Absolutely 5 star experience with the Trusty family. Knowledgeable and friendly. The demo day was important to us as newbies. This area has so many places to kayak with year round kayak weather, why not get into it! Highly recommend Trusty. Post covid customer service is not missing here!! They’re great people and any community worth living in is worth doing business in. Don’t buy big box or Amazon……buy from people like Trusty Sail and Paddle.

- Jeffrey Shingelton

I actually live up in Virginia, but unfortunately there were no places to demo kayaks around me. I initially intended to demo a kayak here on a trip and purchase up near me if I liked it. However after meeting Andrew and getting to talk with him, he was professional, knowledgeable, and all around fantastic to work with. Unlike some other places I had visited, he is friendly no matter your experience/skill level. Andrew was flexible with the rental hours based on our availability and schedule. I learned a ton and settled on the kayak I will be purchasing, and will be making the 4 hour trek specifically to buy from him. In a world and time where big box stores and online sales have choked out the competition, Trusty Sail and Paddle sets a real example of why we need local shops!

-Andrew Freeman

We had an exceptional experience buying our Topaz Argo from Trusty Sail and Paddle in Morehead City. Heather and Andrew are fantastic! They helped us every step of the way. We will definitely be going to them for all of our water sport supplies!

-Dee Stephens

Andrew and Heather are amazing. They have a really cool store with a solid selection of inventory. They’re incredibly helpful and knowledgeable about all facets of sailing and kayaking. I highly recommend this business for anyone looking for a blast on the water sailing or tooling around in your new kayak!!

-John Barnette

Over last year I have been shopping & comparing pedal kayaks. Being a newbie to the hobby I called Trusty Sail & Paddle about what makes & models that they sold, a young lady was helpful, inviting me to see what they had in the showroom. A two hour drive to Morehead City was productive. They walked me though the models, was interested in how I thought I'd use the kayak & gave their experienced opinion. After spending nearly 2 hours, comparing models, meeting the owners, left without a purchase. 20 minutes west of Morehead City, I turned around and purchased a Old Town pdl 120 salty. 6/5 experience, Trusty is now my go-to shop, worth the drive, best prices, welcoming & expert advice.

-Rachelle Holloway

- Dave Orskey

Purchased a sail boat through Trusty Sail and Paddle. Heather and Andrew are absolutely amazing. Their knowledge and customer service went beyond anything I could have expected. I am grateful to have met them.

-William Cobb

Really appreciate Trusty Sail and Paddle. It's rare nowadays to find a business that is passionate about what they do, and isn't just about the money. I look forward to my next visit!

-Dan Cruz