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    Papa Jet Ski Rentals

    3.5 (2 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    2 years ago

    Very easy process to get out on the water, had a very fun day out on the jetski, would love to go again.

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    Jet Ski Madison

    Jet Ski Madison

    3.6
    (29 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    Do not rent from this company. Rented a "luxury" 14 person pontoon in July 2024, and it was junk…read more Please see the pictures: the boat was literally held together with packing tape in places, including the canopy which was flapping in the wind after we opened it. Additionally, the reverse gear did not work...the employee told us before departure that the reverse was " a little tricky, it doesn't always take." The reality was that the boat did not operate in reverse and we had to use manpower to avoid running into other boats when we attempted to dock/anchor. This was the most disturbing aspect of the rental because it was a safety risk, never mind the damaged and taped sections. We tried to discuss with Madison Jet Ski, but good luck reaching someone. There is no one to call, and slow or non-responsive to email. As a last resort, we attempted to find resolution with our credit card company, but were presented with legalese that we signed away any recourse in event of a complaint. Buyer beware, you have to sign off on everything BEFORE you take the boat out. Once you get on the water and discover any issues, you're stuck. My attempts at recourse began in July, and it is now mid-October. I will not waste any more of my valuable time dealing with this company, but it is my hope that sharing my experience will help others avoid the same fate. You can do better than Madison Jet Ski and your ~$700 with other firms on Lake Mendota or Monona.

    Cannot recommend enough! We booked last minute and Larry was more than accommodating. Super…read morefriendly and helpful, everything was perfect. The boat was gorgeous and ran beautifully, and they are even dog friendly! Thank you again Kaia and Larry.

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    Side of boat held together with packing tape.
    Side of boat held together with packing tape.
    Canopy flying the wind, notice the packing tape.
    Canopy flying the wind, notice the packing tape.
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    Good Time Rentals

    Good Time Rentals

    2.6
    (7 reviews)
    57.3 mi

    We rented a jet ski via credit card in advance of our rental date. DO NOT PROVIDE THIS COMPANY WITH…read moreYOUR CREDIT CARD. After we used the jet ski, we waited on the owner for over a half hour. We he arrived, he was rude, yelled and told me to back up the jet ski as he had to move his trailer onto the cement ramp. I moved back per his directive, he yelled again and told me I was too shallow and probably ruining the jet ski. He pulled it out, looked at it and told me the jet ski was fine. He then explained he was late as one of his other jet ski's sunk in another lake. During this ordeal, I had 3 other people witness this situation. One week later I received a bill in the mail with an additional $600 charge applied to my credit card. I immediately called to find out why and was told rocks had ruined the propeller when I backed up into the shallow water. Recall, this was the owners demand. I explained the situation, but they insisted it was my fault. I called the credit card company to dispute charges. Good Time Rentals informed the credit card company that we did not pay for 'their insurance,' therefore, we were liable. I spoke to Good Time Rentals and asked for an itemized repair bill. At first, they told me they sent it out for repair. Now, they claim, they fixed it in-house and do not have an itemized bill. If they really a repair, they would have a bill or a bill for parts used. Again, I've called the credit card company with a fraud complaint. I've also issued a complaint with the Better Business Bureau. Beware, DO NOT RENT equipment from Good Time Rentals. You will have a 'horrible time' in dealing with their dishonest business practices.

    I've purchased multiple Hewitt lifts from this company and have experienced the same issue with…read moreeach one. I'm not sure if it was a manufacturer defect, or if it wasn't assembled properly by Good Time Rentals (also known as lakeside solutions). The planks which the boat sit on consistently lean to the point that the boat looks like it's going to fall over (see photos of company under google review for my specific lift). Unfortunately Kathy and Ken have been COMPLETELY unresponsive in my request to get this fixed. They admitted something was amiss with the lift and haven't seen the issue often, but have failed to offer any solutions or assistance even though the lift is still under warranty. Both of the owners screen my calls and will not answer their phones. Every once in a great while I receive a text message they'll take a look at it, but they've never made good on this. Long story short, don't touch this company with a ten foot pole. I'm also filing a complaint to the Better Business Bureau and Hewitt lifts about the TERRIBLE customer service I've experienced over the last two years.

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