..

Neptune Low-Profile Beamless Boat Lifts offer a more discreet alternative to normal 4-Post Lift installations. Independent drive units are side-mounted directly to the pilings, with no top carrier beam required. Available with Neptune's exclusive G3 Ultra High-Speed Direct Drive and SEArmor™ corrosion protection package.

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Neptune Personal Watercraft Lifts can accommodate single or multiple watercraft with a range of options, including an individual 1,500-pound capacity Aluminum "Swinger" Jet Ski Lift*, to a 10,000-pound 4-Post or Elevator Platform Lift that supports 2 or 3 PWCs and a kayak rack.

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FIND THE PERFECT BOAT LIFT FOR YOUR LARGE BOAT

A big investment deserves a boat lift you can rely on without a second thought. RGC boat lift systems for large boats and yachts are known for both their durability and versatility. Specifically designed to deliver superior strength and accommodate the weight of big boats, pontoons, tritoons and aircraft, RGC large boat lifts have the greatest range of lifting capacities and heights. Whether you're lifting a boat, seaplane, pontoon or tritoon, we have you covered. Our large boat lift systems can accommodate boats up to 36,000 pounds, and we make boat lifts for smaller crafts  too. ( How to Choose Your Lift )

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Rgc boat lift models >, flex hydraulic boat lifts.

Elevate the everyday with easy functionality.   RGC Marine FLEX Hydraulic Boat Lifts provide a quiet, elegant, nearly invisible solution that’s built to last.

• Accommodate both shallow (3’) and deeper water installations
• Fast, smooth and quiet operation at the push of a button.
• Freestanding design is easy to install and remove.
• Support boats weighing up to 36,000 lbs.

HYDRAULIC VERTICAL BOAT LIFTS

The Best of Both Worlds.   RGC Marine’s Hydraulic Vertical Lifts (HVLs) combine the speed and convenience of hydraulics with flexibility and adjustability for varying waterfronts.

• Suitable for shallow installation (1’ below draft).
• Fast, smooth easy operation.
• Excellent flexibility with lifting heights up to 81”.
• Supports boats weighing up to 10,000 lbs.

VERTICAL ALUMINUM BOAT LIFTS

Versatile and Customizable.  RGC Marine Vertical Boat Lifts are designed for durability and ease-of-use.

• Suitable in low tidal areas (1’ below draft).
• Easily adjustable for fluctuating water conditions (up to 2’ fluctuations).
• Customizable - various drive options.
• Supports vessels up to 10,000 lbs.

HYDRAULIC PONTOON & TRITOON LIFTS

Designed specifically for larger pontoon and tritoon boats.   The FLEX Pontoon boat lift features upgraded components and superior strength for these heavier, wider boats. This premier lift provides peak performance for the ultimate reliability.

• Specifically designed for larger pontoon and tritoon boats.
• Accommodate both shallow (3') and deep water installations.
• Fast, smooth, quiet operation at the push of a button.

PONTOON & TRITOON LIFT KITS

Adaptability for larger boats.   RGC Marine’s Pontoon and Tritoon Kits outfit any of our Hydraulic Vertical and Vertical Lifts to accommodate Pontoon and Tritoon boats.

• Suitable for space restricted applications.
• Corrosion-resistant cables and hardware.
• Excellent lifting range.
• Optional power drives and friction drives.

HYDRAULIC PLATFORMS & SEA PLANE PLATFORMS

Custom Solutions for Unique Applications.  Lifts aren't just for boats.

• Streamlined design. Integrates with your dock.
• Suitable for shallow water and deep waters.
• Models available to lift up to 7,000 lbs.

BEACHER RAILWAY SYSTEMS

An adaptable solution for a variety of waterfront environments and installations, these systems allow for easy entry and exit from the water and require minimal maintenance.

• Solution for shallow, sloping water fronts.
• Highly adaptable and customizable.

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Not all swim platforms are large enough to properly transport a tender. Maximize your yacht’s space with the DinghyRamp™ XL Roll-On Boat Lift. Nautley Marine’s revolutionary design enables you to simply pull for retrieval, push for launching, and create walking room between the lifted tender and yacht’s transom.

DinghyRamp™ XL Design:

• Tender with motor is pulled sideways onto self-adjusting bunks No interference from docks or neighboring boats
• Ideal for swim platforms 18 inches and larger
• Create walking room for port and starboard access
• Universal Hull Design Accommodates soft bottom and rigid inflatables
• Suited for tenders up to 11 feet in length Load capacity up to 300 – 500 pounds (150 – 250 lbs per arm)*

DinghyRamp™ XL Advantages:

• Poly vinyl rollers for quicker loading with less effort Features stainless steel roller shafts and cap nuts
• Fixed ramp angle Proper angle for easier loading and launching Will not flip under the platform like other systems
• Wave Control Design The XL tilting design handles backwash
• Poly vinyl pads hinder unwanted movement
• Individual lifting arms at only 12 pounds each No crossmembers required
• Will not interfere with your swim ladder
• Constructed utilizing Marine Grade 6061 T6 aluminum
• Extremely durable white powder coated finish
• Shock-absorbing arm brackets / Stainless lock brackets Mounts separate aluminum and fiberglass preventing scratches and stress cracks
• Removable lifting arms with two push pins No protruding parts when arms removed
• No underwater parts
• Integrated tie down locations
• Shipped fully assembled No miscellaneous bolt together parts
• One Year Limited Warranty
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The Ultimate Guide to Boat Lift Types and How to Choose

Ready to ditch the hassle of docking and hauling? Investing in a boat lift can transform your boating experience and end those knee-straining tie-ups and tedious trailer hauling.

But with a ton of options, it’s important to find the right boat lift system for your needs. Some lifts are great for smaller boats or jet skis, others for heavier boats in deep water.

In this blog post, we’ll break down the different types of boat lifts out there, pros and cons, and follow up with a general cost for each type.

How to decide on the right type of boat lift

Before you begin quoting boat lifts, consider these factors to help you decide:

• Weight of your boat
• Length of the boat
• Water depth
• Space to install the lift
• Local regulations

There isn’t one best boat lift out there for everybody, it all depends on the type of boat you own and your preferences. Below are a few of the most common you’ll find on most lakes or bodies of water.

Elevator boat lifts

Elevator boat lifts use a winch system to lift the boat in and out of the water. One benefit of using an elevator lift is that it can be installed in narrow canals or passageways and doesn’t stick out too far from the shore. Since these beamless boat lifts don’t require cables or large beams like conventional boat lifts do, they can showcase the beauty of your boat without obstruction. You may need a permit to install an elevator lift at a marina.

Cradle boat lifts

Cradle boat lifts are similar to elevator lifts, but instead use a cradle system that contours to the hull of the boat. For large boats that are top-heavy with V-shaped hulls, cradle boat lifts are a great choice.

4-post vertical boat lifts

Most conventional boat lifts you see on lakes are vertical boat lifts that use a system of pulleys and cables. A traditional 4-post vertical boat lift is the best option for boats that weigh 4,000 to 20,000 pounds.

For heavier boats over 20,000 pounds, your boat lift installer will typically use 6 to 8 poles to accommodate the weight.

These boat lifts made by Deco (and others) are the most common that I see because they are so easy to operate and install. This is the type of lift my neighbor has for his 1990s MasterCraft, and is a great entry-level option for small to medium-sized boats on reservoirs, rivers, and lakes.

Deco also uses its own gearbox and is considered a pioneer in boat lifts.

Cantilever boat lifts

Cantilever boat lifts are known for their simplicity and reliability, and use a pivoting arm (the cantilever) to support the boat while it is raised or lowered. These come with a winch wheel, which allows you to mechanically lower and raise your boat.

Cantilever lifts are great for smaller-sized boats since their design doesn’t depend on having a power source available. It’s simple technology, which also makes regular maintenance and repair easier than other lifts.

Hewitt makes a line of these Cantilever boat lifts that you may want to check out.

Hydraulic boat lifts

The hydraulic system is connected to a pump or power unit, while traditional vertical lifts utilize cables and an electric motor.

While hydraulic lifts can be more expensive than some other types, they are often preferred for their ability to lift boats above the water’s surface, especially in deeper water.

Due to the support provided by hydraulic cylinders, in the event of a system failure, the boat is unlikely to come crashing down. These lifts require a hoist frame with base pads for each leg, ensuring stability on the lake or riverbed, and it’s crucial to ensure the contact points are level during installation.

Floating boat lifts

Floating boat lifts can lift a boat out of the water using tanks that are inflated. Due to the compact design of the tank, you don’t need much water to lift your boat, which makes these great for lakes and reservoirs with constantly changing water levels.

HydroHoist is the leader in these types of lifts, which combine a floating dock concept with a hydro-pneumatic method of raising boats.

These types of lifts can typically be installed in tighter areas, which makes them popular on lakes or reservoirs. You can read more about this technology on their website here .

Estimated costs of a boat lift

Since many boat lifts use different technologies to lift the boat out of the water, they are priced differently depending on the type. Below is a basic breakdown of how much you can expect to pay for each type in new condition.

Keep in mind that these are just estimates for either a 5,000-pound or 10,000-pound capacity boat lift based on online prices. This is just meant to give you a basic ballpark estimate of the product itself and doesn’t include labor costs or extras.

Whenever the capacity is increased, so will the price. Some lifts (like cantilever lifts) aren’t designed for heavier boats over about 5,000 pounds, so consider that as well.

• 10,000 lb. capacity Elevator Lift: $10,000
• 10,000 lb. capacity 4-post Conventional Lift: $5,000
• 10,000 lb. capacity Hydraulic Lift: $10,000
• 5,000 lb. capacity Cantilever Lift: $3,500
• 5,000 lb. capacity Floating Lift: $7,000

Installation costs will vary depending on complexity, and you can expect to pay more if you have a larger boat.

However, the benefits of installing a boat lift (especially at the coast) can often outweigh the long-term indoor storage costs at a marina.

Depending on whether or not the boat storage facility is indoors or outdoors, prices start at around $50-$200 per foot, per season. For a 20-foot boat, you’re looking at around $2,000 on the conservative side.

Tip: Check boat lift laws and regulations

It’s always a good idea to check for any regulations based on the body of water you plan to install your lift. Some states and localities have different regulations on size and scope, as well as on floating lifts.

No matter what lift you decide on, a new boat lift will take a lot of the hassle out of removing your boat from the water and constantly tying it up.

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Types of Boat Lifts and What You Should Know About Each

by Hurricane Boat Lifts | Feb 24, 2024 | boat lift , Lift System | 0 comments

Do you know your lifts?  Hurricane Boat Lifts manufactures a wide range of high-quality American-made boat lifts for vessels of (almost) all sizes. Whether you’re starting your search to find the perfect boat lift or are just interested in becoming a more knowledgeable boat owner, let’s get to know the basic types of boat lifts.

Types of boat lifts covered in this post include elevator boat lifts, platform boat lifts, cradle boat lifts, PWC small craft boat lifts, beamless boat lifts, yacht lifts, boat house lifts, commercial and commercial marina lifts. Need help finding the perfect boat lift? Contact us here or find your local HBL Dealer here !

• Elevator Boat Lifts:  What is an elevator boat lift?

Elevator boat lifts are premium lifts that are often the best choice in narrow canals and in locations where outboard pilings are restricted. Hurricane Elevator Lift Systems are elegant, strong, and built to last. They include deep groove winders with adjustable cable keepers. Capacities range from 3,000 lbs to 40,000 lbs.

• Platform Boat Lifts: What is a platform boat lift?

A platform boat lift, also called a deck boat lift, maintains a modern and clean boathouse or dock style by bringing the boat from the water to the same level as the dock and surrounding area. Hurricane Boat Lifts Platform Boat Lifts are custom-built to a client’s specifications. The entire deck drops into the water with ease, and auto-levels and locks into the dock. Capacities range from 7,000 lbs to 16,000 lbs and come with 10-year structural warranties.

• Cradle Boat Lifts:  What is a cradle boat lift?

A cradle boat lift, which is one of the most common and preferred types of boat lifts, support your boat securely from the bottom to prevent damage and maintain the resale value of your vessel. Hurricane Boat Lifts Cradle Lift Systems are our most popular lift and come with aluminum grooved winders, aluminum pulleys, and stainless steel pile mount brackets. Cradle lifts come in many sizes, including capacities from 4,500 lbs to 32,000 lbs.

• (PWC) Small Craft Boat Lifts:  What is a small craft boat lift?

Small craft boat lifts protect personal watercrafts (PWC) by keeping them raised above the water. Hurricane Boat Lifts offers the best single pole PWC lifts available with top grade marine aluminum and Nylatron rollers to provide smooth operation. Capacities include 1,500 lbs and 2,500 lbs.

• Beamless Boat Lifts:  What is a beamless boat lift?

A beamless boat lift, simply put, has no beams, and allows for easy boarding. Beamless boat lifts also prevent a lift’s beam from obstructing the view of the water. Hurricane Boat Lifts Beamless Boat Lifts are four-motor lifts that operate quietly, smoothly, and fast. Capacities range from 10,000 lbs to 30,000 lbs.

• Yacht Lifts:  What is a yacht lift?

Have a vessel a little bigger than a typical boat? Yacht lifts are large boat lifts that can safely accommodate yachts. Hurricane Boat Lifts Yacht Lifts offer a sleek design and come in capacities from 40,000 lbs to 80,000 lbs.

• Boat House Lifts:  What is a boat house lift?

Boat house lifts, which come in several styles and sizes, are small lifts that fit snugly inside your boat house. Boat house lifts are custom lifts built inside a boat house, and can be constructed in a new or existing boathouse. Capacities range from 3,000 lbs to 10,000 lbs and come with 15-year structural warranties.

• Commercial & Commercial Marina Boat Lifts:  What is a commercial marina boat lift?

Commercial boat lifts are a favorite among marinas and Home Owners Associations (HOA), and safely support the vessel of the occupying residents. Marina lifts are often used to add revenue streams for the business owners and provide protection for the vessels of their clients. Hurricane Boat Lifts offers commercial marina boat lifts in nearly all sizes, with capacities ranging from 4,500 lbs to 100,000 lbs.

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