PWC Lift

Introducing the New EZ Port 280

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The EZ Port line of personal watercraft (PWC) lifts by EZ Dock has been considered by many to be the best line of lifts on the market. Since launching the series in 1996, over time the ports have evolved to include adjustable rollers and self-centering split entry to make getting in and out of the water with your PWC effortless. EZ Dock even invented the in-line port system as a way to store multiple ports in a tight slip. After the recent release of the EZ Port VXP for smaller 2-seat PWC, EZ Dock went back to the drawing board to improve the design of the award winning EZ Port MAX 2i. Today we’re proud to introduce the EZ Port 280, the widest PWC Port on the market!

EZ Port in Action

EZ Port 280 Features:

The EZ Port 280 combines the best of both worlds: The strength and durability of EZ Dock combined with the ease of use of EZ Port. With a width of 6′-6″, the EZ Port 280 is 10″ wider than any other port EZ Dock offers. This allows for more stability and walk room for PWC enthusiasts. The EZ Port 280 is the perfect solution for anyone looking for a way to easily get in and out of the water while storing a PWC safely. With it’s adjustable rollers, the EZ Port 280 can be configured to match any shape or size of hull.

EZ Port 280:

  • Has an additional 10″ of width compared to an EZ Port MAX 2i
  • Makes launching a PWC as easy as rolling off into water
  • Built-in bow stop to prevent overshooting
  • Protects PWC from weather damage
  • Prevents marine growth from building up on hull protecting your investment
  • Features (10) adjustable rollers that can accommodate any PWC
  • Can be attached to any EZ Dock, existing floating dock, or stand alone.
  • Can be installed in any Marina
  • Easy to install
  • Available in Beige or Gray

What is the EZ Port 280 Price?

The EZ Port 280 will be available in the late summer of 2021. However, it is now available for pre-order! For more information about pricing and available contact your local dealer.

How to Choose the Right PWC Port

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If you’re a new personal watercraft (PWC) or waterfront property owner, nothing beats a fun day riding around the lake during the summer. While riding around the lake is a blast, pulling the jet ski out of water is a tedious chore that nobody wants to do if they don’t have to. Fortunately, there’s a solution to storing your PWC that will leave it high and dry, and out of corrosive water. The EZ Port! The EZ Port series by EZ Dock is the market leader in PWC ports due to it’s ease of use, protection, and durability.

Why You Need A Jet Ski Port

Owning a lift for your personal watercraft is essential to protecting the investment value because it keeps the PWC in the original condition that it was in as the day you bought it. By taking a jet ski out of water after each use, you eliminate the long term problems that are associated with leaving a jet ski in the water. Over time a jet ski will get hull damage by rubbing and banging up against a dock when the wind picks up and the weather worsens. Water will also fade paint on the hull over time due to the acidity in unpurified water minerals. While both of these are cosmetic damage that can lead to a big problem later, they will decrease the value of the jet ski and make it look old quick. People want to keep their PWC shiny and new, and have it last a long time. Water will also damage the internal parts of a jet ski, causing them to rust and gunk up quick if constantly submerged. So a quick way to make your jet ski look old and not run right is to leave it in the water.

A PWC lift or jet ski port will suspend your jet ski out of water, allowing it to be safely stored in a dry location. There are many models of jet ski port on the market including standard crank lifts, foam-filled polyethylene ports, or even wooden lifts but none compare to the EZ Port series. With plenty of adjustable rollers, getting in and out of the water with an EZ Port is as simple as rolling on and sliding off.

How EZ Port Compares to Competition

While the market is full of competing PWC lifts, none offer the durability and ease-of-use as EZ Dock. There’s still EZ Ports from 25+ years ago in the water today! The two most common PWC lifts are stationary and floating. A stationary lift will sit in the water in a fixed location and typically requires a wheel to crank the PWC in and out of the water. Instead of spending time cranking, EZ Port owners are able to use the built-in adjustable rollers to pull on and slide off. EZ Ports face much more competition when compared against floating PWC lifts. A floating PWC lift rises and lowers with the water level, perfect for bodies of water with a lot of fluctuation.

The competition to the EZ Port all lacks a key feature in one way or another. For example, most PWC lift manufacturers also fill their product with marine foam. A foam-filled PWC port will hold up for a couple of years, but after a while they will start to get warped and the plastic will bubble. Those bubbles will fill with water, causing the port to slowly start to sink. Another negative factor of foam is the harm to the environment caused when the beads start to leak. EZ Ports are all hollow and constructed out of durable polyethylene, meaning they will hold up for decades. Another advantage EZ Ports have when it comes to durability is the single unit one piece construction. Some competitors offer their set ups in modular cubes or sections that need to be coupled together. The problem with these designs is the pressure put on them by bending and conforming to the weight of the hull of a PWC. Over time the links will weaken and eventually snap leading to expensive repairs. EZ Port offers the user the most durable construction while being the easiest to use.

Picking the Right EZ Port for Your Lift

Much like there are different sizes and models of PWC, EZ Port offers three different lifts. The EZ Port MAX 2i, the current industry standard, is designed for larger three seat PWCs and features 12 adjustable rollers that can be shaped to match the hull of a PWC. For smaller 2 seat PWC, the EZ Port VXP is designed to accommodate any brand of shorter PWC with a weight limit of up to 1,300 lbs. The newest offering, the EZ Port 280, will be 80″ wide with an additional 10″ walk space compared to the MAX 2i. While the choice may be a little confusing, you can find out more about the different models here.

If you’re interested in an EZ Port, or have any questions regarding PWC lifts feel free to reach out to our team of experts. We’ll work with you to determine the PWC you own and the right lift that fits your needs. As always, you can also call to talk to your local EZ Dock dealer at (800) 654-8168.

3 Benefits To Owning An EZ Port

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Zooming around the water on a jet skit is a blast of fun. Jet skis, or personal watercraft (PWC), are small, fun, and can go really fast in the water! So who wouldn’t want to ride or own one? Well, most people are turned off about the process of getting the jet ski to the water, which can be difficult at times. You have to consider proper storage, maintenance, and the process of launching and removing the PWC. Some people might take a look at all this work and think that it outweighs the limited amount of fun you have on the water. Fortunately, there’s a way to remove all the work from the equation and focus more on having fun.

Why Owning a EZ Port Makes Jet Skis Fun

1. Keeping your PWC Safe and Protected

Leaving a Jet Ski in the water tied up to your dock is a bad idea. PWCs are not as large as boats, so therefore they can’t handle nearly as much damage that mother nature tries to throw at it. Leaving your PWC in the water will cause hull damage in one way or another. It can either get beat up or the water will slowly damage your hull by fading away the paint and rusting the metal components. Therefore, the best course of action is to take your jet ski out of the water after every use. You can go through the process of transporting and storing it on a trailer if you like to do things the hard way, but fortunately EZ Dock has an easier solution. Our line of floating PWC lifts, known as the EZ Port series, is the market leader in innovation due to the way they have transformed the process of getting in and out of the water.

EZ Ports

The EZ Port series makes the PWC launching and docking process as easy as sliding on and off into the water. With multiple sets of adjustable rollers, any shape or size of jet ski can be accommodated to safely store. EZ Ports aren’t only compatible with EZ Dock either, they can be standalone or connected to any existing floating dock! With an EZ Port you never have to worry about maintenance on the lift. You will never have parts rusting, snapped cables, or any of the headaches associated with metal PWC lifts.

2. Never Worry About Maintenance or Storage

An EZ Port will be able to sit in the water all year round, even in winter or tropical storm conditions. It will rise and adjust with the changing water levels, so you’ll never have to worry about coming out to find a damaged port. EZ Ports won’t become too much of a hassle over time either. The only maintenance required is to occasionally wash the deck off with a hose and soap or a pressure sprayer. It won’t require painting, replaced parts, or replacing the whole lift due to corrosion.

3. Space is Never an Issue with the Inline Series

Another issue that comes with owning a jet ski is space. While for some space is no issue, having a PWC port in the water is going to take up space, which can start to be too much if more than one PWC is needed to be stored. For those that rent a slip from a marina or community dock, space is very limited. Fortunately with the EZ Port MAX Inline series, multiple ports can be stored within a limited space such as 5′ wide. Removable bow stops can be used to separate the storage areas between the jet skis, so when it comes time to get out on the water simply remove them and go!

Owning an EZ Port can make your time on the water more fun and enjoyable. Spend less time preparing and spend more time enjoying the water while you can! If you are interested in owning an EZ Port, feel free to contact us or give us a call at 800-654-8168 to connect to your local waterfront expert. We will work with you to determine the best lift for your PWC, and make sure that we can get you out on the water in no time!