CLEWISTON, Fla. - A mainstay in the area around the longtime big-bass destination of Florida's Lake Okeechobee, Roland Martin's Marine Center in Clewiston announces that it is now a full-line dealer for freshwater Ranger Boats. In addition to sales of the legendary fishing boats, the dealership will also offer service, support and accessories for the brand.

The store, now led by sales manager and former owner of Northlake Marine, Ellis Cole, offers complete sales and service for an elite selection of outboards. With an experienced and professional full-line service department to keep anglers and families on the water, Roland Martin's Marine Center also offers a knowledgeable, friendly sales staff that can guide new customers and current boat owners on all facets of the boating lifestyle from the initial purchase to maintenance and other support.

"I'm officially out of retirement and selling Ranger Boats," said Cole. "We're excited to bring the legacy and superior reputation of this incredibly strong, iconic brand to this part of Florida. Ranger Boats and Lake Okeechobee are synonymous with bass fishing and it's only natural that these two icons come together at Roland Martin's Marine Center."

Cole said that the dealership is planning an active participation with the local and regional bass tournaments as well as continued support for the Florida Federation. More details on events, promotions and sponsorships will be available soon.

For more information on Roland Martin's Marine Center, please call (863) 983-2128. The store is located at 910 Okeechobee Blvd., Clewiston, FL 33440. The store, which features a full-line pro shop and new, 2011 Ranger models in inventory, is open from 6 a.m. until 5 p.m., seven days a week.