The sail couldn't have been more perfect.! The weather conditions were a top 10 day to be sailing…read more Lots of wind, puffy clouds and sunshine! Captain Mike was very accommodating and engaging ! The boat sailed beautifully and was very comfortable. We couldn't have been happier after our sail, so enjoyable! We highly recommend Captain Mike's charter. Return sailors, and we will be back!

Amazing boat trip with Captain Mike , we had an absolute blast . He was super informative and…read morereally professional . Lucky to have great weather . Super fun, well worth the money . Would highly recommend.

We had an amazing time on the pontoon. They took the time to answer all of our questions and…read morethoroughly explained everything we needed to know before heading out on the water. They showed us how to operate the boat safely, pointed out areas to avoid and even shared some fun spots and activities. The ride itself was smooth, fun, and relaxing. I will definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a great experience, and I'll be booking with them again.

Route 37 Watersports is easy to get to, but difficult to find. It's located next to the end of the…read morebridge on the Tom's River side (opposite Seaside). Your GPS will take you to the area and you'll see a restaurant, motel, lodgings, drive on circles... And probably stop to call for guidance. The office is the small blue building seen in my picture. There are really no signs anywhere. Plenty of parking though. I rented a Carolina Skiff, which is a 16' boat, ideal for crabbing or simple fishing in the area. It's a great value at $160 for 4 hours. Just realize that this won't be luxurious. It's more functional. The staff were helpful in getting us going. I have a boating license so we signed a couple papers and were on the water in no time. The skiff was supposed to have a bimini top, but it didn't. The guy who helped see us off told us it was ripped and they had no others. That was a disappointment as we'd bake under the sun without it. Anyway, we lasted a few hours on the water and the girl working in the office provided me with a partial refund to account for the missing Bimini. That earned them 5 stars here. You are required to keep the boat nearby and that's a challenge for fishing as the bay is quite shallow almost everywhere, except in the channel... And we can't parking a boat of this size in the middle of the channel. If you really wanna go out fishing, I suggest a charter boat. This skiff though would be great for a crabbing adventure.

We had a great "old school" crabbing trip today, and rented an 8 person boat for the day from…read moreBill's Boat Rental! They had everything we needed for crabbing with hand lines: a spacious and sturdy wooden boat with plenty of handles and tie-offs, a great size canopy for myself and our kids, a fair rental price for the day, helpful and pleasant staff who showed much appreciated initiative, and we even spoke to Bill for a while about the best spots to crab that day. He provided an easy-to-read map with notes on sand bars and other areas to avoid and general helpful boating instruction. We brought our own supplies, but they were at the ready to supply anything we needed or forgot. I will definitely go back to Bill's for future trips! Top notch service! Btw, their location is good too, with a beautiful community playground for the littles and Stewart's restaurant in the same spot!

Great day at Bill's Boats, helpful workers, thorough explanation of operating the boat and where to…read morego to crab. Rented everything I needed from Bill to spend a whole day crabbing. The canopy on the boat was helpful, it was a sunny day. There's free parking and a Stewart's restaurant next door. They just built a new playground for kids on the beach and a bathroom. A great alternative to the boardwalk. I love the vibe at Bill's, it reminds me of when I was a kid.

One of the Best Sailing Experiences of My Life!…read more I had the most fantastic experience sailing on the Jersey Shore's Barnegat Bay on a beautiful September day. The "Steph-Er-Laur" is a Beneteau 32-foot sloop owned by sailboat charter company "A Day On The Bay." The tour departs from The Inn at Rivers Edge Marina, 223 East Lacey Rd. Forked River, NJ 08731 with easy access from the Garden State Parkway Exit 74. The sailing vessel has plenty of cockpit space and foredeck for relaxing while you sit back and take in the sights and beauty of the best sailing area that Barnegat Bay has to offer, including the Barnegat Lighthouse. This trip brought back so many beautiful memories for me since I sailed my pram sailboat, "Little Dipper," here as a child. The weather was perfect, and I had an outstanding time sailing with Captain Warren and his wife, Andi, who served as the "First Mate." I was a lieutenant with the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary for 14 years and was impressed that Captain Warren went over the safety features of the boat and our trip before we left the dock. As a current university professor, I give Captain Warren an "A+" for sharing this important information first. I was also impressed that the sailboat was inspected and certified for safety by the US Coast Guard and that Captain Warren, is a United States Coast Guard Licensed Captain. A fellow passenger, Donna, was on the trip for a sailing lesson. Captain Warren is a terrific instructor, and I learned a few new things myself! Barnegat Bay is a very safe place to learn how to sail and enjoy the loveliness of the experience. The feeling is hard to describe as the sails catch the wind and the sloop gently heals over. Cold water and light snacks were offered, including a large and very clean bathroom or "head" as they are known on sailing vessels. I enjoyed the opportunity to take the helm and benefited from the Captain's extensive experience with wind, surf, and sail. I can't thank "A Day on the Bay" enough for a wonderful experience! Dr. Jim Brown

What a great evening. We decided to see if we could get a last minute trip for my birthday. I…read morecalled Cpt. Warren just two days before and he was able to accommodate my wife and me for a sunset sail. Cpt Warren and his wife Andy are a warm, outgoing couple who truly love sailing and their passengers. We were treated like longtime friends. The cruise itself was a bit over 3 hours, we got a n opportunity to steer the boat, and were treated to a spectacular sunset. It's obvious these two truly love sailing because there was no set duration, no "We'll be back at the dock by 8." They wanted us to share in their passion for sailing and relax and enjoy the whole experience. Nothing was rushed. We've taken more of these types of sails than I can count, and this is by far the most enjoyable, relaxing, and best value for our money, we've found. Cpt Warren and Andy are highly recommended, without reservation. Give them a call, you won't be disappointed.

This was such an amazing experience!! I bought this deal off of Groupon which had expired since I…read morebought it in the winter time but the owner still allowed me to accept the voucher and use it at a later time whatever was convenient for me. The owner is Captain Hess, he is extremely accommodating, friendly, experienced and a great sailor!! Capt Hess gives out directions, instructions and words to study before coming to sail just so you have basic knowledge of some key words that are used while sailing. I really walked into this not know what it would be like. Capt Hess walks you through absolutely everything. Some times I would get scared but he was extremely comfortable and would put us at ease because he knew exactly what to do. I learned so much about sailing and I would love to do it again!! We learned so much and really credit sailors because it is a lot of work! A lot of science goes into this, balance, strength and patience. Loved it!! He has water available if you don't have or forget. He also allowed small snacks on board. Don't forget to wear closed shoes and apply sunscreen before your sail! I would recommended everyone to try this!!

Fantastic! My hubby & I went on an excursion with Captain Eric via Jersey Shore Sailing a few weeks…read moreago. We used a Groupon, which was a great deal. We took a sunset sail, which was so amazing! Eric is a fun & friendly guide and he teaches guests how to take the wheel. It was a relaxing and enjoyable way to enjoy the Toms River at sunset! We highly recommend it!

Wonderful time sailing in a beautiful place on sunset cruise with hubby. We had a magical…read moreexperience.

I booked a cruise for my husband's birthday. We brought our three daughters and had the best time…read morewith Capt. Mike on the Margarita. Mike and Audrey had a birthday banner set up for my husband. We were greeted by Audrey as soon as we got to the marina. It was a perfect day. We all enjoyed talking to Capt. Mike and being introduced to sailing. It was the first time any of us have ever been on a sailboat - and won't be the last. I will be recommending a cruise to everyone and most definitely go Back to Barnegat Bay Sailing School

I hired GLPM to conduct a mechanical survey and sea trial for a pre-purchase inspection in March of…read more2017 on a used boat with dual engines. I spoke with their head mechanic for 30 or so minutes and was quickly impressed by knowledge and skill, in addition he had worked on this boat in the past and knew its history. I made arrangements to have the boat moved to their marina and to conduct the tests for both compression, leak down and a sea trial. A few days later i received a very high level report and called to review with their office manager. Their findings were the engines were healthy and like new. both compression and leak down were well within normal and almost looked good in their summary. They found no other issues during their checks. Happy with the news, and other inspection results, I purchased the boat, arranged for shipment with the help of GLPM and settled my debts. two weeks later, we launched her into its new home in Seattle. After a thorough inspection, i started it up. This is where is all fell apart! The port engine was pumping blue smoke and the starboard engine was hard starting. I called GLPM - and they basically dismissed me as i was wrong and there is nothing they can do wrong. in the end they stopped returning calls and emails. A year later and several thousand dollars invested in diagnostics, here are the findings. 1. the starboard engine had a dead fuel injector and was causing the engine to run rich and rough. 2. port engine lower half is bad, after repeating the mechanical tests, and doing a second leak down test there are three cylinders well beyond tolerance and therefore suggesting an long block replacement. Oil rings are worn, only way to fix is to replace or rebuild. Not easy or cheap. 3. depth sensor leak at through hull fitting, had to haul out the boat, remove, re-glass, re-drill and reinstall. These items were not sudden or onset by transport. These guys clearly didn't do their job, or were covering for a local owner. My advice, don't trust these guys, I got duped by them, don't you!

BEST establishment for fun rentals and more!…read more The value is better than any other similar business on the Jersey Shore! The prices are so affordable in comparison to any similar place in the area. Also, the employees are very helpful and I could not ask for anything more. There is something fun for customers of any age at Pedals and Paddles and it will surely make your Seaside experience even better. Overall, Pedals and Paddles is something you have to fit in to your NJ vacation if your visiting the shore. If your from the area, it is the perfect place for hours of fun.

I called around to other kayak rental places and they weren't friendly, didn't have launch sites,…read moreetc. When I called here they had everything I was looking for and great customer service. such a positive experience

Friends of ours reserved a private tour for my wife's birthday. Such a wonderful experience!!!…read more Boat was decorated when we arrived. Captain Larry handed each of us a Hawaiian Leis as we boarded. It was so unique sitting at a floating bar with our adult beverages & snacks as we slowly cruised in and out of different parts of the bay. Weather was perfect. Captain Larry is Da Man! He played awesome music, was an excellent host & tour guide and just an all around laid back great guy who truly enjoys what he does. If you want a unique shore experience, we HIGHLY RECOMMEND Seaside Tiki Tours.

From the owner: Does your life feel like a constant cycle of work, sleep, repeat? If you want to shake things up,…read moreget a private boat ride with Seaside Tiki Tours in Seaside Heights, NJ. Your trusted captain will take you on a scenic journey while you cut loose with a cold drink in hand.

Great place. They have everything you need here. The owner Nick and his family are great people…read more All of the guys are always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more.

Bad experience with these guys, they had my boat for two months! I was charged 3 times more then…read morequoted, no communication while boat was getting fixed. And no warranties when job was done on there work, no paperwork or nothing!!! Please be cautious, i would not recommend!!!