I received a "cold call" email from a guy named Jonathan on April 17th asking me about work I may…read moreneed done on my boat. I told him that I did in fact have a few projects I wanted to get taken care before my wedding on the 16th of May so I could take the boat out after the wedding, and I gave him a few items I needed done. We exchanged a few emails between the 17th and the 20th. On the 20th he emailed me saying "My schedule's super fluid so reach out on my cell at your convenience to discuss the overall. I look forward to it." So, as he requested, I reached out by cell 2 times on the 21st, then again on the 24th. After 3 attempts, I followed up with an email on May 1st to no avail. I was ultimately unable to get him to respond. On May 13th I was finally able to get somebody on the phone, though it was not Jonathan. This person told me she would get on it and see what we could do to resolve the issue. I later got a quote for the work requested, and despite it being a bit high, I was willing to pay a little more if I can get the work done quickly. The same nice young lady gave me a call back and said that unfortunately they would not be able to do anything for a couple of weeks due to many jobs ahead of me. This left me no choice but to face the fact that my plans for taking my boat out this weekend were not happening. I am unclear why they dragged this on. If they had just told me up front that they could not get to it, or that they had better things to do, I would have gladly took my business elsewhere. It seems my money does not spend as well at Y.E.S. as it does at other businesses. Oh well, Brian at Stix N' Rig'n got me taken care of and gave me better pricing anyways.

Called to get an estimate for a radar install, took my information and was told she would pass the…read moreinformation on to the owner who would get back to me. Never returned my call, called back next day and same lady told me she passed on information and owner had a care less attitude and said what is he supposed to do???? I don't know maybe: 1. Your job? 2. Call customer back His business must be so good he does not need any more, which i suggest people should avoid and go to the many other reputable companies that know how to treat their customers. I will be sure to inform my friends and dock mates to go elsewhere.

Still haven't received my boat but I left it for repair and the owner is very very trustworthy, he…read moretold me the story of his business and all the history behind it. Called a few days ago just to check up on it and then answered very politely I'll keep an update once everything is done but so far so good this place is very professional.

My boat goes no where else. Mike is the GOAT on motor repair. Love going by and shooting the breeze…read morewith him. Hes one of the good ole boys and down to earth. Steve Willis

I cant say enough good stuff about these guys. Quick turnaround for service. Always willing to…read morehelp via phone or text. You get what you pay for. I'll be back.

My experience with JT was a breath of fresh air. He bent over backwards to help me , and helped me…read morewith everything I needed. He is a very respectful young man and his business will flourish because of him and how he does business. JT is a great young man !

My boat sat up for too long and caught a bad tank of gas. I was worried that I would have to take…read morethe boat off the slip and trailer it somewhere but Russell was able to go by my house, pick up the tank, clean it and let me pick it up on the way into town on a Friday. Was a huge time saver and was basically seamless. Really helpful and responsive. Brian C.

My 97 Searay, purchased in May, never had chance to run and enjoy because it spent the entire…read moresummer at R and S. Poor diagnostic skills, paying for repairs( over $3000 ) that never got boat in acceptable running condition, and personal abuse by the owner are the hallmarks of R and S. I hate to dis a fellow business owner on the Island but Russell never failed in his attempts to characterize me as nothing but a pain in the arse even though he was happy to accept my money, charge me time and a half when asked to expedite repairs, and never properly diagnose the problems from day one. God forbid I would show up after the boat was there for weeks without any update, and be mistreated for asking for a progress report. Not the way to conduct business. Thanks for souring me on the whole boating experience.

I bought an Avid boat from Reynolds and would do recommend them for anyone looking to buy a new…read moreboat or for routine service for an existing boat. Excellent customer service, friendly and very responsive!

Read the previous reviews, they scammed me. I never felt so cheated in my entire life. Don't make…read morethe same mistake. I bought my boat in & was never quoted or given an estimate for over a month. I would call & show up to check on my boat. All the excuses in the world. I kept insisting them to give me an estimate for my boat. Month pass & guess what? They surprised me with a bill of 5000$ for some wires. Work on stuff that I didn't ask them too. These people are crooks. Think twice.

I took my boat to Mickey's Marine in La marque Texas for warranty work he…read more even asked me if that's all that I wanted him to do and I said yes. All summer two and a half months later he called to say my boat is ready it was a simple starter issue. Well I go to pick it up and there's a $1,300 bill that I owe.i did not give him my approval he decides he wants to do a full maintenance oh my motor. Never once did he call me and asked me if I wanted him to do that work I do all that work myself. So no this guy is dishonest and I would not recommend him to the devil.

I brought my boat to Gulf Coast Marine in March of 2024 to get an oil leak fix and the tune…read moreadjusted at the recommendation of my engine builder. After discussions with David he advised he hoped to have the oil leak fixed in 2 weeks and would then start on the tune. He ended up taking until July to get the oil leak fixed. I would never hear from him and it got to I would phone every day to speak with him to be told he would call me back and he never would. About every 6 weeks I would catch him on the phone and he would advise he had to get his big money customers to Desert Storm, Outlaw Shootout, or some other event and then he would get back to my boat. The fact that I like to use my boat as well was lost on him apparently. After July 4th he started on the tune and again I would never hear from him minus the usual having to get people to other boating events. I ended up getting my engine builder to call David to get him moving and that helped. David would work on the tune but could not get it right. I ended up getting advised that the boat was fine except for the tune and to take it to a tuner. When I picked the boat up( in March of 2025) it was disgusting, covered in mildew, my swim steps were damaged where David had not checked my outdrive when he raised it, my passenger seat was torn, and there was a ton of corrosion. David's response to this was "there's salt in the air." I ended up taking the boat to a tuner only to discover that the issue was a fuse, apparently fuses are beyond David and his staff capabilities. In summary if you want to always to be shuffled behind people, never get updates on your project, and your boat neglected, by all means go see David Whelan at Gulf Coast Complete Marine(if you do take your boat here tell him your going to Desert Storm, LOTO or Key West and he may work on your boat). My receipt asked me to leave a review so here it is. In summary this is the worst business I've ever dealt with in any industry.

highly recommended to anyone! David and his staff have worked overtime to make sure I met deadlines…read morefor out of town boating events. More than once they have saved my butt to make sure I could still attend. 10 star review here!!!!

The South West International Boat Show takes place twice a year, typically in October and March,…read moreand is the largest in-water Boat Show in the Southwest. The show is held at the lovely and recently updated South Shore Harbour Hotel and Marina. There is something for everyone at this event. Of course there are plenty of boats on display, both new and pre-owned available for purchase. Don't be surprised if you see a truck and boat with matching paint jobs, Not in the mood to look at boats- no problem! There is a variety of vendor tents for you browsing pleasure. I've seen boat shoes, tote bags, nautical decor, jewelry and more being sold. Make sure to show up to the show with an appetite. There are several delicious food trucks on site and plenty of tables and chairs for dining. There is also several outdoor bars to take care of all your drinking needs. If you are lucky- maybe you will hear one of the local bands up on the stage located near the main outdoor bar. Wasted away again in Margaritaville, anyone? The show isn't just outside and on the water. Make sure to head inside the South Shore Harbour Hotel to attend an educational workshop or seminar. If you are not in the mood to use a porta potty- use the nice clean restrooms located inside the hotel. Rain or shine the boat show must go on! Don't let a little rain keep you from attending. As for parking there is a couple of parking garages. If those fill there is a lot of available grass located across from the hotel. The South West International Boat Show is a great family-friendly event that I highly recommend checking out.