Rental & Policy Information

Rental service is only available to Recreation Center Members.

Please review our rental hours for current information on our service hours. The OAC is closed for all weekends, academic recesses, and federal holidays.

Our rental periods begin at three nights, covering traditional Friday pick-ups with a Monday return, with additional nights available for your rental.

How Rentals Work

  1. 1. Review the equipment we offer and information about that gear.
  2. 2. Visit the OAC in person to complete a reservation for your equipment. Reservations are only completed at the OAC.
    Our rental office hours shift with the semester calendar and academic recesses.
  3. 3. During your visit, our staff will confirm the available gear, provide any guidance or assistance, and complete the rental payment. Your reservation guarantees we will have your gear ready for pick-up on your departure date. Same-day reservation and pick-ups should anticipate a 30-minute process to include gear preparation and collection.
  4. 4. Return to the OAC with your rental form. We will have your gear prepared for speedy collection.
  5. 5. Following your trip, stop by the OAC during service hours to return your equipment. We will quickly check the rental items and follow up with you later if there are any damages or concerns.

RENTAL POLICIES

Rice University assumes no responsibility for accidents or injuries resulting from the use of rented equipment.

If the equipment is returned damaged or excessively dirty, the renter may be subject to additional fees. If equipment is damaged beyond repair, the full retail value of the item and shipping costs will be charged.

Equipment returned past the due date will be charged a minimum $15 fee plus additional rental fees. If the gear is not returned within 10 days of the rental due date, the full retail value plus late fees will be charged.

All equipment must be returned to staff during rental service hours. Abadoned equipment will assessed a $15 fee.

All unpaid fees will be charged to the patron's university account if payment is not made within 7 days of notification.

ROPE does not issue refunds in the event of patron cancellations. Cancellations made more than 7 days before the pick-up date will be issued their rental form as credit for a future rental within six months. Patrons are responsible for retaining their rental form.

Individuals renting gear for an organized group are liable for all equipment listed in the rental.

CONTACT US
Phone: 713-348-HIKE (4453)
Email: roperentals@rice.edu

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