SA · North Haven, Outer Harbor, Largs North, Beverley, Royal Park, Wingfield and surrounds
Adelaide's newest marina (4.8 stars) at Alexa Rd, North Haven - well-protected marina berths with deep, wide fairways, power and water, no membership fees, a beautiful customer lounge, showers and laundry and 24/7 CCTV. A friendly liveaboard community praised as outstanding value, tucked in with no swell even in 35kn winds.
North Haven brokerage (Rob) at Alexa Rd, part of the 38 South Boat Sales network. Sellers report very fast sales after listing, with hands-on preparation and marketing. NOTE: mixed reviews (4.0) including a complaint from a first-time buyer about vessel condition - verify carefully.
Marine mechanics (Dennis and team) at West Beach near Adelaide Shores marina - honest, skilled outboard servicing and repairs, and a handy stockist of marine parts.
Wooden and modern timber boat specialists (Troy and team; 4.8 stars) at the Royal SA Yacht Squadron, Outer Harbor. Deep practical knowledge of traditional and modern wooden boats - building, restoration, teak decks and inlays, custom joinery and fit-outs - with fair pricing and a strong, generous work ethic.
Mobile Adelaide yacht rigger (AYR - Doug Gladman), a CYCSA registered contractor based at Port Adelaide. New rigging and repairs, rigging inspection reports, spar work (new spars, boom vangs, spinnaker poles), lifelines, mast raising/lowering, rig tuning and rig packing for transport - servicing Adelaide metro plus Port Lincoln, Whyalla and the South East.
Family-owned Adelaide marine upholsterer (Heinz and son Errol; 60+ years' combined experience; 5 stars) at Lonsdale - canopies, biminis, tow covers, boat seating and leatherwork, servicing Adelaide, the Fleurieu, Riverland and country SA, with canvas known to last a decade-plus and genuine care for customers' boats.
Port Adelaide (Largs North dockyard) marine business (Arno and Andrew) with many years' loyal following for genuine, well-priced outboard servicing, repairs and parts.
Adelaide marine and rigging business (Shane, Sandy and team; 4.5 stars) at Somerton Park with an experienced rigging and manufacturing department - standing and running rigging, custom spars and fittings, roll swaging and a mobile rigging trailer for on-site swaging, alongside a well-stocked dinghy, foiling and watersports store.
Long-standing Adelaide marine store (Shane, Sandy and team; 4.5 stars over 85 reviews) at Byre Ave, Somerton Park - chandlery hardware and fittings, rigging and furling gear, and sailing/foiling and Hobie/dinghy equipment, with friendly, knowledgeable service, special orders and even survey-inspection help. A well-established southern-Adelaide chandler.
Adelaide sailmaker and rigging specialists (Luke and team; 4.6 stars) at Outer Harbor, describing themselves as Adelaide's yacht rigging experts - standing and running rigging, Dyneema and wire re-rigs, rig checks and reviews, and furler/bowsprit installs (sourcing from Arcus Wire, Allyacht Spars, Ronstan, Harken and Wichard), alongside full sailmaking.
Adelaide sailmaker and rigging specialists (Luke, Anne and team; 4.6 stars) at Outer Harbor - made all the sails for Coconut in the 2018 Golden Globe Race (157 days non-stop, all sails still race-ready on arrival). New cruising, offshore and racing sails, repairs and recuts, plus rig reviews, running rigging and bowsprit/furling installs. (Also listed under Riggers for its rigging arm.)
Long-established southern Adelaide dealership (Brad, Mitch and Rob) at Lonsdale - NorthBank and Caribbean boats, plus boat building, servicing, rigging and full electrical fit-outs.
Adelaide auto and marine upholsterer (Phil and team; 4.6 stars over 45 reviews) at Wingfield - boat clears, biminis, seat re-upholstery, jetski seats and full boat re-trims, with quick turnaround and good value. NOTE: mostly strong but one complaint about material mismatch/finish - confirm materials and spec in writing.
Port River (Largs North dockyard) business (James and team) - Takacat inflatable dealer plus fibreglass and gelcoat repairs, keel work, sandblasting and epoxy recoats, including insurance repairs.
Long-established Adelaide marine electrical, electronics and rigging specialists (Peter Sheridan; est. 2006; Garmin authorised dealer). Mobile team working the CYCSA (North Haven), RSAYS (Outer Harbor) and Holdfast Shores marinas - AC/DC power systems, electronics and comms, lighting, and complete refit project management for leisure, racing, fishing and commercial vessels.
Adelaide sail loft and marine trimming business at Old Port Rd, Royal Park, whose head sailmaker did his apprenticeship and honed his craft over 15+ years with Alegayter Sails. Designs and manufactures quality custom racing and cruising sails (customers cite big speed gains), plus repairs, sail design and canvas, serving national and international customers.
North Haven marine business (Rob Robinson, Graham and team) located right on the marina at Alexa Rd - boat and marina berth brokerage (closely associated with the 38 South network), plus marina repairs and maintenance by qualified tradesmen and a marine parts/battery range. Sellers note Rob's extensive network and multi-site advertising get results after other agents have failed. NOTE: mixed reviews (3.7) including complaints about undelivered pre-sale repairs - verify carefully.
Glenelg marina (4.3 stars) at Holdfast Promenade - sheltered marina berths in the heart of the Holdfast Shores precinct, lined with restaurants and bars and steps from Glenelg Beach. A convenient, scenic berthing spot on Adelaide's coast.
Ridgehaven marine mechanic (Leigh) with old-school service and a big reputation for tidy repowers, rigging, hydraulic steering and electrical - quality outboard work done right.
Adelaide licensed marine surveyor (Bill; 5 stars over 11 reviews) based at Aberfoyle Park - thorough, professional pre-purchase and insurance surveys with detailed reporting and follow-up inspections, trusted by interstate buyers and known for working in with brokers.
North Plympton marine mechanics (Mike and team) handling outboard servicing, injector work and installs, with strong Suzuki knowledge and a large parts range.
Established Adelaide custom boat builder at Lonsdale (est. 1999; designer Marko Bacic; 5 stars) - top-end designers and builders of specialised custom aluminium vessels engineered for extreme South Australian conditions, Australian-made with strong sea-keeping, plus repairs.
One of South Australia's largest marinas (4.6 stars over 80 reviews) at Gowrie Dr, North Haven - extensive marina berths and swing moorings with boat ramp and hardstand access, a picturesque, secure base at the mouth of the Port River and the gateway to Gulf St Vincent.
Gem of an independent chandlery (Rob, Mandy and crew, 'Brucie's'; 4.8 stars) at Alexa Rd, North Haven - marine hardware and fittings plus some general hardware and quality second-hand gear, at competitive prices, right by the marina. Genuinely knowledgeable, friendly owners who'll guide you to the right product and order in what's not in stock.
Long-standing Adelaide boat (and RV) dealership (4.4 stars over 144 reviews) at Tapleys Hill Rd, Royal Park - authorised Quintrex and Haines dealer with Honda and Mercury outboards, finance and insurance, and a well-regarded long-term service department (Garry, Mitch). Praised for trusted, no-pressure service and beach-launch-suitable recommendations. NOTE: a couple of reviews mention brusque front-desk/owner interactions; otherwise strong.
Established Adelaide auto and marine electrical business (Beverley; 300+ reviews) offering a mobile boat-electrical service plus workshop - diagnostics, battery and charging systems, wiring and repairs, coming to your boat or trailer.
Adelaide boatyard and detailer (James and team, trading as Dockyard Services / Port River Marine; 4.6 stars over 24 reviews) at Largs North - cut/polish and detailing, fibreglass and gelcoat repair, antifoul and keel work, plus insurance repairs and Takacat tenders. Exceptional service and after-sales support. (Also listed under Shipwrights.)
Adelaide boatyard and shipwright (James and team, trading as Dockyard Services / Port River Marine; 4.6 stars over 24 reviews) at Largs North - travel lift and hardstand haul-out with fibreglass, gelcoat and keel work, sandblasting and epoxy recoating, antifoul and insurance repairs, plus Takacat tenders. Exceptional service and after-sales support. (Also listed under Shipwrights and Detailing.)
Riviera dealership at Holdfast Shores marina, Glenelg, offering new and pre-owned luxury cruiser sales, servicing and factory-backed support.
Holden Hill marine workshop (Simon and son) offering knowledgeable, reasonably priced outboard servicing, diagnostics and repairs across all makes.
South Australia's premier yacht club (est. 1869; 4.5 stars over 270 reviews) at Victoria Rd, Outer Harbor - marina berths, a hardstand and travel-lift yard and visitor berthing, with a sailing academy and a club restaurant open to the public overlooking the marina. The Gulf St Vincent racing and cruising hub.
Port Adelaide boat sales and brokerage (Mark and Heidi) on Shipwright Road, with deep product knowledge, pre-purchase support and test runs to make buying comfortable.
Lonsdale outboard specialist (Chris), highly rated for honest, well-priced servicing and repairs and a real strength with Evinrude E-TEC engines.
Adelaide marine surveyors (Bradley and team; 4.8 stars) at Largs North near North Haven - pre-purchase, insurance and valuation surveys with mind-bogglingly thorough inspections, clear reports and genuine follow-up advice, highly rated across power and sail.
Port Adelaide marine engineers (Paul Webb and team) specialising in Yanmar diesel and ONAN generators, with full engine, shaft and propeller installs and long-standing service for larger cruisers.