Equipment Rental & Liability Release Agreement Ski Biking is a relatively new sport to the winter sport world. As such, many resorts are still leery of ski bikes. It will only take one bad apple to get ski biking banned at a given resort. Please be an ambassador of the sport and follow normal ski and snowboard etiquette, codes, and know what each resort requires of ski bikers (leash, lift requirements, etc) Please initial each statement to indicate that you have read, understand and agree to the details in this Rental Agreement:
I accept for use AS IS the equipment listed on this form, and I accept full responsibility for the care of the rental equipment, and will not disassemble or alter the equipment in any way. Damage through regular use is expected; however charges may apply based on damage assessed (refer to Equipment Condition form I agree to pay Colorado Ski Bikes, LLC up to the cost of replacement parts if the equipment I am renting becomes damaged or broken. Damage fees will be charged from my credit card on file or $400.00 deposit, and will be based on the published list of parts replacement costs, a copy is available upon request.
I agree to be responsible for the replacement, at full retail value, of any equipment rented under this form/agreement that is not returned to Colorado Ski Bikes, LLC, either due to loss, theft, or damage to the level of being beyond repair, and I acknowledge my obligation to return this equipment by the agreed date in reasonable clean condition to avoid any additional charges. As with any sport or use of mechanical equipment, it is extremely dangerous to operate under the influence of drugs and alcohol. I understand these risks and agree to not operate the ski bike while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
I agree to return the rental equipment by the return date and time, as indicated on this form. Rental items returned after the return date/time indicated in agreement without prior notification will be charged the single day rate for each day late - no exceptions. Late fees will be charged to my credit card or from the $400.00 deposit.
Each ski resort may have individual and unique rules for ski biking. I understand and accept that it is my responsibility to know and abide by each resorts policies for ski bikes. Equipment has been issued in good condition. I have the ability to transport the equipment safely (bike rack, truck, SUV I agree to reasonably clean off and dry all rental equipment prior to returning the items.
I am aware of the foreseen and unforeseen risks, dangers and hazards associated with skiing, snowboarding and ski biking, and I freely accept and fully assume all risks, dangers and hazards and the possibility of personal injury, death, property damage and loss resulting therein. I am physically able to lift and maneuver the ski bike for the purposes of entering and exiting a ski lift. I agree to attach and wear the retaining leash provided with the equipment while riding all ski lifts.
I am 18 years or older and legally competent to sign this agreement as my own free act. I understand and agree to being the only user of this equipment. If any person other than the renter uses this equipment, I accept all liability for any accident, injury, or damage that occurs as a result.
In consideration of all the above and also in consideration of the equipment being rented to me, at my request, I hereby release Colorado Ski Bikes, LLC, its owners, agents and employees and equipment manufacturers from any and all liability for damage and injury to myself or to any person or property resulting from the selection, installation, transportation, maintenance, adjustment, and/or use of this equipment, and for any claim based upon negligence, breach of warranty, contract or other legal theory, accepting myself the full and complete responsibility for any and all such damage, injury or death to myself that may result.