Testimonials
Here's what our loyal customers have to say about their experience with Schock Boats:
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Grady Whites are the best small boat out there! I'm a second time Grady owner and they are the best. Rigid hull, no lack of storage space, they even kept the bait alive for the ride to Catalina. The Grady Fisherman 236 is designed for a single 300 Yamaha. The swim step is integrated into the hull and not a bolt on. So no waste of space. The guys at Schock are the best on the West Coast! As a merchant marine officer I know a good boat when I see it. The Fisherman 236 is a beast of a machine!
- Jon B., January 20, 2021
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What a great find this business is! Steve and Ruth are the most genuine and thorough people you will ever meet. It’s difficult finding the right boat these days because of the many custom options and models. Their old school charm and knowledge makes purchasing a new boat effortless. Happy and safe boating!
- Giovanni O., August 19, 2020
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In today's world it is hard to find good service! Those diamonds in the hay!!! Well the staff at Shock Boats are definitely the diamonds!!! The service we had was top of the line!! Endless kindness, patience, and selflessness!!
I highly recommend contacting Schock Boats for any service needs!
- Mindy B., July 25, 2020
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I have owned a total of 7 different boats over my last 44 years of boating. I started out with lake boating and have been doing ocean boating for the past 12 years. The Grady White 306 Canyon is the BEST boat I have owned. If you want a dry boat in wind and chop, then GW is your boat. The hull is amazing with handling the swells and wind chop. The center console version is very versatile and allows people to move about the boat with out stepping on one another. Love GW Boats!
- Jim B., May 21, 2020
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Truly a family run business, where the family still shows up to work! My family and I had the recent pleasure to buy a used boat there at Shock Boats. Our experience was nothing short of amazing! Their customer service is outstanding, as we were made to feel comfortable during every step of our purchase and delivery. Steve and Ruth run a great business, from Gary and Jay in sales, Carlos who took us through our new boat and assured everything was in working order, to Jeff and Steve in the parts and service area. All were attentive to our needs and seemed genuinely appreciative of our business. Couldn't recommend them more highly.
- Michael O., July, 2018
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Just wanted to let you know that our first trip in the new Grady was a rousing success. What a wonderful boat. Far superior to our old Skipjack in every way. Love the twin engines. So much more slow speed control while docking and maneuvering and so quiet. Thanks again for all your help in making it happen.
If you ever need someone to testify as to the Grady experience, I'm your guy!
- Paul R., February 2018
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Just got my boat back from Schock Boats from getting my bottom painted, new electronics and more accessories. I decided to have them do the work after I had met Steve Schock at a friends bbq. I went with them because Steve seemed very knowledgeable and friendly. Well the entire team is very knowledgeable and friendly! They always were very helpful and willing to make me happy ( which is not always easy ). I will definitely be back when I need or want more work done. I recommend them highly!
- Joe H., December 2017
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The best of the best for boat sales and service. Family run and operated for over 40 years in Newport. The Schock family runs a first class business that is family friendly. From boat sales to service, there is no one better. Gary Hess in sales is fantastic to work with. Great knowledge and a no pressure approach. The service team is top notch as well with George, Geoff, and Carlos. They take really great care of their customers. Look no farther than Schock.
- Gary V., June 2017
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This is my first experience at Schock Boats. In a word, these guys are awesome. Great service, fabulous communication regarding their work. There service manager George is the best! Thanks guys. You rock!
- Kevin R., April 2017
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I can't say enough good things about Schock Boats. I moved to an Island in Newport Harbor 2 years ago and was looking at purchasing a nice harbor cruiser for the family which could be both Duffy-like for harbor cruises and a fishing boat for off-shore and good-weather Catalina crossings. I asked all my fellow Newport Harbor friends and neighbors and one name kept coming up: Schock Boats. Upon my first visit, Gary Hess immediately commenced teaching me everything I needed to know about power boats. I took a few weeks to make my decision but he patiently stood by while we asked question after question until ultimately - we pulled the trigger on a 19' boat which met all our needs.
It's been 2 years and we've literally used the boat on almost a daily basis in some capacity so we've been back to Schock for regular scheduled service and a couple of issues related to my Mercury outboard and lighting issues. Bottom line - they have been an absolute pleasure to deal with on every occasion. George and Jeff are about as awesome as they come when it comes to service. Having a boat is NOT cheap. They have at every turn tried to take the sting out the boat owning experience. Whether it's coming to the house to pick up the boat from our dock or giving me a coupon that I was unaware existed at service time they are always there and ready to serve. Everyone I encounter at Schock is the same and after 2 years of living on the water I can tell you that the Schock Boats name is always associated with unparalleled knowledge, fair prices and FANTASTIC service. They love boats, people and the water so their attitudes are not forced - it's just a natural tendency on their parts to spread their knowledge, make sure everyone's safe and enjoying their boating experiences.
I recommend Schock whether purchasing a boat or bringing yours in for service without hesitation. I look forward to using their services in the future whether for service or purchase of a new Grady White to upgrade my boat when the time comes.
- Neil S., March 2016