Why did i wait so long to do this? – Seven years ago i looked at the concept that is now Pacific Boating. It was called something else then, but [name removed] was the guy running it then as he is now. There is nothing better than doing a bit of due diligence but this may have been taking it a bit far. To be perfectly honest i was travelling a lot and did not have the time to enjoy it. This is a terrible excuse and how i regret it now.

I joined Pacific Boating at the Sydney Boat show 2011 and can honestly say it is one of the best decisions i have made for years. From the original explanations of the membership, the no hard sell attitude of the staff to now the experience of boating on Sydney Harbour, Pacific Boating can not be faulted. I looked into boat share, boat purchase, other clubs and although it took me seven years i came back to Pacific Boating.

The training by [name removed] is fantastic. Must be good as i have been out twice now and have not hit a thing or lost anyone overboard.

The service when you pick up the boat and drop it off at the end of the day is courteous, helpful and yes they are very patient. Despite taking a few goes to park the 10 ton 37 ft cruiser they still complimented me on the parking.

The best part of taking out a boat membership with Pacific Boating is that you do not need to talk about it with friends. When you ask them to come out for the day and they think you have a small tinny, it is quite impressive when they rock up at the wharf and you have valet service onto a really comfortable and well maintained boat.

Many people mock customer service these days and i could name many times that i have received absolutely crap service. This is definitely not one of them. Everyone seems to really enjoy their job, i can understand why!!

I can say no more except, try it! Service, service service. When you get everything that is promised plus more there is nothing more i can say. [name removed] should have persuaded me to do this sooner