Top 10 Must-Have Boat Accessories

We get questions every single day about our favorite boating accessories, boat gear, and the top boat upgrades we'd recommend. After all, we spend countless hours boating, testing out new gear, and chatting about products all day long.

Here’s our list of a few of our must-have accessories for your boat this summer. We hope this helps you pick out some new gear for your wake boat and makes your time on the water that much more enjoyable.

Changing Poncho

Having a changing poncho on the boat is fantastic for privacy when changing clothes out in the open. They're incredibly convenient, allowing you to transition from wet to dry attire without searching for a secluded spot or asking everyone to avert their eyes. Changing Ponchos are made of absorbent materials to help you dry off quickly, keeping you warm and comfortable after getting back on board. The poncho also doubles as a protective layer against wind and cold, making it an essential item for when the sun starts to set.

Ronix Bimini Surf Board Carrier

Need more storage for your boards? The Ronix Bimini Top Surf Board Carrier is for you! Sitting atop your current bimini and wrapping its fastening straps around the existing tubing, this storage option makes board retrieval and storage a breeze while leaving your floor clean!

As a bonus, the Ronix Bimini Rack doubles as a storage bag for moving your boards to and from the water. Fin storage included!

Inflatable Play Mat

Have you ever wanted to pause and layout on the water? This year's lineup of inflatable mats makes that dream a reality. Inflatable and rigid, the mat from HO Sports, Mission, and Connelly are the perfect toys for a fun day out on the water. A must-have addition to your boat. Lake days just got a whole lot better!

These mats deflate down and store in an included stuff sack, but when inflated they create the perfect platform for hanging out with the kids, pulling yourself out of the water, or storing your gear between sets on the water. Some mat features include built-in D rings for anchoring, mesh or open centers for dipping your feet in the water, and a variety of shapes and sizes to fit anyone's needs. Once you add a play mat to your collection, you will question how you ever lived without it.

Shore Spike Beach Anchor

I know, an anchor probably isn't what you thought would be on this list. One of the many amazing things about wake boats is their versatility for fun. We all have that one beach along the lake where we love to relax midday, have a snack and enjoy a swim. The worst thing that can happen while you’re trying to relax is a boat breaking free or floating away. We here at WakeMAKERS searched tirelessly to find a consistent and reliably secure anchor that has a small footprint and is reliable in almost shoreline condition. Regardless if you are camping, or just enjoying some time on the water, this anchor will bring the peace of mind required to enjoy your time.

WakeMAKERS Factory Ballast Upgrade Kits

We here at WakeMAKERS believe that stock ballast is never enough. To truly maximize the potential of your boats wake, you need to upgrade your ballast. The easiest way to do that is with a WakeMAKERS Factory Ballast Upgrade. Our exclusive line of WakeMAKERS Factory Ballast Upgrades is sure to add some serious mass to your wave. As a leader in the production and innovation of ballast bags over the last ten years, we pride ourselves on knowing the quality of our bags is unsurpassed, and that includes our upgrade kits. Enter your Year, Make, and Model, to see what upgrades we have available for your boat!

Mission SENTRY 2.0 Boat Fenders

For most of us, docking the boat is the most nerve-wracking experience on the water. Modern Wake boats cost a lot of money and gel coat damage is every boat owner's nightmare. Luckily, Mission has a solution for this! The Mission SENTRY's unique shape contours to the shape of modern boat hulls for a better fit. This contouring helps to keep the fender from getting caught on top of the deck, making for worry-free docking and mooring.

The SENTRY 2.0 Fenders hanging system offers quick, easy positioning and maximum protection. Whether attached to the boat or the dock, the SENTRY Fender protects both above and below the rub rail, unlike traditional boat fenders. If the extra length is unneeded, trim it to clean up the look of the fender!

Bonus - the line is treated to resist mold and UV rays, so no worries about leaving it on the dock all summer long.

Wakesurf Edge Mega Wave Shaper

Liquid Force believes that bigger is better, and with their mega-sized Wakesurf Edge, they aim to prove that true. With the redesign of the Wakesurf Edge, Liquid Force built a wake shaper designed for larger boats. Boats that are 23ft+ should consider this as their option for a wake shaper to build a large clean wake and displace as much water as possible. With super-strong suction cups on one side and an upgraded concave surface on its face, the Wake Shaper displaces a ton of water.

Babes Boat Care Kit

While boat care might be one of the less glamorous parts of boat ownership, it also gives us a sense of pride in our boats. The Babes Boat Care Kit comes with everything you need for quick touchups. Never worry about stains on vinyl or your boat carpet again. This kit stores away easily, so that it can be kept on your boat at all times. Plus, when you start running low, it's a snap to get refills and save on the larger size.

Keep pride in your boat, it's your ticket to fun!

Boat Trailer Guide Covers

Alright, this one should be obvious but in case it isn't, you definitely need trailer guide covers to protect your boat. Sold as a pair, including the foam, these fit over most trailer guides. Pick the brand you like the most, the length that suits your trailer, and slap them on for instant peace of mind.

ACME Weekend Saver Kit

I get it, a backup Propeller is not what most of us want to spend our money on. It's not flashy, it's not exciting to most people and doesn't look as cool on your boat as a new surfboard, but it's arguably the most critical piece of equipment you can keep on your boat. Too many weekends have been ruined by hitting a rock or log and damaging a propeller. Keeping a spare in your car or on your boat at all times gives you the ability to save your weekend.

Enter the Weekend Saver Kit — everything you need to swap out a prop from a padded case to all the tools.

Don't let your annual family vacation be ruined by a damaged prop again. Keep a spare, and spare yourself the bummer of a ruined trip or day on the water!