The Folks at Shilshole are top notch professionals. Who do everything they can, to make mooring…read morethere a great experience. 5 stars.

Peaceful in the early spring especially. A lot busier in the summer. If you want to use the lot to…read morewalk over to the beach, you should get a parking permit. Cars are left at your risk. They spent money putting up flashing blue lights, but that does very little to deter against crime. Community deters against crime.

I took the ASA 101 basic keelboat certification class keeping an open mind. I have minimal…read moreexperience in water, outside of ferries. Phil was the assigned instructor and skipper of the boat. Right from the outset, I knew I was going to have fun because Phil explained he likes to be on the dock on a boat teaching us rather than a classroom. I'm a very visual person, and that tactic really helped me gain the fundamental concepts quickly. We spent most of the 2 days on the Puget Sound, enjoying the weather, learning to tack and jibe, tiller control, docking, and especially for me, patience and a keen sense of observation. I enjoyed my time on the boat with Phil and the other students. Phil's a great teacher. I had some difficulties with certain concepts and he navigated (pun intended!) those murky waters effectively for me. The front office is very helpful, and the people are friendly. I strongly recommend Seattle Sailing and I am looking forward to completing ASA103/104 soon.

Phil Johnson was a fantastic AS101 instructor--calm, patient, and so clear in his explanations that…read moreeverything just clicked. He was confident and relaxed on the boat, and he always gave us plenty of room to try things on our own and really learn how to handle the boat. His experience and genuine enthusiasm made me even more curious about sailing, and I left every class feeling excited to keep going. Can't wait to take AS103 with Phil again very soon.

Best fuel dock inside the locks! Here's why:…read more THE ROSES: First thing is the prices for fuel. They are, in a word, amazing! I filled up my boat this weekend, and ethanol free unleaded was .80/gallon cheaper than Shilshole! How they can sell for so much less than the competition is a wonder to me (but I'm not complaining!). The staff is great as well; very helpful! THE THORNS: Since they primarily cater to the commercial/workboat/fishing trade, their dock is a bit on the tall side for recreational boaters, making tieups a bit more tricky that places like Morrison's on Lake Union. They also take up very little waterfront width, so they can be tricky to find if you've never been there before. THE VERDICT: When you're taking on 100 - 300 gallons of fuel (or more?) a small difference in price can add up to big savings. Covich Williams sells for significantly less than competing fuel docks in Seattle, making it well worth the effort to find them.

Take my yacht there always for gas and I am met by someone to grab my lines. Best fuel price in…read moretown and most knowledgeable employees.

My wife and I recently bought a boat from Waypoint marine group, we got an awesome deal on a…read morebeautiful Cobalt. We decided to keep the boat at Waypoint utilizing their dry stack storage. I have to say, the whole process was quick, easy and we were out on the water within just a couple days. To say this is a dream come true would be an understatement. The dry stack app makes getting the boat in and out of the water super easy and convenient. And now we're part of the Waypoint family, at least that's what it feels like; everyone working at Waypoint is just so nice, helpful and generous. We had the impeller replaced for the salt water cooling system and they made it happen quick, easy and very affordable. Thank you Waypoint!! For being a great full service boat company! You guys rock! Thank you Brenda and Buck (the owners) Gary, Jake, Adam and Art, Katie May, Ray, Troy and all the rest of the Waypoint team. You run a tight ship and I'm telling all my friend to come see you for all their boating needs. If I could give you six stars, I would. We appreciate you!

Waypoint may be a good shop for larger boats, but my experience with a small portable outboard was…read morefrustrating due to pricing transparency and communication. I brought in my 2012 9.8hp Tohatsu to get a quote on fixing a minor lower unit leak. The staff were polite and got back to me quickly. The repair quote came back at $780.90, which is actually more than the price of a brand-new lower unit ($687.99). When I declined the repair, I was then billed $346.02 just to prepare the quote. After I pointed out that an environmental fee shouldn't apply to a quote, the bill was reduced to $259.79. I was never verbally told there would be a minimum diagnostic charge to produce the quote. The shop labor rate is $235/hour, which is fine if that's their pricing structure -- but it would have been helpful to know that before dropping off a small portable outboard. I don't blame the technician, and I'm sure this shop does good work. But for small outboards this pricing structure doesn't really make sense, and the lack of clear communication upfront created a bad experience. If the shop had simply said on the phone or at drop-off that there is a 1-hour minimum diagnostic charge ($235+) to produce a quote, I could have made an informed decision and avoided the situation. If you have a small portable outboard, I recommend getting clear pricing over the phone.

We are new members and former boat owners. I'm sorry we waited so long to join. We took our first…read moreboat out this weekend. I hoped it would be easy and "Carefree", and so far, so good! We hadn't anticipated how much fun it would be to have a variety of boats. The Ranger Tug is a fun little boat! I never would have thought to try one. Our deckhand, Addy, was confident, friendly, and helpful. We are happy to have joined, so far we would recommend it to anyone, and are glad to be back on the water again! Thanks for making it so easy.

I was a "member" for three years and would have simply moved on. However, carefree still hasn't…read morerefunded my Bellevue parking pass. After multiple attempts, not even a response. Don't sign up for this club. Boats are tired, sparse, and largely unavailable. Break downs on the water. Unavailable boats due to maintenance issues. Surf boat was a joke. (Not a real surf boat) I saw the program deteriorate over 3 years and advise everyone to consider any other alternative.

Tom at West Coast surveyed a Searay 41 for me and saved me from buying a lemon. He was super…read moreprofessional during the survey with the owner of the boat, as the owner tried to hide the under powered engines during the test drive. I highly recommend calling if you're looking to buy a boat. They also keep boats tuned up and ready to go so you can head out on the big trip without worrying about breaking down.

From the owner: West Coast Yacht Solutions is here to preserve and enhance the value of your investment. Complete…read moreyacht management from West Coast Yacht Solutions includes monthly exercises and reports, routine maintenance and fluid testing, as well as a customized schedule for cleaning, detailing, and brightwork. We also offer captain services and individualized boat training. We are on call, to deliver parts and service your vessel, no matter where you are located. West Coast Yacht Solutions eliminates the stresses that come with owning and operating a yacht. When you step on your boat, you can relax knowing that systems are running smoothly, your trip has been routed, and your boat is spotless, fueled, and fully provisioned. Our experienced captains will take the helm, allowing you to put your feet up and enjoy the company of your guests. West Coast Yacht Solutions ensures the highest level of personalized yacht management and training with the most competitive prices around.

I couldn't be happier with the boat repair services provided by Achievement Marine & Diesel System…read moreServices. From start to finish, they were professional and reliable. The team diagnosed the issues quickly and provided a clear explanation of the necessary repairs. Their attention to detail and quality craftsmanship were evident in every aspect of the work. My boat runs like new, and I truly appreciate their commitment to customer satisfaction. Important that their invoice was very reasonable. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of expert boat repairs!

I contacted Achievement Marine (via their Mobile Marine Diesel Mechanic webpage) to get some…read moreroutine maintenance scheduled on my boat. Josh came and did the work and there are three things in particular that I REALLY appreciated. First, he communicated well, committed to a specific time and showed up on time. Second, he consulted me on what maintenance I should actually do, recommending some maintenance I could push out because it isn't needed just yet (fiduciary advice I really like to hear because I can tell he isn't just trying to take money unnecessarily.). Third, he answered all my questions, let me learn along the way, and was just really pleasant to have on board working on my engines. A+ customer service and quality of work. Highly recommend this team!