I have purchased two boats from AWS. I've worked with Grant on the Moomba side and…read moreChad/Michael/Chantel on the Malibu side. I had phenomenal experiences from beginning to end with all of them. I was very indecisive for months and never once felt pressured and they treated me like I had already purchased. No reason to go anywhere else, this team is the best and will go back for all future purchases and service.

I had an awesome experience here. The staff treated me great! Lindsey helped me out and made my…read morevisit a fun experience. I came in to buy a boat and they made the whole time pressure free. I got the boat of my dreams. I'll see you in the shallow end! Lol.

We had such an amazing experience with my family of 8 renting a pontoon boat and a jet ski for the…read moreday. Jeremiah was very helpful over the phone when I called to confirm the reservation. We were met at the dock by Don who was uber knowledgeable and over all a bright light in our whole experience. We felt very safe cruising off the dock and followed all the tips and rules. Made for a highlight in our family trip!! THANK YOU!!

I highly recommended renting from X-treme Rentals if you're looking for a fun filled experience!!…read moreJeremiah was so helpful thru the entire process even when loading up and docking and even went above and beyond to help us find our way to a restaurant right on the water that we had trouble finding on our own. the boat had all the life jackets we needed and was clean, easy to drive, fast and fun all the things I honestly couldn't say one negative thing about the owner and this company!!! it was an amazing experience to say the least and will definitely be going back! thanks X-treme Rentals NW!!

I'm a local, but I still enjoy taking friends and family on the Willamette Jet Boat Excursion…read morebecause it's one of the best ways to experience the river, the Portland waterfront, the city's beautiful bridges, and Willamette Falls. One of our captains described the ride as a mix of Pirates of the Caribbean, the Teacups, and Splash Mountain--which is surprisingly accurate! The price is fair, the experience is unforgettable, and it's something I'd highly recommend for both locals and anyone visiting Portland.

What fun! My 8-year-old grandson, as he says, "had the time of his life!" Thanks to Captain Cody…read morefor interesting info, hold onto your hats spins & stop, cooling us off with fresh river water, and many laughs!

Once upon a bargain dream, you shined so bright and kind,…read moreBut your basement full of goodwill finds feels lost in dusty time. Those shelves once held the magic where the cheap and quirky gleamed, Now the prices sit there towering far higher than I dreamed. I wandered through the upper floor, all pristine, neat, and new, But the true delight was down below, where hidden treasures grew. Now the swell of cost has smothered that old familiar spark, And taking all the kiddos' toys? That's what really hit the mark. Sure, I found a gem or two that made my heartbeat skip, But joy can turn to sorrow with a single tightened grip. So hear my plea and soften don't make thrifters pay in gold; Bring back the charm, the deals, the warmth, the stories once foretold. Let kindness guide your pricing, let nostalgia ring its chime For something dear has vanished here, A bargain lost in time .

They're open again! Yelp has been unable to restore their site, which is stupid so... Get it…read moretogether, Yelp! But this location on grand is open currently. None of the others are yet, though they might open Sandy later. They do still have the bargain basement. They have no boats or standup paddle boards, but they do have some accessories like what suits, kids PFD's, clothing, etc..

This review is for the paddle board rentals!…read more My 2 friends and I tried to book the paddle boards online the day prior. For some reason we were only able to book one, even when trying on different devices/ browsers. We tried calling but weren't able to get through so we decided to just go in person the next day. For our reservation, we were texted the instructions on where to park & how to get down to the right dock. The instructions were easy to follow. Despite the online reservation not working, we were still able to get 3 paddle boards! After signing a waiver and paying, the staff will give you a life jacket, measure the paddles according to your height, and give a quick tutorial on how to get onto the board. It was my first time paddle boarding and it was pretty easy to learn! We did a 2 hour rental (which is plenty of time) and had a lot of fun going through the recommended path and using the current to drift back. For the 2 hours it was about $30 which was more than worth it. There is a locker (without locks) where you can leave your clothes/ other items. If you want to bring a water bottle or other personal items that are ok to get wet, there is a bungee cord at the top of the board to secure those items in place. There are also restrooms with flush toilets at the dock. This experience was honestly one of my favorite parts of the weekend and I would highly recommend. I just hope they are able to get their online reservation system fixed for a smoother booking process!

Reserved a pontoon boat in the midst of COVID restrictions. A great way to get outdoors and safely…read moresocially distance. As our day approached, the weather changed. We called to check if we could switch days and they were quick to let us know we could. Perfect. Check-in was smooth. We were provided a quick training and we were off. We rented for the day and took advantage of exploring the Columbia river. Pontoon Boat was in great shape and had a larger engine so we were able to make decent time to get out to the gorge. It was a gorgeous day and we couldn't have been happier. Highly recommend, but plan ahead (we attempted to rent on another occasion and they were booked).

Gabriel was amazing! Really went above and beyond to make sure my friends and I had a great time…read more Everything went smoothly, and in time. The boat was immaculately cleaned and in great condition! Will definitely be renting from them again!!

Our family had a fantastic time on the scenic Columbia River with PDX Water Sports. We rented…read moreBrandon's Monark 205 Sun Lounger deck boat (see photos) and it runs great with a 130 hp outboard. With three passengers, we got a max speed of 30 kts and cruised very comfortably on plane at 22 kts. This is not a new boat and is missing its windshield, but it has a bimini shade and plenty of seating. The seat conditions and such are expected of an older boat, but we are here for the Oregon water experience, not two-tone leatherette. There is no online booking, so text PDX Watersports and the response is fast. Coordinating times and getting a price quote was super easy too. If you are used to renting from overpriced corprate operators, think of this as the opposite-- the hometown small business owner. Chinook Landing boat ramp has plenty of parking and is out of the Portland traffic/busy areas. If you are renting on the 4th of July or some other peak day, expect peak conditions at launch and on the river. We had a quiet, summer Friday on the water instead. Deposit was returned within 60 minutes of getting back to the dock (and inspecting the boat and prop of course!). I would definitely recommend PDX Water Sports if you are an experienced boater looking for a great time on the Columbia or Williamette. I sense a lot of the negative reviewers are people who don't know much about boating, planing speeds, weight distribution, or safe operation of a vessel. Looking forward to doing this again the next time we visit Portland!

CRO and the staff (Luke, Albert, lady on the phone :)) were amazing. We rented 3 tubes and a tandem…read morekayak for the 5 of us, along with the shuttle service. Pickup from Barton County Park, shuttle to McIver, float down 6 hours (the water moved slowly in some spots so it took us longer). CRO answered all my questions around booking, and accommodated a reschedule during the 4th of July weekend. Even on the day of, Luke patiently gave us instructions and options to pick the upper (bigger rapids) or lower (slightly calmer) starting point. Couple of tips - take the earlier 10 am shuttle slot because car parking at Barton for the pickup can get full quickly on popular days. It would be great if we had a paddle for the tubes because in some spots the water was very still. Also, take a phone to text and coordinate towards the end of the float.

DO NOT SIGN UP FOR THEIR PCC CLASS (Flatwater Paddleboarding Tour)…read moreThey changed the location to Milo McIver State Park. The only instructions in the email as to this new location was "lake launch inside Milo McIver State Park". No directions were provided. Thus it would be assumed the actual location would be easy to find. I gave myself a 10 minute buffer to park and find the group. Map directions guide you to south entrance road. Once you pay & drive down, you come to a fork in the road (pics below showing signs). How do I know which boat ramp; there are 2? Since the directions indicated lake launch, I chose the right for Estacada Lake. Cut to 30 minutes later; I have now driven BOTH forks and there is no sign of a group that would indicate Clackamas River Outfitters or a paddleboarding group. I am so frustrated over the wasted time and money. When you are being paid for a service, it is your job to provide clear instructions; not just for the class itself, but how to get there. The best choice would have been for them to send a google/apple map pin to the exact location. If for some reason, that wouldn't work, then you should provide step by step instructions on where the group is to meet (IE, after entering, make a right/left, etc). I would have loved to call someone, but phone service was really shoddy in the park. Don't waste your time or money.

I took a stand-up paddleboard class for beginners through Alder Creek Kayak and Canoe, and it was a…read moregreat experience. The instructor, Grayson, did a fantastic job modeling techniques and answering questions as the class progressed. One of my main concerns was getting back on board after falling off. This was one of the first things that was addressed and we were shown a couple different ways to do it. There was one person who struggled a little bit, but Grayson was quick to help and offer alternative options. This class was an excellent value for the money, and it has made me feel confident joining my friends on their paddling adventures.

Just did the private pool session to learn rolling and am thoroughly impressed. I was a little…read moreanxious going into it but Nate did an amazing job at keeping me comfortable while getting me to progress more than I thought would be possible in one session.