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Captain's Marine is incredible to work with. I talked to Kay in sales about a month ago while seeking a Mastercraft NXT. We talked, texted and emailed about options and features needed and new vs used. I wanted a boat that would both ski and surf, two features that are often at odds with each other in a boat. She called pro skiers that she knows to ask about wakes of the boats I had narrowed it down to (NXT 21, 22 or 23). She found videos of wakes. We also did a test drive to ensure the wake would work for my needs. She's transparent, kind, helpful, responsive and a good human. I appreciate that she wanted to help find the right boat, not just jam me into something. It was a wonderful experience. We are so happy with the boat we purchased, the NXT 23. It can trim out to good skiing levels as well as great surf. Very much looking forward to this summer. Thank you, Captain's and Kay!

Rey

Over the past eight years, I’ve worked with dealerships across the country ordering parts for marine engines, and I can confidently say that Captain’s Marine sets a new standard for customer service. Their professionalism, friendliness, quick turnaround, and approachable team make every interaction effortless. Captain’s Marine truly stands out in this industry, and I applaud them for their exceptional commitment to excellence.

Josh K

This is the place to buy your boat! From the minute we stepped inside, everything was first class. Our salesman was great, educated us about pontoon boats and South Bay, no pressure and very honest. Was such an easy process. No surprises at all. Then he brought the boat to our marina slip- took us out to show us all the bells and whistles and answered any questions and gave us great advice and tips. We just had Ron come back to our slip and take our boat out, and he drove it to storage. We will have detailing done, winterization, anything we need. Ron was amazing! We had the best summer on Flathead Lake thanks to Ron and Captains Marine! Ty so much!

Sandra G

Purchased a brand new pontoon last year and traded in this year for a 10 year old Mastercraft. They gave us an amazing deal. We specifically went back to Captains Marine because of their wonderful customer service and willingness to make everything perfect and the customer happy. Have never worked with such an amazing locally-owned business. Nothing to complain about whatsoever! The owner, Randell, is the most kind, helpful, knowledgeable, and just all around awesome guy and we are proud to give our business to him. We can’t say enough good things about Captains Marine, Randell, and all of the amazing staff and techs. THANK YOU Captains Marine!!

Alexsis K

We didn't know we were buying a boat when we walked in the door but we left with a beautiful Lund at the end of the day and couldn't be happier! Kay greeted us with a friendly, no pressure demeanor which I really appreciated. She walked us through what was available within our budget and throughout the entire process explained everything. She is amazing and made the experience so delightful! Even though we live 6 hours away, Captains Marine and Kay will be our go to Lund servicers and would HIGHLY recommend them to anyone in the boat world!

Cheri B

Definitely would recommend Captain’s Marine. They managed to make an unfortunate situation an extremely positive one. I had originally purchased a 2024 Lund Impact, but upon going to pick it up, an accident occurred that caused damage to the boat. The owner came out and was very apologetic and offered to make a deal on a nicer boat instead. I ultimately ended up leaving with an upgraded Lund Crossover that was a foot longer had a bigger motor, upgraded trailer, and an overall nicer package for roughly the same price which was a fantastic deal. Accidents happen, but its how someone reacts that allows you to really judge their character and Captain’s Marine went out of there way to make it right.

Brian

Purchased a new Weldcraft from Captain’s earlier this year. I had been shopping around for a fishing boat for a while and had a lot of questions and concerns about such a large purchase. The staff were very patient and helpful throughout the entire process and I never felt pressured. I had a warranty issue with the windshield in my boat and they sent a service employee 60 miles to my residence to pick the boat up. They had the glass replaced and my boat back to me within two days. Other than that the boat has been amazing and everything I ever wanted in a fishing boat. The customer service is top notch and they still check in with me from time to time to see how things are going which I appreciate. They care about their customers and it shows. I would highly recommend Captain’s Marine to anyone looking to purchase a boat. Thanks Mitch and Kay for a headache free buying experience.

Britton S

I had an engine fuel issue, and leaned on captain Marine’s service crew to get me fixed soon enough for a family reunion. Jarrod Kramer got it in and out in two days, small problems taken care of. Excellence service department! Thank you!

Dale S

Went above and beyond the call of duty and assisted me with the launch and docking of my boat. He and his team are focused on customer service, care and satisfaction. Could not say enough to Randall and his team at Captains Marine!

Eric F

Top-Notch Service from Captain's Marine! I recently had the pleasure of working with Captain's Marine, and I couldn't be more impressed with their service! They went above and beyond to ensure a smooth and positive experience, even with a challenge. Here's what truly stood out: Friendly and Attentive Service: Even though Dusty was on a crutch, his kindness and attentiveness shone through. Going the Extra Mile: Despite the potential limitations of not being able to get our boat to Captain's Marine Mike was very communicative and helped me trouble shoot via text. Their dedication to customer service never faltered. They truly embodied the spirit of going the extra mile. Overall, Captain's Marine's exceptional service, particularly Dusty and Mike's positive attitude and helpfulness, made a very positive impression. I highly recommend them to anyone in the Flathead area!

Rachael P

Captain's Marine did a great job with my recent new boat purchase. The owner and employees provided friendly, personalized, low-pressure sales that helped me get the boat I wanted. Captain's Marine is the best local boat dealer I worked with by far and I recommend visiting them if you are in the market for a boat or just need service.

Rob H

My Cobalt R8 had a steering linkage recall so Captain's was my local dealer authorized to make the repair. I reached out a couple months ago and set up an appointment for early spring. Mike, Jarrod and Dusty were great. Excellent communication throughout the whole process including the ordering of the part, arrival of the part and scheduling. Much to my delight, the repair only took a half day to complete so I was able to drop off and pick up on the same day. I will be taking my Cobalt to Captain's Marine in the future for maintenance, etc... and I highly recommend these guys!

Mike B

We always choose Captains when we need supplies. The owner earned my respect BIG TIME when he mailed me a check for my fuel costs after the salesman didn't want to pay for it after implying he would during our talks. That's honorable and I live by that same ethic.

Michael B

Captains Marine. Clean, local, well staffed. My wife bought me a boat a gift, sight unseen by me. Kay was her contact. I now have an absolutely beautiful Lund 1650 angler. Their custom shop "Lowitz" did a phenomenal job on my custom top. Dave was the craftsman. There were a few small issues on the way to delivery, not to be unexpected. What Captains delivered was perfection, it's what I asked for. I couldn't recommend the dealership, there staff or Kay any higher. They satisfied me, and I'm a difficult customer. Spend your time here, as I will for any future needs.

Eric M

I came to Captain's Marine (CM) a few years back looking for parts and a different customer experience. I was pleasantly surprised and felt very good about the way I was helped. I knew that if and when we were ready to buy another boat I would stop in and consider a purchase with CM. Last summer I stopped by to look at pontoon boats and had the good fortune to talk with the owner. He gave me some insightful advice and suggested I come by in the fall for a good deal. Recently my partner and I stopped in and we're met by Kay, the head of sales. Wow, Kay is a very knowledgeable regarding products and a most delightful person. She sat down with us and helped us to determine what kind of watercraft would satisfy our needs. She's not pushy, listens carefully and it was easy to pull out the checkbook :-). We found there was a last year's model that fit our needs and our budget. We were offered fair trade in on our Regal 21 OBX 200hp.At any rate, we found it easy to develop trust when working with Kay. It is easy to recommend CM and Kay without reservations.

Dennis K

I'm a rookie boater, so was looking for some professional advice with choosing the right boat. Captains Marine was extremely helpful and Casey ( my sales guy ) was responsible for my best experience in making a major purchase. A 5 star gentleman working for a 5 star outfit. Much thanks.

Ron W

We were pleased with our experience at Captain’s Marine. Kay Martin was knowledgeable extremely helpful and she went above and beyond to make our experience very positive. Thank you Kay!

Janet S

I highly recommend Captain’s Marine. I had an excellent experience with Kay Martin from start to finish on a used boat purchase. She was honest, patient, professional, answered all of my questions, and walked me through every aspect of the purchase process. She also went the extra mile on the inspection and delivery. I bought the boat from out of state, sight unseen, and it was exactly as promised when I received it. I would do business with Captain’s and Kay specifically on my next boat purchase.

Lindsay D

Found this listing on FB marketplace & purchased it remotely. Casey’s communication was amazing. Water delivery was delightful & they had all the paperwork dialed in and ready to go. If you are looking for a dealer that looks after their clients, look no further than Captain’s Marine!

Tom S

My wife and I visited Captain's Marine because their service center had treated us well in the past. This visit our sales representative, Casey, was very professional and polite. After he assessed our situation, he recommended a couple boats that were within our price range. I highly recommend if you’re looking for a new or used boat, stop by Captain's Marine. I don’t think that you will be disappointed. Thanks, Steve

Steve W

Casey was great to work with. He listened to what I wanted, showed me what thought would best work for me, then showed me alternatives. After discussing the pros and cons of the options, I settled on his first recommendation. It still wasn't 100% and Randell was great to work with on customization.

Mike P

If you are even thinking about buying a boat or jet ski Captain's Marine in Kalispell is the place to do it...such a quick and easy process and Casey Klunder was so helpful and kind and all around made the experience fun and memorable thank you so much guys for helping make our family's dreams come true!!

Eric R

Super awesome place to buy a boat from! Not only was the buying process super quick and easy, was able to fill out all the financing at home, and they took the boat out with us to show my husband and I how everything worked, which was great for me as I have very little experience with boats but I've always dreamed of owning one. Our family can't thank Casey Klunder enough for making the experience quick, easy and answer any ridiculous questions I had. Thank you Captains Marine!

Dakota R

Kay Martin was efficient, knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.

Marlene R