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Style Meets Performance in the 2022 Yamaha FX Cruiser SVHO

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It's going to be time to get out on the water a lot sooner than you think, and Surdyke Yamaha at the Lake of the Ozarks wants you to be ready the second the weather is warm enough! For example, picking up one of the stylish, high-performance PWCs for sale at our mid-Missouri boat dealership allows you to "make some waves" wherever you feel like exploring on the water.  This 2022 Yamaha FX Cruiser SVHO offers race performance, premium features, and the latest WaveRunner technology. Features All-New Factory-Installed Integrated Speakers: Includes twin, waterproof marine speakers, an integrated two-channel amplifier and an easy access control pad. All-new 7" Connext Infotainment System: High vibrancy glass touchscreen includes audio controls, complete smartphone connectivity, GPS-ready mapping, and enhanced Drive Control function. RiDE®: Drivers switch from forward to neutral to reverse with one pull of the throttle resulting in easier deceleration, reversing and doc...

All-In-One Family Fun! The 2022 Yamaha VX Limited

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If you're looking for "All-in-One Family Fun" for the upcoming boating season, Surdyke Yamaha in Osage Beach has it waiting for you! The 2022 Yamaha VX Limited PWC  is all that and more!   It offers the perfect combination of performance, technology, and accessories for the active watersports family. Learn more below, or come by our Lake of the Ozarks watersports dealership  today and check it out in person!  Features Connext Touchscreen : Features Drive Control for customizing your ride, and provides all vital display functions, and security mode to prevent unauthorized use. Innovative Hull and Deck Design : The deck design delivers improved ergonomics with deeper, wider, self-draining footwells and seat design that improves knee grip and overall comfort. VX® Limited Accessory Package : Includes two factory-installed integrated speakers, matching cover, color-matched tube and rope, a tube inflator, a tube holder, rope bag and two Yamaha fenders. Multi-Moun...

Be Ready For Warm, Summer Weather With a 2022 Suncatcher Pontoon ELITE 326 SL

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 Everyone has a “wish list". Some wish for the finer things in life. Others might wish for a life filled with relaxation and rejuvenation. A wish for more meaningful, enjoyable time with family and friends certainly tops many lists.  The new SunCatcher Elite 326 SL pontoon by G3 can help make your “wish list" come true, and Surdyke Yamaha at the Lake of the Ozarks can help to make that particular wish a reality!  Features Stern Lounge Area : The SL means "stern lounge" and this Elite pontoon provides maximum versatility for relaxation and entertainment, Lounge combinations include forward or rear facing flip-back bench seating, booth style seating with pedestal table, and a double-wide tanning platform when the padded flip-back is in the lowest position. Stern Lounge Seating : The SL means "stern lounge" and this Elite pontoon provides maximum versatility. Lounge combinations include forward or rear facing flip-back bench seating, booth style seating wit...

Be Courteous When Docking Your Boat with These Tips!

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If you own a boat at the Lake of the Ozarks you've likely spent a lot of time out on the water this summer - at least we hope you have! This means that you've also spent time around docks whether you enjoy going to waterfront restaurants, fueling up, or storing your boat, being around docks can't be avoided. It doesn't matter if you've been a boat owner for many years or you're new to the boating life, maintaining proper etiquette while docking your boat is important. Today, our boat dealership at the Lake of the Ozarks has some tips for docking etiquette.  Photo Credit: Funlake.com 1. Keep it moving. Whether you're at a fuel dock or boating ramp, be efficient. Delegate tasks to your passengers and be prepared so you can get out of the way of others and quickly get back out onto the water. 2. Be respectful to your fellow boaters. Be courteous to others out on the water and near the docks. It's the busy time of the year, and we want to mak...

Don't Skip Winterizing Your Boat!

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Fall weather is here which means you don't have much time left to enjoy boating at the Lake of the Ozarks. Before you store your boat for the season you won't want to skip winterizing your boat at the Lake of the Ozarks! When you take the proper steps to ensure your boat is winterized properly, you can rest assured that your boat will be ready to fire up once Spring comes. Your favorite  boat dealers at the Lake of the Ozarks have a handy checklist for what you will need to do before you store your boat for winter FLUSH AND PREPARE YOUR SYSTEMS If you have an inboard or stern drive boat with a raw water cooling system, be sure to thoroughly flush and clean the engine with fresh water to remove dirt and corrosion. We may not live in an extreme climate here at the Lake of the Ozarks, but it can get cold throughout the winter. You may want to consider running anti-freeze into the cooling system. Your outboard motor can be flushed with freshwater and all water should be dra...

The Shootout... 30 Years Ago!

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We’re sure you already knew that the Shootout at the Lake of the Ozarks is the largest unsanctioned boat race in the United States. But did you know that it’s only ONE MONTH away?! Okay, maybe you already knew that too. Surdyke Yamaha is here to tell you a few things that we’re sure you don’t know about the 30 th Annual Shootout at the Lake of the Ozarks… Or maybe you do. Either way, this timeline is too cool to miss! Straight from the best boat dealer at the Lake of the Ozarks (and the Shootout’s main website), here’s the biggest and fastest boating event of the summer! 1988 The very first shootout was held! Participants included Osage Beach, Sunrise Beach, and Lake Ozark Fire Districts. Local boaters simply wanted to establish who had the fastest boat by racing around the Lake. The event was first called the Lake Rescue Shootout. 1993-1996 Each year, the Lake Rescue Shootout continued to grow! More and more businesses and merchants began to participate in the ad b...

10 Essentials for a Day of Boating

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Now that you’ve bought or rented your awesome new Surdyke Yamaha boat, it’s time to take the family out for a cruise! Boating at the Lake of the Ozarks is a ton of fun, but you need to make sure you’re prepared to spend the whole day out on the Lake. Good thing your local boat dealer at the Lake of the Ozarks has lots of experience planning fantastic boat days! We’ve put together a list of a few fun things to bring with you as well as some safety requirements for your big day out on the beautiful Lake! FUN Your Favorite Swimsuit – When you’re out on the Lake, you might decide to cove out. Before you drop your anchor and jump in, make sure you’ve remembered to bring your swimsuit! It may seem like a no-brainer, but you don’t want to be the guy who has to swim in his gym shorts! Sunscreen! – Sun protection is important for everyone, not just those of us who burn easily. Check the SPF (sun protection factor) on your bottle of sunscreen to be sure you have at least SPF 30...