RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_2ea2538f-82da-4269-a0a8-9fc4a488a5c2 -- Rendered At Wed, 04 Nov 2026 13:35:56 +0000 Against the Current: The Lake Life Playbook https://redcircle.com/shows/against-the-current-the-lake-life-playbook en-US All rights reserved. No Fluff. Just Truth. Omaha Marine Center From Omaha Marine Center, Against the Current The Lake Life Playbook is your all-season guide to boats, lake life, lift/docks, service, and pro shop gear - plus the winter shop: skis + snowboards + tuning. Practical advice, real opinions, and the stuff most dealers won't say out loud. No Fluff. Just Truth. 2ea2538f-82da-4269-a0a8-9fc4a488a5c2 From Omaha Marine Center, Against the Current The Lake Life Playbook is your all-season guide to boats, lake life, lift/docks, service, and pro shop gear - plus the winter shop: skis + snowboards + tuning. Practical advice, real opinions, and the stuff most dealers won't say out loud. No Fluff. Just Truth.

]]> episodic no Omaha Marine Center alltruth.nofluff@gmail.com false full Your Shoreline, Dialed In: Docks & Lifts with John Lawlor of Omaha Marine Center Your Shoreline, Dialed In: Docks & Lifts with John Lawlor of Omaha Marine Center 4 1 Omaha Marine Center John Lawlor of Omaha Marine Center on choosing the right boat lift and dock for your lake home. You bought the boat and found the lake house, now what? John Lawlor of Omaha Marine Center walks through everything at the water's edge: sizing a lift for today's heavier wake boats, hydraulic solar vs. electric direct drive lifts, ShoreStation features like the 15-year cable warranty and Bluetooth app control, fixed vs. floating docks, accessories, install timelines, and what to watch for when buying a used lift. You bought the boat. You found the lake house. Now what?


In this episode of Against the Current: The Lake Life Playbook, John Lawlor of Omaha Marine Center joins us to talk about everything at the water's edge: docks, boat lifts, and the decisions that keep your boat safe and your lake life dialed in. With 25 years in the dock and lift business and Omaha Marine Center's standing as a ShoreStation Platinum Dealer, John breaks down the questions new lake homeowners should be asking before they buy.


In this episode:

  • Why the lift that came with your lake house may not handle a modern 6,000 lb wake boat
  • Hydraulic solar vs. electric direct drive lifts, and why a faster lift means you'll use your boat more
  • ShoreStation's 15-year cable warranty, wireless remotes, and Bluetooth app control
  • Solar vs. AC power, and why solar makes troubleshooting so much easier
  • ShoreScreen PowerCurtains, canopy options, and guides for surf boats and tri-toons
  • Fixed aluminum ShoreStation docks vs. Connect-A-Dock floating docks
  • Favorite accessories like Shore Steps, bumper guides, and lights
  • When to order and install, and why waiting until May is a mistake
  • DIY vs. professional installation, and red flags when buying a used lift on Facebook Marketplace


Thinking about a new dock or lift? Reach out to Omaha Marine Center to set up a shoreline consultation and get a plan that fits your boat, your water, and your budget.

]]> <p>You bought the boat. You found the lake house. Now what?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Against the Current: The Lake Life Playbook, John Lawlor of Omaha Marine Center joins us to talk about everything at the water&#39;s edge: docks, boat lifts, and the decisions that keep your boat safe and your lake life dialed in. With 25 years in the dock and lift business and Omaha Marine Center&#39;s standing as a ShoreStation Platinum Dealer, John breaks down the questions new lake homeowners should be asking before they buy.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In this episode:</strong></p><ul><li>Why the lift that came with your lake house may not handle a modern 6,000 lb wake boat</li><li>Hydraulic solar vs. electric direct drive lifts, and why a faster lift means you&#39;ll use your boat more</li><li>ShoreStation&#39;s 15-year cable warranty, wireless remotes, and Bluetooth app control</li><li>Solar vs. AC power, and why solar makes troubleshooting so much easier</li><li>ShoreScreen PowerCurtains, canopy options, and guides for surf boats and tri-toons</li><li>Fixed aluminum ShoreStation docks vs. Connect-A-Dock floating docks</li><li>Favorite accessories like Shore Steps, bumper guides, and lights</li><li>When to order and install, and why waiting until May is a mistake</li><li>DIY vs. professional installation, and red flags when buying a used lift on Facebook Marketplace</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Thinking about a new dock or lift? Reach out to Omaha Marine Center to set up a shoreline consultation and get a plan that fits your boat, your water, and your budget.</p> 8c8e2b94-fdee-4438-95b2-80a9dcbff7ec https://redcircle.com/shows/2ea2538f-82da-4269-a0a8-9fc4a488a5c2/episodes/c006c0a0-61aa-43f3-b9d9-90cf5a9fcefe Tue, 03 Nov 2026 15:58:48 +0000 1898 false full Pontoons vs. Tri-Toons: What First-Time Buyers Need to Know Pontoons vs. Tri-Toons: What First-Time Buyers Need to Know 3 1 Omaha Marine Center This week on Against the Current, Brandon is joined by Adam, pontoon specialist at Omaha Marine Center, for a deep dive into buying your first pontoon boat. They talk through pontoon vs. tri-toon vs. sport-toon, how local lake horsepower limits factor into the decision, and why buoyancy and capacity are pushing more buyers toward tri-toons. The conversation covers Godfrey and Premier model lineups and pricing, electric pontoon options, popular deck layouts, trailer and zebra mussel considerations, tow bar safety, lifting strakes, and the Hurricane Fun Deck as a fiberglass hybrid option. A must-listen for anyone shopping for a pontoon this year. Pontoon shopping? Brandon and guest Adam, a pontoon specialist at Omaha Marine Center, cover it all in this episode of Against the Current: pontoon vs. tri-toon vs. sport-toon, horsepower restrictions by lake, buoyancy and passenger capacity, Godfrey and Premier lineups and pricing, electric motor options, popular layouts, trailer and zebra mussel rules, tow bar limits, lifting strakes, and the fiberglass Hurricane Fun Deck. Everything a first-time pontoon buyer needs before heading to the dealership.

]]> <p>Pontoon shopping? Brandon and guest Adam, a pontoon specialist at Omaha Marine Center, cover it all in this episode of Against the Current: pontoon vs. tri-toon vs. sport-toon, horsepower restrictions by lake, buoyancy and passenger capacity, Godfrey and Premier lineups and pricing, electric motor options, popular layouts, trailer and zebra mussel rules, tow bar limits, lifting strakes, and the fiberglass Hurricane Fun Deck. Everything a first-time pontoon buyer needs before heading to the dealership.</p> 5b773b38-ef0c-4c5c-802f-226c5a2b610c https://redcircle.com/shows/2ea2538f-82da-4269-a0a8-9fc4a488a5c2/episodes/c1fa54db-1b52-4fc2-a48d-1ab61e05ea89 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:59:49 +0000 1668 false full Inside the MasterCraft Lineup, NXT, XT, X, XStar & ProStar Explained Inside the MasterCraft Lineup, NXT, XT, X, XStar & ProStar Explained 2 1 Omaha Marine Center Breaking down the MasterCraft lineup: NXT, XT, X, XStar & ProStar Brandon breaks down MasterCraft's full lineup, NXT to XStar, and how to pick the right one. Why does this dealership carry MasterCraft, and how do you choose between the NXT, XT, X, XStar, and ProStar? In this episode of Against the Current, Brandon walks through the full lineup, build quality, the Surf Star surf system, the redesigned X Series, Meridian audio, in-house trailers, and MasterCraft's 5-year warranty, plus advice for first-time buyers and a reminder on wake-responsible surfing. Whether you're comparing brands or narrowing down a series, this one's a practical buyer's guide from the people who sell and ride these boats every day.

]]> <p>Why does this dealership carry MasterCraft, and how do you choose between the NXT, XT, X, XStar, and ProStar? In this episode of Against the Current, Brandon walks through the full lineup, build quality, the Surf Star surf system, the redesigned X Series, Meridian audio, in-house trailers, and MasterCraft&#39;s 5-year warranty, plus advice for first-time buyers and a reminder on wake-responsible surfing. Whether you&#39;re comparing brands or narrowing down a series, this one&#39;s a practical buyer&#39;s guide from the people who sell and ride these boats every day.</p> 45a5032c-2f38-47da-8fad-a4d8037d2868 https://redcircle.com/shows/2ea2538f-82da-4269-a0a8-9fc4a488a5c2/episodes/9456fe1a-ea86-489f-a9c8-a0c383c8eb6e Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:11:11 +0000 2148 false full Buying Your First Boat: What Nobody Tells You Buying Your First Boat: What Nobody Tells You 1 1 Omaha Marine Center First-Time Boat Buyer Guide: Lake Rules, Hidden Costs, and Finding the Right Boat in the Midwest Brandon from Omaha Marine Center breaks down everything first-time boat buyers need to know before they hit the water. In this episode he covers how to match the right boat to your lake, what hidden costs of boat ownership to expect, how to inspect a used boat, and the difference between pontoons, wake boats, and bowriders. If you're a first-time boat buyer in Nebraska or the Midwest, this is the episode to start with Thinking about buying a boat in the Midwest? There's a lot more to it than just picking one you love online. In this first episode of Against the Current: The Lake Life Playbook, Brandon from Omaha Marine Center sits down to break down everything first-time boat buyers need to know before they spend a dime. From Nebraska lake rules and horsepower restrictions to boat storage costs, lift capacity, and the hidden costs of boat ownership that catch most people off guard.

Brandon covers how to figure out which boat actually fits your lake, why asking the right questions matters more than the price tag, what to look for when inspecting a used boat before you buy, and why the boating world has changed so much in just the last five years. Whether you're trying to figure out how much a pontoon costs, whether a wake boat is worth it, or just where to even start as a first time boat buyer, this episode will save you time, money, and regret.

Topics covered include pontoons vs wake boats vs bowriders, triple toon benefits, private lake restrictions, used boat inspections, boat storage in Nebraska, lift capacity, and how to find a dealership you can actually trust for service.

Against the Current is brought to you by Omaha Marine Center in Omaha, Nebraska, your guide on the water.

]]> <p>Thinking about buying a boat in the Midwest? There&#39;s a lot more to it than just picking one you love online. In this first episode of Against the Current: The Lake Life Playbook, Brandon from Omaha Marine Center sits down to break down everything first-time boat buyers need to know before they spend a dime. From Nebraska lake rules and horsepower restrictions to boat storage costs, lift capacity, and the hidden costs of boat ownership that catch most people off guard.</p><p>Brandon covers how to figure out which boat actually fits your lake, why asking the right questions matters more than the price tag, what to look for when inspecting a used boat before you buy, and why the boating world has changed so much in just the last five years. Whether you&#39;re trying to figure out how much a pontoon costs, whether a wake boat is worth it, or just where to even start as a first time boat buyer, this episode will save you time, money, and regret.</p><p>Topics covered include pontoons vs wake boats vs bowriders, triple toon benefits, private lake restrictions, used boat inspections, boat storage in Nebraska, lift capacity, and how to find a dealership you can actually trust for service.</p><p>Against the Current is brought to you by Omaha Marine Center in Omaha, Nebraska, your guide on the water.</p> dbfd99b5-8cc4-42de-9e56-600d67ab475c https://redcircle.com/shows/2ea2538f-82da-4269-a0a8-9fc4a488a5c2/episodes/d05e4908-07ad-49ab-8d54-0db3cc722f35 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:09:49 +0000 2583 false