Shock Wave Seating & Table Parts & Accessories

About Shockwave Seats

When it comes to protecting boat operators and passengers from the relentless pounding of open water, few names carry more authority than Shockwave. Based in Sidney, British Columbia, Canada, Shockwave has spent more than two decades engineering and refining seat suspension systems purpose-built for the marine environment. The brand's singular focus — keeping people safe and comfortable on the water — has made it a recognized global leader in marine suspension seating for both recreational and professional markets.

Canadian-Made, Military-Grade Engineering

What sets Shockwave apart is the uncompromising quality of its components and manufacturing. Every suspension product is designed and manufactured in Canada using military-grade components, and each product undergoes rigorous on- and off-water testing before it reaches customers. Shockwave uses SolidWorks Simulation software to stress-test components against millions of variables, performs in-house drop testing to verify structural integrity, and validates all major components individually — a level of engineering discipline rare in the marine seating industry.

That commitment to quality has earned Shockwave recognition at the highest levels: the brand was independently rated the number-one seat by the UK Ministry of Defence (UK-MOD), lasting over 60% longer to the Whole Body Vibration limit than the next best seat tested. This certification speaks directly to the real-world demands facing crew members on high-speed RHIBs, patrol vessels, fishing boats, and commercial craft worldwide.

The S5 Product Line

Shockwave's flagship S5 suspension base is the heart of its recreational and commercial offering. Available in multiple configurations — including the lightweight S5-LW, the all-around S5-AL, and the heavy-duty electropolished 316 stainless steel S5-SS — there is an S5 model to match virtually every boating application and sea condition. The S5 suspension bases feature a four-link forward-action design with a custom-tuned FOX Rhythm air spring and adjustable rebound and compression, delivering 4 inches of vertical travel and 1.5 inches of forward surge protection to mitigate wave impact deceleration. Because of their universal design, S5 bases can be fitted to almost any boat and existing seat.

For standing-position applications, Shockwave's jockey seat line — spanning S2, S3, and S5 configurations — brings the same suspension philosophy to compact, fold-down seating used on RHIBs, commercial vessels, and high-speed tactical craft. The S3 Lightweight Jockey Seat even integrates a custom FOX Float H2O shock absorber developed in partnership with Fox Defense, offering 8 inches of travel for the most demanding open-ocean conditions.

Professional & Military Applications

Beyond recreational boating, Shockwave serves a demanding professional customer base. The Shockwave ICE (Integrated Control Environment) Console is the world's only triple-axis, fully suspended marine shock mitigation seating system — a patented innovation that allows professional mariners to operate vessel controls and electronics without fighting wave-induced motion. These systems are found aboard coast guard vessels, military patrol boats, whale-watching craft, crew boats, and more.

Why Choose Shockwave?

• Over 20 years of specialized marine suspension design and testing experience
• All products designed and manufactured in Canada with military-grade components
• S5 platform fits virtually any boat with a universal bolt pattern
• Independent UK-MOD testing confirms class-leading Whole Body Vibration protection
• Full product ecosystem: suspension bases, jockey seats, cushions, swivels, riser boxes, and replacement parts
• One-year warranty on all mechanical seat components

Whether you're a weekend angler looking to extend your time on the water or a professional mariner demanding certified shock mitigation, Shockwave's seat suspension systems deliver the protection, durability, and comfort built to outlast the harshest marine conditions.