MarineMax Buford to Host Nautique Hyperlite Experience Tour

Posted on August 10, 2015 by MarineMax

BUFORD, Ga., (August 5, 2015) – MarineMax Buford announced today that they are joining forces with Nautique, Hyperlite and Ambush Board Company to host 2 days of exciting wakeboarding and wakesurfing demos. The event will take place Thursday, August 27, and Friday, August 28, 2015, on Lake Lanier.

“Come experience the thrill of riding behind the award-winning Nautique G23 on your own board or try out a new 2016 Hyperlite board from Ambush Board Company. We will have professional riders Jimmy LaRichie and Noah Flegal on hand to demonstrate their skills and give riders their best tips,” said Steve Rhodes, MarineMax Buford Store Manager.

The event will be held at MarineMax Buford, 5800 Lanier Islands Parkway, Buford, Georgia. There will be refreshments, door prizes and giveaways.

“This event is free and open to anyone. This is a great opportunity for the novice to get started and the more experienced riders to take their game to the next level,” continued Rhodes. “Don’t miss the Nautique Hyperlite Experience Tour, it will be amazing!”

Participants will choose from 1 of 4 sessions, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., or 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. on both Thursday and Friday. Lunch will be provided both days. Spaces are limited. To avoid disappointment call MarineMax Buford today at 770-614-6968 or email Melanie.cody@marinemax.com.

Azimut|Benetti 2015 Yachting Gala – The Best of Italian Luxury and Lifestyle

Posted on August 6, 2015 by MarineMax

During the weekend of June 27, over 700 international guests of the Azimut|Benetti Group arrived in Portofino to be indulged by Italian luxury and enjoy all that is the best of the Italian lifestyle. Over the course of the weekend, Portofino Marina was completely dedicated to the most exquisite event on the nautical calendar. The entire Azimut|Benetti Group fleet lined the docks available for the guests to inspect along side other iconic names in fine Italian crafted elegance such as Damiani and Maserati.

On Saturday afternoon, amid extraordinary cars, spectacular yachts and dazzling Jewelry, the all new Azimut Magellano 66 was presented followed by a fashion show highlighting jewelry created by Maison Damiani. Handcrafted in Valenza with the tradition and unique heritage of three generations producing precious treasures that today represents the finest in Italian jewelry.

Later that evening the famous Paraggi Beach was transformed into the “Azimut Beach Club” where dinner was served and guests enjoyed music while watching the beautiful yachts parade through the harbor. The parade was followed by a laser light show and a huge bonfire on the beach.

On Sunday guest were invited to sample another example of “Made in Italy” excellence, the powerful and authoritative Maserati automobiles. Other sponsors included Pernod Ricard with their Mumm and Absolut brands for the attendees to enjoy, Villeroy & Boch displaying their world renowned china tableware on the yachts along with technical sponsors Volvo Penta and Cummins.

Throughout the weekend there were opportunities to meet other Azimut and Benetti owners enjoying the opulent hospitality from the Azimut|Benetti Group and experience the Italian luxury lifestyle.

MarineMax Panama City Beach to Host Free Pier, Beach and Surf Fishing Seminar

Posted on August 4, 2015 by MarineMax

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla., (July 31, 2015) – MarineMax Panama City Beach announced today that they will be teaming up with resident professional instructor and expert, Tom Putnam (Owner of Half-Hitch Tackle Stores) to present a Pier, Beach and Surf Fishing Seminar. Join MarineMax Panama City, and host Bob Fowler, for our free monthly Fishing Seminar on August 8, from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
“Those who attend this hands on seminar will personally interact with our instructor who will share his techniques, methodology and correct gear to successfully fish from our beautiful beaches and famous piers,” said Bob Fowler, sales consultant and broker, MarineMax Panama City Beach. “Tom will also share his intimate knowledge for targeting and landing fish.”

There will be a full display of rods, reels and other tackle. Attendees will receive instructional sheets as well as a special Half-Hitch Discount Coupon.

As usual, your host Bob Fowler, will be providing the ‘half-time entertainment’ with his professional vocal styling.

RSVP is requested. Call Cassie Anderson at 850-708-1317 or email cassie.anderson@marinemax.com.
You can also RSVP for the class on the MarineMax Panama City Beach store website under the “EVENTS” tab.

MarineMax United by Water Summer Sale Makes Boating Family-Affordable

Posted on July 16, 2015 by MarineMax

CLEARWATER, Fla., (July 16, 2015) – MarineMax announced today that they will be conducting a special summer sale featuring low monthly payments on select models. The low monthly payments are designed to be affordable by most American families. For those who qualify, monthly payments begin at $198.00* for a well-equipped Sea Ray 19 SPX.

“As demands on personal time and family budgets have increased, quality time with friends and family becomes even more important,” explained Bill McGill, MarineMax President and CEO. “Boating takes your cares away and builds bonds between family and friends in ways no other recreation can. The MarineMax United by Water Summer Sale will help families own a brand-new Sea Ray sport boat, backed by the world’s largest and most trusted recreational boat dealer, MarineMax.”

The MarineMax Summer Sale also includes the sporty and roomy Sea Ray 220 Sundeck at a low monthly payment of $349.00*. All boats in the MarineMax United by Water Summer Sale come complete with a free MarineMax Go Boating Kit, a full tank of fuel and access to MarineMax Getaways!® group boat trips that can be simple day trips or weeks-long adventures.

“MarineMax Getaways! are one of the best reasons to become a part of the MarineMax family,” stated McGill. “These organized trips allow novice boaters a safe environment to gain confidence and more experienced boaters a chance to explore new horizons and share with family and friends, old and new.”

*Payment of $198 is based on a selling price of $26,995, down payment of $3950 and 180 month term. Payment of $349 is based on a selling price of $62,126, down payment of $12,426 and a 240 month term. Subject to availability. Based on a credit score of 760 and higher. Subject to credit approval. For more information go to http://www.marinemax.com/summersale or visit your local MarineMax store.

MarineMax Panama City Beach to Host Free Kayak Fishing, Scalloping and Discover Our Bays Seminar

Posted on July 8, 2015 by MarineMax

Panama City Beach, Fla., (July 8, 2015) – MarineMax Panama City Beach announced today that they will be teaming up with kayak expert David Posey and Tom Putnam, owner of Half-Hitch Tackle Stores, to host a free kayak fishing, scalloping and discover our bays seminar. The seminar will be held at MarineMax Panama City Beach July 11, 2015 from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. This is a timely course since scalloping season annually begins the Saturday before July 1; this year the season opened June 27 and continues through September 24, 2015. The bay scallop harvest zone extends from the Pasco-Hernando County line near Spring Hill to the west bank of the Mexico Beach Canal in Bay County.

“Those who attend will personally interact with our instructors who will share their kayaking techniques, methodology and correct gear to successfully fish from a kayak,” said Bob Fowler, sales consultant and broker, MarineMax Panama City Beach. “They will also share their intimate knowledge of our beautiful panhandle bays and teach the proper techniques for scalloping.”

There will be a full display of kayaks, and attendees will receive instructional sheets as well as a special Half-Hitch Discount Coupon. In addition, participants will be offered a 10% discount on any kayak purchase within 10 days of the seminar.

As usual, your host, Bob Fowler will be providing the ‘halftime entertainment’ with a rousing patriotic theme.

For more information contact Bob Fowler at 727-531-1700 ext. 12912 or by email bob.fowler@marinemax.com.

MarineMax Launches Burgee Campaign that Celebrates Boating and Boaters

Posted on June 23, 2015 by MarineMax

MARINEMAX LAUNCHES BURGEE CAMPAIGN THAT CELEBRATES BOATING AND BOATERS

CLEARWATER Fla., (June 16, 2015) – MarineMax, the world’s largest recreational boating dealership, announced that they have launched their United by Water burgee campaign. The campaign promotes boating and boating enthusiasts. Boaters are encouraged to obtain a United by Water Burgee from their local MarineMax and post pictures of themselves, friends, pets and family having fun this summer using the hashtag #showusyourburgee.

“Whether they enjoy waterskiing, wake surfing, cruising to exotic locations, diving a reef or catching fish, all boaters share the H2O gene,” explained Chuck Cashman, MarineMax Vice President East Operations. “The United by Water burgee is a symbol that all boaters are tied together through shared joyful experiences. And, boaters innately understand that being on a boat simply takes you away from the everyday pressures and creates opportunities to bond with those that matter the most, your family and friends.”

United by Water burgees are free and available at all MarineMax stores. Anyone can participate, you do not need to be a MarineMax customer. This is not a contest and there are no prizes. However, occasionally, throughout the summer, MarineMax may highlight exceptional or unique pictures that capture the spirit of the campaign and may award the person posting the picture with a token of appreciation.

“Simply upload your picture to Facebook, Instagram or Twitter using the hashtag #showusyourburgee and watch the love you get,” continued Cashman. “Fly your burgee on your boat, take it on vacation or when you go fishing and snap pictures with your burgee wherever and whenever you are having summer fun.

For more information visit http://www.marinemax.com/showusyourburgee.

MarineMax Wrightsville Beach Out for a Win at the Southport Inshore Challenge

Posted on June 16, 2015 by MarineMax

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, N.C., (June 16, 2015) – On June 21, 2015 MarineMax Wrightsville Beach will compete with some of the best inshore anglers in the Greater Wilmington area at the Fisherman’s Post Southport Inshore Challenge. The tournament targets flounder and features a Tournament Within a Tournament (TWT) for red drum.

“Last year our MarineMax Wrightsville Beach fishing team didn’t make the leaderboard,” said Thom Cross, MarineMax Wrightsville Beach Store Manager. “This year the team is going all out to win.”

The MarineMax Wrightsville Beach team will consist of, team captain Wes Edwards and crew Zachary Messick and Jack Humphrey. They will be fishing from a Boston Whaler 210 Dauntless with team graphics.

The Southport Inshore Challenge’s primary prize category is the heaviest 2 flounder aggregate weight. However, there are several TWTs including heaviest single red drum, Junior Angler and Senior Angler.

With over $15,000 in cash payouts, the tournament is a family friendly relaxed event with rules that allow both live and dead weigh in. The tournament organizers are committed to conservation and will be awarding bonus cash payouts for fish making the leader board in releasable condition. However, the organizers do not want to penalize crews that do not have the ability to keep large flounder or red drum alive.

The tournament will be held at Southport Marina. The Captain’s Meeting will be held on June 19, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. The fishing, Awards Party and Awards Ceremony will be June 20, 2015. The tournament has an honor start at 6:00 a.m. and weigh in is over at 4:00 p.m. Boats with weighable fish must be in line by 4:00 p.m.

“We had a lot of fun last year. This is a relaxed, low key tournament run by the good people at Fisherman’s Post,” concluded Wes Edwards, MarineMax Parts Manager. “We are determined to get on the board this year. We would love to have people come on down and cheer us on.”

For more information contact Graham Norton at 901-256-8100 or by email at graham.norton@marinemax.com.

MarineMax Fort Myers Fishing and Partying for a Great Cause

Posted on June 11, 2015 by MarineMax

FORT MYERS, Fla., (June 11, 2015) – On June 6, 2015 MarineMax Fort Myers took part in the Third Annual Offshore Rodeo and Reggae Party to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida. The team consisted of MarineMax Brokerage Consultant J.C. Schwalback, MarineMax Sales Consultant Kyle Pillsbury, MarineMax Service Advisor Brandon Webber and MarineMax Service Technician Shannon Ryan fishing on a Boston Whaler 350 Outrage.

“We are proud that we have participated in this tournament for a great cause since its inception. The mission of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida supporting the health and well-being of the children throughout Southwest Florida is commendable and deserves our support,” explained J.C. Schwalback. “The best part is that we get to have fun and the team gets to fish some of the best offshore fishing right here in Fort Myers; having a blast while supporting a great cause.”

The tournament was held at Salty Sam’s Marina and Bootleggers Waterfront BBQ. The fishing began at 6:00 a.m. and the weigh in closed at 6:00 p.m. After the fishing, the fund raising Reggae Party commenced with food, music and drinks from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. In addition to silent and live auctions there was an opportunity to enter to win a Kia Soul, donated by Fuccillo KIA. The drawing will be held on June 11, 2015.

The winner was Jason Schreyer on “Honey Money”, bringing in a possible world record black grouper weighing over 124 pounds. In all there were 1,200 pounds of fish caught. All the fish were donated, cleaned and prepared for the main course at the Reggae Party.

“Once again, the MarineMax fishing team failed to get on the board. Of course we would love to win and will be prepared to do that next year. However, the reason we enter year after year is to give back to the Fort Myers community where our fantastic clients live and boat, as well as, for the incredible opportunity to offer the best brands and provide outstanding services at our MarineMax facility,” concluded J.C. Schwalback.

MarineMax Ocean Alexander Welcomes Michael Tyrrell to the Team

Posted on June 9, 2015 by MarineMax

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., (June 2, 2015) – MarineMax Ocean Alexander of Florida announced today that Michael Tyrrell has joined the team at Pier 66 Marina in Fort Lauderdale. Michael is a veteran of the yachting community with 29 years of yacht sales experience. He began his career with Allied Marine-Hatteras later forming a partnership with Dwight Tracy & Friends.

“I am excited to join the crew at MarineMax Ocean Alexander. With the depth of experience and knowledge of the existing consultants at the Ocean Alexander location, it is like playing on an all-star team,” said Michael. “I am especially looking forward to acquainting new and existing clients with the very best in quality yachts and services that MarineMax Ocean Alexander represents.”

Michael is married to the renowned wildlife artist Melodie Tyrrell and loves to hunt and fish with his son Nick. Michael also coached Nick’s youth league teams in soccer, baseball and football for over a decade.

“Michael’s experience, knowledge and insight into the Fort Lauderdale yacht market combined with his excellent salesmanship makes Michael the ideal consultant to help find the Ocean Alexander yacht of your dreams,” endorsed Kevin McCarthy, MarineMax Ocean Alexander Vice President of Sales. “His passion for the yachting lifestyle and his devotion to family enable him to communicate the benefits of owning the luxury that Ocean Alexander delivers.”

MarineMax Brick Sponsors Charity Shark Tournament

Posted on June 9, 2015 by MarineMax

BRICK, N.J., (June 9, 2015) – MarineMax Brick announced today that will be sponsoring the 2nd Annual Warriors for Warriors charity shark tournament. The tournament is a fundraiser run by former U.S. Navy SEALs that raises money for charities that support combat warrior veterans. This year the tournament is supporting Operation Restored Warrior, a veteran operated charity focused on helping to prevent veteran suicide.

“This is the second year we have decided to sponsor this great charity event,” explained Matthew Cini, MarineMax Brick Store Manager. “Supporting the men and women who have served this country on the battlefield is a duty and an honor. We are proud to play a small part through our sponsorship.”

This two day event, June 12 and 13, is a rare shark tournament that allows overnight fishing. Large mako shark purportedly prefer to feed at night. Boats are allowed to leave the docks immediately after the Captain’s Meeting on June 12, 2015 and must be back in the Manasquan Inlet by 6 p.m. in order to weigh sharks.

The tournament will be held on the Manasquan River, with weigh-ins taking place at Crystal Point Yacht Club. Scales will be open at 12 noon on June 13, 2015. The After Party Fund Raiser Dinner, that evening, will provide an opportunity to meet the Navy SEALs and Operation Restored Warrior leadership. There will be a silent auction and a live auction with commemorative items and an array of goods and services donated by local businesses and tournament sponsors. Special guests at the fund raising dinner will be Congressman and ex-Navy SEAL, Ryan Zinke and National Geographic Channel’s Wicked Tuna television show’s Captain Paul Herbert. A limited number of tickets will be available for the after party fund raising dinner for $50 per person.

For more information contact Greta Andrews at 973.663.2045 ext. 14900 or by email at greta.andrews@marinemax.com.