Gear Hire

Contact the Gear Custodian, Warren Wheeler 06 356 1998 if you want to hire any of the club equipment.
Costs are per day for members.
Cost for non-members is double.

Snow shovel, probe & avo transceiver set*

$10

Carabineers (2 screw, 2snap) & ATC Set**

$5

Avalanche transceiver*

$5

Bivy Bag

$2

Compass (Silva)

$2

Crampons

$6

Tent Fly - 4 person

$4

Alpine Helmet

$2

Ice Axes - various sizes & types

$2

Alpine Hammer

$5

Harness

$5

Snow stake

$2

Snow picket/pig

$5

Snow shovel

$5

Avalanche probe

$5

Rope 50 m**

$10

Terms & Conditions for hiring club equipment

1. Club equipment is available on "a first come basis", however priority is given to Club trips, bookings by other related organizations, and club members.
2. For non-club members identification and a bond may be required if the Hirer is unknown to the Gear Custodian.
3. The Hirer is responsible for returning equipment in a satisfactory condition, and on time. If the equipment is lost, or returned in damaged condition, the Hirer is liable to full replacement cost. A continuing fee may be charged if not returned on time. The Hirer is also liable for any further charges that may arise from the club having to pursue return of the gear or moneys owing.
4. *Avalanche transceivers; a form is required to be filled in for these. Hirer is responsible for supplying NEW alkaline batteries. A bond may be required from non-Club members.
5. **The carabineers, rope and ATC set can only be hired by Club members on scheduled Club trips.
6. Reduced rates for longer trips, or to related organizations, is at the discretion of the Gear Custodian.