BomBay Boat Rental: March 2015

Thursday, March 26, 2015

Boating Safety is #1

Bombay Boat Rental at the Lake of the Ozarks is all about you having a blast out on the water. We offer the best rentals around and our watercraft will allow you to enjoy every minute while you are at the Lake. We are also about boating safety - you should always be aware of the boating laws and safety regulations when pursuing a day out on the water.

As the owner or renter of a boat, your life and the lives of your passengers are in your hands. In Missouri, if you are born AFTER January 1st, 1984, you are required by law to pass the Missouri Boater Safety Course before you can operate any vessel in the State of Missouri. For more info on this test, please visit the official website.

Top 10 Tips for Boating Safety

Always wear a life jacket – In Missouri, it is required by Law that all recreational boats must carry one Coast Guard-approved life jacket for each person aboard. Life jackets should be tested once a year and must be the appropriate size for the intended user.
Check the weather forecast – A calm, sunny day can quickly turn into a deadly storm. Check the weather forecast before venturing out on your boat. Also, keep a radio on board to receive weather updates and advisories.
Take a boater safety course – Play it safe and take a boater safety course to learn the proper regulations and safety precautions on the water. Missouri requires operators to pass the Boater Safety Course and display their safety certificate at all times.
Don’t drink and boat – According to the U.S. Coast Guard, Boating While Intoxicated (BWI) is a leading cause in fatal boating accidents. Alcohol affects judgment, vision and increases the likelihood of an accident. It’s illegal to operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol.
Preventative boat maintenance – Keeping your boat in good working order is an important part of the boating experience. Regularly, having your equipment checked for safety ensures that it will perform better, reduce depreciation and save on costly repairs.
Operate at a safe speed – Excessive speeding is a leading cause of all reported boating accidents. Operate your boat at a safe speed and stay aware of traffic density and navigation hazards to avoid accidents and save lives.
Learn the rules of the waterway – Unlike our streets; waterways don’t have traffic signals to direct boater traffic. So boaters must depend on each other by observing safety precautions and navigational rules to prevent mishaps.
Hypothermia is a risk – Avoid entering the water when the temperature is below 59 degrees Fahrenheit or hypothermia may result. The symptoms include a decrease in body temperature, uncontrolled breathing and unconsciousness. As you plan your trip, pack dry clothing in a waterproof bag and never go out alone.
Install a carbon monoxide detector – Internal combustion engines on boats emit a harmful, odorless gas called carbon monoxide. The symptoms are similar to seasickness or alcohol intoxication. All boats with an enclosed cabin need to be equipped with a carbon monoxide detector as a precaution.
Create a float plan – It is recommended that boaters inform a friend or family member where they plan to go, the route they will take and the time they are expected to return. This information will aid officials if an accident occurs.

If you follow these tips, you will be able to focus more on enjoying the Lake. After all, having fun is what it's all about right? BomBay Boat Rental will accommodate you with an awesome boat, tritoon, or jet-ski and will even deliver to you on site. With our 4 locations at the Lake of the Ozarks, we can have you on the water in no time. Stop by and see us!

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Friday, March 20, 2015

Why Own a Boat When Renting a Boat Is So Much Cheaper?

Owning a boat isn't cheap. There are many things to consider when you decide to purchase a water craft - these include base cost of the vessel, insurance, maintenance, storage, trailer and trailer license, and winterization. When renting a boat at BomBay Boat Rental Company at the Lake of the Ozarks, you are able to bypass all of this. BomBay takes the costs of ownership and makes it so that you can enjoy days on the water, for minimal cost. We will even deliver the boat to wherever you desire!

For the average cruiser you can expect to pay the following:

$25,000 to $40,000 for vessel
Filling up the gas tank is about $150 - $200
Sales tax of around 4% - 7%
Title fee of about $30, $3/foot for registration, and about $100 for insurance per year
About $1 - $1.50/foot to store a boat in a boat dock PER DAY!
About $300/per year for cleaning, maintenance, and all the extras
Winterizing/storage could be $1000 or more!
Boat safety equipment such as lifejackets, flares, fire extinguisher and dock lines could cost $200 or more

As you can see - owning a boat is very expensive. With our boat membership programs, we offer a plan for boats and jet-skis. This gives you the flexibility and a much more cost effective way of enjoying boating at the Lake of the Ozarks. See below for information on what our plans have to offer:

Boat Memberships

Boat memberships are offered in 3 different plans:

Week Day Plan
7 Day Plan
Family or Shared Plan

These include a 1 time membership fee and there are only 6 months of payments (April 1st - September 1st) to avoid paying during the winter months. You are able to make 4 advanced reservations per year (for a 48 hour time period) and have UNLIMITED access through 1-day advance reservation for a 24 hour usage time. Our many locations give you the ease of access you desire and we will DELIVER! With our memberships you may cancel at any time with a 60 day written notice. For the best boat rentals at the Lake of the Ozarks, stop by Bombay Boat Rental today!

Jet-Ski Memberships

The season is almost here and for the best boating experience at the Lake of the Ozarks - stop by BomBay Boat Rental ... we'll set you up with a super fast ski boat, a spacious tritoon, or an ultra fun jet-ski. We hope to see you soon!

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Friday, March 13, 2015

Boating at the Lake of the Ozarks

When you think Lake of the Ozarks, what's the first thing that comes to mind? It would undoubtedly be the great boating opportunities. There is plenty of water out there for everyone to enjoy and Bombay Boat Rental at the Lake of the Ozarks has the BEST watercraft available. Whether you are looking for a solo run with a jet-ski or to host family and friends on a fabulous tritoon, we've got you covered.

If you don't want to miss any of the awesome boating events going on this year, be sure to stop by Bombay Boat Rental at Lake of the Ozarks and reserve a boat or jet-ski. There are several boating events you won't want to miss this year. Here are a few:

18th Annual Spring Harbor Hop: May 2nd, 2015

One of the Lake of the Ozarks largest events of the year! Kick off the boating season by participating in the 18th Annual Spring Harbor Hop.

Dozens of the Lake's best restaurants and marinas will be set up as checkpoints for participants to draw a card and try and win the best and worst hands. Prizes are awarded to winners, and anyone can play!

Lake Race 2015: June 6th-7th, 2015

Watch Power boats from all over compete for their share of the money. Viewing will be available on the Dam as well as many sponsoring establishments. Boats will run from the 0 mile marker to the 6 mile marker. Event Location: Beaver's at the Dam

Aquapalooza 2015: July 18th, 2015

The Lake's largest FAMILY boating event will be held July 18th. The Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealers invites ALL BOATERS to join them for a great day on the water. Live music and activities will keep you having fun all day long. On the water party at Dog Days Restaurant at the 19mm, just west of the Grand Glaize Bridge.

Lake of the Ozarks Shootout: August 22nd-30th, 2015

Event Location: Captain Ron's Bar & Grill The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout being held at Captain Ron's Bar & Grill will bring the top racers and off shore racing power boats topping 200 MPH. This is the LARGEST unsanctioned boat race in the mid-west with over 100 racers and 100,000 spectators. Proceeds will benefit the Lake Area Rescue Teams, and other charitable organizations!

Shootout Events include: R/C Mini Powerboats Shootout, Golf Tournament, Treasure Hunt, PWC Dam Run, Shootout Strip Street Party, Vendor Villages, Poker Runs, Live Entertainment and much more.

30th Annual Fall Harbor Hop: October 10th, 2015

Anyone can enter for a fun day on Lake of the Ozarks! Visit over 40 of our participating locations on the water to play your poker hand. Enter the Harbor Hop by stopping at any of the check points. To obtain a hand, sign up and pay an optional $15 donation. Any player can enter more than once. The 1st card is drawn at the checkpoint where the hand is purchased; 6 additional cards are obtained by hopping to six more checkpoints drawing one card, per hand, at each location. The hand is complete when the 7th card is drawn. To qualify the hand must be turned in by 7pm at your last checkpoint. Winners will be notified by certified mail.

You won't want to miss these awesome opportunities on the water. Give Bombay Boat Rental a call at 1-888-259-6096 today or stop by our website at www.BomBayBoatRental.com to reserve your rental!

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