UWild’s Gear Garage will outfit you in quality outdoor gear whether you’re headed out for a week-long adventure or a quick day trip.
Hours
| Day | Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 3 – 7 p.m. |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 3 – 7 p.m. |
| Friday | 3 – 7 p.m. |
| Saturday | 3 – 7 p.m. |
| Sunday | 3 – 7 p.m. |
Equipment & Prices
Backpacking
Shelter & Sleeping
Brands we stock for this category are Mountain Hardwear, Black Diamond, Big Agnes, & Thermarest.
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| 2-Person Lightweight Tent | $14.5 | $7.25 | $12 | $6 |
| Ultralight Tarp Tents
(2 & 4 person options) |
$22 | $11 | $16.5 | $8.25 |
| 0 Degree Sleeping Bag | $16.5 | $8.25 | $11 | $5.5 |
| 20 or 30 Degree Sleeping Bag | $14.5 | $7.25 | $9 | $4.5 |
| Foam Sleeping Pad | $4.5 | $2.25 | $3.5 | $1.75 |
| Inflatable Sleeping Pad | $11 | $6.5 | $9 | $4.5 |
On-Trail Essentials
Brands we stock for this category are Osprey Packs, Brunton, & Black Diamond
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| Multiday Backpack
(Expands from 50L to 75L) |
$15.5 | $7.75 | $12 | $6 |
| Hiking Poles (set) | $5.5 | $2.75 | $3.5 | $1.75 |
Camp Kitchen
Brands we stock for this category are Mountain Safety Research (MSR), & GSI
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| Fast Boil Backpacking Stove w/ integrated pot – ideal for just boiling water
(fuel sold separately) |
$14.5 | $7.25 | $11 | $5.5 |
| Backpacking Stove w/ pot set – best for cooking
(fuel sold separately) |
$14.5 | $7.25 | $11 | $5.5 |
| Lightweight Nesting 3-Pot Set | $6.5 | $3.25 | $4.5 | $2.25 |
| Small Bear Can | $5.5 | $2.25 | $3.5 | $1.75 |
| Standard Bear Can | $6.5 | $3.25 | $4.5 | $2.25 |
| Water Filter (pump) | $9 | $4.5 | $5.5 | $2.25 |
| 6L Dromedary Bag (water storage) | $3.5 | $1.75 | $2.5 | $1.25 |
Camping
Shelter & Sleeping
Brands we stock for this category are ALPS Mountaineering, Mountain Hardwear, Big Agnes, & Thermarest
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| 2-Person Tent | $14.5 | $7.25 | $12 | $6 |
| 4-Person Tent | $16.5 | $8.25 | $15.5 | $7.75 |
| 5-Person Tent | $21 | $10.5 | $17.5 | $8.75 |
| 20 or 30 Degree Sleeping Bag | $14.5 | $7.5 | $9 | $4.5 |
| 0 Degree Sleeping Bag | $16.5 | $8.25 | $11 | $6.5 |
| Foam Sleeping Pad | $4.5 | $2.25 | $3.5 | $1.75 |
| Inflatable Sleeping Pad | $11 | $6.5 | $9 | $4.5 |
Camp Kitchen
Brands we stock for this category are Camp Chef & Coleman
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| 2-Burner Propane Stove
(fuel sold separately) |
$14.5 | $7.25 | $11 | $5.5 |
| 70qt Cooler | $10 | $5 | $6.5 | $3.25 |
| 100qt Cooler | $11 | $5.5 | $6.5 | $3.25 |
| 120qt Cooler | $14.5 | $7.25 | $10 | $5 |
| Rechargeable Lantern | $6.5 | $3.25 | $5.5 | $2.25 |
Biking
Brands we stock for this category are Kona Bicycles, Ortlieb, & Saris
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| Mountain Bike (hardtail, 27.5” wheels, hydraulic disk brakes, helmet) | $48.5 | $24.25 | $36.5 | $18.25 |
| Gravel/Adventure Bike (Drop bar, disc brakes, Integrated lock; optional- rear rack, front rack, front basket, & helmet) | $48.5 | $24.25 | $36.5 | $18.25 |
| City Bike (Flat bar, disc brakes, & helmet) | $48.5 | $24.25 | $36.5 | $18.25 |
| Touring Package (Gravel/Adventure Bike + racks + front and rear panniers) | $78.5 | $39.25 | $59.5 | $29.75 |
| Waterproof Front Panniers (set) | $14.5 | $7.25 | $11 | $5.5 |
| Waterproof Rear Panniers (set) | $15.5 | $7.75 | $12 | $6 |
| 1-Bike Car Rack – May only be used with Gear Garage bike | $5.5 | $2.75 | $4.5 | $2.25 |
| 2-Bike Car Rack – May only be used with Gear Garage bikes | $9 | $4.5 | $6.5 | $3.25 |
Events, Parties, Tailgates, & Music Festivals
Shelters
Brands we stock for this category are RTIC and Coleman
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| 9×7 Pop-Up Sun Shelter (not waterproof) | $11 | $5.5 | $10 | $5 |
| 10×10 Pop-Up Sun Shelter (not waterproof) | $21 | $10.5 | $17.5 | $8.75 |
Coolers
Brands we stock for this category are Coleman
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| 70qt Cooler | $10 | $5 | $6.5 | $3.25 |
| 100qt Cooler | $11 | $5.5 | $6.5 | $3.25 |
| 120qt Cooler | $14.5 | $7.25 | $10 | $5 |
Games
Brands we stock for this category are varied
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| Horseshoe Set | $6.5 | $3.25 | $5.5 | $2.75 |
| Ladder Ball | $6.5 | $3.25 | $5.5 | $2.75 |
| Bocce Ball | $6.5 | $3.25 | $5.5 | $2.75 |
| Washer Toss | $6.5 | $3.25 | $5.5 | $2.75 |
| Kan Jam | $5.5 | $2.75 | $4.5 | $2.25 |
| Spike Ball | $9 | $4.5 | $6.5 | $3.25 |
| Ramp Shot | $6.5 | $3.25 | $5.5 | $2.75 |
| Cornhole | $9 | $4.5 | $5.5 | $2.75 |
Fishing
Brands we stock for this category are Redington, Temple Fork Outfitters, & Shakespeare
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| Wading Package (Breathable Waders and Wading Boots) | $26.5 | $13.25 | $24.5 | $12.25 |
| 5wt Fly Rod and Reel | $12 | $6 | $6.5 | $3.25 |
| 8wt Fly Rod and Reel | $12 | $6 | $6.5 | $3.25 |
| 4lb backpacking spin rod and reel | $12 | $6 | $6.5 | $3.25 |
| Spinning Rod and Reel | $6.5 | $3.25 | $4.5 | $2.25 |
| Trout Net | $4.5 | $2.25 | $3.5 | $1.75 |
Mountaineering
Brands we stock for this category are Scarpa, Black Diamond, Petzl, Hilleberg Tents, and Osprey Packs
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| Plastic Mountaineering Boots | $26.5 | $13.25 | $23 | $11.5 |
| Strap Crampon | $12 | $6 | $11 | $5.5 |
| Semi-Auto Crampon | $16.5 | $8.25 | $15.5 | $7.75 |
| Standard Ice Axe (55-75cm) | $15.5 | $7.75 | $9 | $4.5 |
| Helmet | $11 | $5.5 | $5.5 | $2.75 |
| 4-Season Expedition Tent | $40 | $20 | $37.5 | $18.75 |
| Alpine Backpack (expands to 45L) | $11 | $5.5 | $10 | $5 |
Rock Climbing
Brands we stock for this category are Evolv, Petzl, Metolius, & Black Diamond
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| Climbing Shoes | $6.5 | $3.25 | $5.5 | $2.75 |
| Helmet | $11 | $5.5 | $5.5 | $2.75 |
| Standard Crash Pad | $21 | $10.5 | $12 | $6 |
| Stick Clip | $10 | $5 | $9 | $4.5 |
Stand Up Paddle Board
Brands we stock for this category are Northwest River Supply (NRS)
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| Inflatable Stand-up Paddleboard Package (touring/camping) (Includes: Backpack, Pump, Touring Fin, PFD, and Paddle) |
$43 | $21.5 | $26.5 | $13.25 |
| 10L Dry Bag | $3.5 | $1.75 | $2.5 | $1.25 |
| 20L Dry Bag | $4.5 | $2.25 | $3.5 | $1.75 |
| 30L Dry Bag | $4.5 | $2.25 | $3.5 | $1.75 |
| 70L Dry Bag | $6.5 | $3.25 | $6.5 | $3.25 |
Downhill Ski, Snowboard, Cross-Country Ski
RENTED DURING WINTER QUARTER. Brands we stock for this category are K2 skis and snowboards and Madshus XC Skis
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| Adult Downhill Ski Package Dimensions: 115-75-106 Features: Catch free rocker with a lightweight core |
$55 | $27.5 | $42 | $21 |
| K2 Mindbender Performance Ski Package Dimensions: 130-85-113 Features: All-mountain rocker with an aspen core |
$89 | $44.5 | $55 | $27.5 |
| Adult Snowboard Package (board, bindings, boots) |
$38.5 | $19.25 | $34 | $17 |
| Cross-Country Ski Package
(can be used in classic tracks and off-track) |
$38.5 | $19.25 | $27.5 | $13.75 |
| Snowboard Boots | $14.5 | $7.25 | $11 | $5.5 |
Snowshoe
RENTED DURING WINTER AND SPRING QUARTERS. Brands we stock for this category are Mountain Safety Research (MSR)
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| Adult Snowshoe Package (includes optional trekking poles) |
$25.5 | $12.5 | $21 | $10.5 |
| Youth and Child Snowshoe Package (includes optional youth/child trekking poles) |
$11 | $5.5 | $10 | $5 |
Backcountry Touring
RENTED DURING WINTER AND SPRING QUARTER. Brands we stock for this category are Black Diamond, PIEPS, and Backcountry Access (BCA)
| Item | First Day | Additional Day | Student First Day | Student Additional Day |
| Avalanche Beacon | $31 | $15.5 | $25.5 | $12.75 |
| Backcountry Shovel | $9 | $4.5 | $4.5 | $2.25 |
| Avalanche Probe | $10 | $5 | $5.5 | $2.75 |
| Touring Package (Beacon, Shovel, Probe | $50 | $25 | $35.5 | $17.75 |
Availability and Reserving Gear
Reservation Process
- A reservation request can be made online. The submission of this inquiry form is not a completed reservation. All inquiries must be finalized with a Gear Garage Staff person.
- A credit card is required for the security deposit.
- We accept reservation requests for up to a month in advance.
- We may not be able to confirm reservation requests submitted within 3-days of pick up.
- Confirmed reservations must be picked up at the day and time confirmed during the reservation process. Failure to do so will result in a penalty.
Cancellation Policy
- Confirmed reservations that are not picked by on the specified day are canceled
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Rental Policies & Procedures
Who May Rent?
- Enrolled Seattle campus students with valid Husky Card. During the quarter, students must be registered in classes to receive the student rate.
- Groups including RSOs, UW departments, fraternities, and sororities will be charged the standard rate.
- All UW Employees are eligible to rent, Rec membership not required. Employment verification may be required at the time of pick up. Contact us for more details.
- Plus Ones, Alumni, Bothell & Tacoma students must possess an active Rec Membership to be eligible.
Pricing Structure & Student Discount
- How is it we charge less than other rental stores? We believe that the UW Community is responsible and will treat our equipment as if it was borrowed from a close friend. We do not build in the cost of damages, late fees, cleaning costs, etc, into our rental rate as many other stores do. These charges are applied situationally. The vast majority of people renting from us incur no additional costs.
- There is no charge for the day equipment is picked up and the day it’s dropped off.
- The student discount is not transferrable to others, nor can it be applied to multiples of the same item.
- Prices are subject to change.
Deposits, Fees, & Fines
- All equipment must be returned clean and dry. Items in need of cleaning and/or drying are charged a fee of $20 per item.
- Damaged equipment is charged a repair fee based on the materials and labor needed to repair the item.
- Equipment returned late is charged the standard first-day rate of each item, for each day, the equipment is overdue.
- Lost items are charged the retail value of the item including tax and shipping.
Off-Hours Appointments
To schedule an appointment, please contact the Gear Garage at recgear@uw.edu or 206.685.6767 Off-hours pick up and drop off are subject to availability. Off-hours pick up is subject to a convenience fee.
Wilderness Educator & Adventure Leadership program
UWild Adventures’ Wilderness Educator program is the first step on the trail to becoming a trip leader and instructor.
This course covers essential skills that every wilderness instructor, guide, and trip leader must develop:
- backcountry decision-making,
- risk mitigation and management,
- leave no trace ethics,
- group development and management,
- sporting and living skills.
Questions About Accessibility?
UW Recreation’s programs, operations, and facilities are intended to be inclusive and accessible. If at any time, you have a need or concern please contact us, we encourage everyone to participate in our department offerings. For accommodation requests connected to a disability or health condition contact us at (206) 543-4590 or at recinfo@uw.edu. Requests can be responded to most effectively if received as far in advance as possible, preferably at least 10 business days.
Request with Disability Services Office
Request Disability Resources for Employees:
- hr.uw.edu/dso
- dso@uw.edu
- (206) 543-6450 (Voice)
- (206) 543-6452 (TTY)
- (206) 685-7264 (FAX)
- (253) 642-0142 (VP)
Request with Disability Resources for Students
Request Disability Resources for Students:
- uwdrs.uw.edu
- uwdrs@uw.edu
- (206) 543-8924 (Voice & Relay)
- (206) 616-8379 (FAX)
Insurance
UW Recreation does not provide accident or medical coverage for participants. It is recommended that participants obtain their own personal coverage. Students may obtain additional information on student accident/sickness insurance by contacting: Insurance & Cost | Husky Health & Well-Being (uw.edu)
Have feedback?
Kudos? Comments? Complaints? We want to hear from you. Fill the Recreation Feedback Form.
Location
Location: We are located on the 1st floor of the Waterfront Activities Center. From the parking lot walk through the breezeway towards the lake, enter the building at the boat rental office, we are just down the hall and to the right.
3710 Montlake Blvd NE
Seattle, WA 98195