Super Sports Marine is top of the line. That”s because of John Gerber. I’ve known John since 2010 when I bought a MacGregor sailboat. He has always been knowledgeable and helpful. It’s not just about sailboats and a great knowledge about them but a genuine desire to help with an issue. Can’t say enough about his professionalism and attitude when I’ve called with a question. Jerry
My wife and I are proud owners of a Macregor 26m a 2006 model, purchased through John Gerber (President) at Super Sport Marine. I am an Englishman and despite owning several boats in the United Kingdom, this is my first in the United States and purchasing her was an entirely different ball game. But John helped at each and every step, advising me as to the process of purchase, registering title and registration for use. His help and the help of others at Super Sport has made the acquisition almost stress free. The boat was delivered by road and Gary a representative of the company, took me through the entire boat from mast and sail erection, launching, recovery, and all aspects under motor and sail. The practical in depth demonstration under motor and under sail was without reference to the time or the distance he needed to travel back to base, and was delivered with incredible enthusiasm. Defects found at delivery have been rectified by the company without hesitation and quickly. I cannot recommend this company enough and should the need arise for me to sell my boat, it will be shipped back to Super Sport to sell, as I […]
Re: Recommended Dealers by Loefflerh Naples, Florida, September 1, 2008 I am a fan of John Gerber at Super Sport Marine as well and I am glad I choose him. From ordering the whole package to delivery up to solving problems thereafter I think I got the best possible support you can expect from a dealer – and he can always be reached on his cell. And he is one of the dealers who install bigger engines, I got the 70hp Suzuki for a good price. I can’t say anything about the other big dealers, I just know delivery would have cost me an arm and a leg with those to Naples Fl – and delivery and setup in front of my door was included in Johns price, and the driver was an employee of john. Well, I was 100% satisfied. Hansreprinted from http://www.macgregorsailors.com
Re: Recommended Dealers by John Christian Toledo Beach Marina, Lake Erie, September 1, 2008 Another vote for John Gerber and Super Sport. Very knowledgeable about every possible option you can have installed but not pushy and will give you an honest answer. As said before, they answer your phone calls and return e-mails. I ordered my 2007 while I was working in Guadalajara, Mx and I needed a dealer that could communicate via e-mail, surprisingly several took weeks to respond to my initial requests for information. John will deliver to your doorstop, rig your boat with you ( invaluable, I video taped mine) and take you sailing. I’m sure they’re are other great Mac dealers out there, and some may even support this board, I’m also sure they won’t do a better job than the guys at Super Sport Marine. JCreprinted from http://www.macgregorsailors.com
Re: Recommended Dealers by Bransher Central Florida, August 31, 2008 I had a good experience with John Gerber at Super Sport Marine in Kearney Nebraska. Before I ordered the boat, John made arrangements for me to go sailing on a 26M in St. Petersburg, Florida to see what I thought of it. When I purchased a boat, John’s people delivered it to my house and showed me how to rig it. We then went out on a local lake and sailed for a couple of hours. That gave me the opportunity to see that I had received everything that I ordered. I had contacted 4 dealers before deciding to go with Super Sport. One dealer ignored my phone call and email messages, another used the slick, fast talking approach reminiscent of a used car dealer which I loath. The 3rd dealer was located in the snowbelt, and I would have had to drive my old pickup with 200,000 miles and no snowtires up there in December to pick it up and tow home myself. So when John Gerber said he would deliver it to my front door in Florida at no charge, I was sold. It is important that you […]
March 2004 A bitterly cold and snowy Nebraska winter is always a good reason to head south to Florida, but this year my wife and I were especially anxious to go. We had suffered through the coldest and snowiest winter in 20 years in Lincoln, and the news of 80 degree days and gentle breezes on Anna Maria Island, Florida, our destination, made us want to get on the road as soon as possible. A day after I returned from a business trip to California, on February 3rd we pulled out of Lincoln with our brand-new MacGregor 26M in tow behind our V-8 Ford Explorer. I was somewhat concerned about towing a 26 ft sailboat 1500 miles from Lincoln, Nebraska, but my concern was not justified. The 26M towed beautifully at 65 mph, and we made it to our destination in 2 1?2 long days. We had made the same trip four years earlier, and had towed a Mac 26X. This trip was easier because the improved suspension of my 2002 Explorer reduced and nearly eliminated the buffeting of the eighteen wheelers as they sped by us. At times, I hardly new the boat was in tow. After we arrived […]
Greetings John, My wife Rose, and I, wish to thank you for your assistance and candid suggestions in helping us purchase, and equip, our 2002 Mac Gregor 26X sailboat. We had looked at other sailboats on the market, but felt they were limited to ‘sailing only,’ having fixed keels, and low horsepower motors. We wanted to experience more of the gamut ofwater activities available to boaters. Having exited the RV scene, we looked for a water craft that would allow us to live on the boat for short periods of time. For that, we needed something which would supply simple creature comforts. The Mac 26X with its bathroom, galley, and sleeping quarters provided the privacy and comfort we desired. Plenty of room for the two of us, and the occasional friends we entertain. Speaking of friends, on one outing, we invited friends who were afraid of water to sail with us. The wind turned out to be blowing 35 plus mph. So we did not sail that afternoon. Instead, we cruiseed around the lake using the 50 hp. Suzuki outboard for power. Our friends later confided that despite the 2 – 3 ft. waves we encountered, they felt perfectly safe […]
Dear John, First, let me say how excited both Bridget and I are to have our MacGregor 26X. Having a sailboat is a goal that I have had since I was a child and I want to thank you for helping me reach that goal. It truly is a beautiful boat and I very pleased with now that it is on the water and ready to sail. The boat has met all my expectations and your service has exceeded them. John, since we first met you, you have shown yourself to be a very helpful, kind and genuinely friendly person. It seems that it is difficult to find knowledgeable and honest salespeople these days. Frankly, once the sale is done, customer service seems to disappear. You have made it clear through your actions and your words that this is not the case with your operations. Not only are you very open and helpful with questions and requests (many of which are probably trivial and silly) you are obviously very expert at the art/science of sailing. And more importantly, you are very free with your knowledge. It’s obvious obvious that you enjoy teaching and watching people as they learn to sail. […]
Dear John, I am delighted to see two testimonials from MacGregor 26X owners on your web site. Since I have probably purchased more MacGregors from you than anyone else, I wish to add my testimonial to your site. I have sailed MacGregors for several years, and I will continue to do so far into the future. As you know, I am on my third MacGregor 26 in last last ten years. This is not because I wear them out; it is because you always whet my appetite to have the latest model. The first MacGregor you sold me was the 26 Classic, a boat that served me well for several years, but when the MacGregor 26X came out, I had to own the first one east of the Rockies. Of course, you were there to accommodate my desire to buy one of the new boats, and you made it easy for me to find the means to do so. I could not justify stepping up to the 26X until I sold the Classic 26. This was not a problem, because you found a buyer for the Classic. When the 26X arrived, both you and I were thrilled with its design […]
Timothy ***** wrote: I am interested in purchasing a 2000 MacGregor 26X. Is one dealer as good as another? I have gotten names and addresses of two dealers but they don’t sell motors. Is that normal? Would I be better off buying from a dealer who gives me the finished product (boat w/motor)? Any recommendations for a dealer in the Kansas City area? Or would it be worth the drive to a dealer who is full service? Thanks,Tim Tim, First of all, the dealer does make a difference. When you first buy a boat, you’ll most likely have lots of questions. You’ll also want a dealer who takes pride in his/her work and will stand by the quality of the basic product, and whatever dealer preparation you choose to have done. And unless you want to do the installation yourself, it is important that your dealer handles motors. Having said that, I strongly recommend John Gerber of Super Sport Marine in Kearney, Nebraska (800) 234-3315. He was very helpful at every step of the way and continues to be whenever I have a question or a need. He deals in motors (Hondas and perhaps others). He had no problem delivering […]