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.

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!!

Jeremiah was awesome! His customer service was out of this world. He even delivers the jet ski…read moreright out to the beach where you are set up for the day and everything and then comes backs and picks it up from the same spot! Has all sizes inclusive life vests. And not to mention the cheapest deposits and all around costs! Ten outta Ten would recommend to anyone and everyone out there !

Had an amazing experience out on the river with the Jetboat team. We live in Portland see these…read moreboats go by every single day, and figured it was time to give it a try ourselves. I'm happy we did. Our driver Doug was fantastic and mixed in the perfect amount of education, fun, and humor into his talk track. I learned some things about Portland that I wasn't ever aware of! Would definitely recommend doing this on a HOT day as you will definitely get wet. We went out in a 90+ degree day, and thus the water spray was cool and refreshing. In lower temps I can assure that you will likely get cold given the speed of the boat and temp of the water. First couple rows, you'll likely get soaked, so sit towards the back if you want to avoid that.

Aton of fun !! Definitely be prepared to be soaked to bone shorts are better. Bring hair brush lol…read more. Great narration about Portlands ship and river influence. Don't forget to tip your captain !!

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 .

This is a pretty cool spot to buy local gear in a very central location. The staff is always very…read morefriendly and accommodating. There is no dedicated parking, so finding a spot to park can be challenging at times. There are also a lot of unhoused people in the adjacent neighborhood. There is a lot of stuff here! It's actually a little overwhelming to try to navigate the store because there are literally racks and shelves of stuff everywhere. So Probably not the best place if you get claustrophobic easily. My favorite part about this place is definitely the bargain basement. You can sell your stuff, find good deals, and even rent ski and snowboard equipment! This place is basically a local REI with the chance to sell used equipment and score a good deal in in their bargain area. Check it out if you have a chance.

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!

We had so much fun! Great location and piece of cake getting in the water! I'm a complete novice…read morebut it wasn't the least bit intimidating. From start to finish, including making reservations. It was seamless and I look forward to my next visit!

we were at Timber Park for the first time recently and rented a youth paddle board and a kayak. It…read morewas a little annoying to have to book everything online, and it wouldn't allow me to book the youth paddle board & the kayak in the same transaction. However, the young male employee was very helpful and took a lot of time with me. Rates seemed reasonable.

I took the Ridgefield Bachelor Island Circumnavigation Class…read more Overall, I would really give it 4/5 stars, but here I gave it 5 stars because I felt the 4 was really too subjective and I did not have enough objectivity to my reasoning. It was really a personal preference, as stated below. The instructor/guide, Peggy, was great! She was knowledgeable, helpful, funny, and catered the class to us (all 2 of us! well, 3 if you count my service dog!) What I got out of it? I got a lot of practice on my paddling. Peggy was great in making me learn my body the whats and whys of what I was doing wrong, which, is a much better way of learning than just being told. She guided me to the answer, but I still had to figure it out, which I did, and I now am more able to correct my own errors. Whenever there is a disabled person is a class, and one with a service dog, it can stress others out. Peggy handled it like a pro - as if she dealt with this all the time (and I know she doesn't!) It was welcoming and comforting to know how well we were going to be taken care of. So why did I give it 4 stars and not 5? Completely, 100%, subjective opinion. Boring. This is not a route I would take on my own, nor would I take the class again, mainly because there isn't a whole lot to see. For working on kayaking skills it's a 5/5. Making it an exciting adventure, a 4/5. This has nothing to do with the instructor (she did a great job, and I learned about the island, about wire dams, etc). It's more that it is just not something I would want to repeat. Would I recommend it? Yes! it is a great class after the beginner skills class, because you really have to work on all of the skills. Overall, Alder Creek has been great to work with and I can't wait for my next class (in 2 weeks!)

Shamus and Erik were outstandingly helpful when it came time to put our kayaks in the river. What…read morean excellent staff to launch our water sports day. Located in Tomahawk Island, this rental company is nestled in between marinas and makes kayaking in the river community I retesting easy and fun. Lunch after at the Island Cafe. We were set! Highly recommend!