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Rent Equipment

Rentals & Sales

The Caltech Y offers a wide range of rental equipment at little to no cost for Caltech and JPL community members (students, faculty, staff, alumni). Whether you are planning a day trip or a major expedition, we may have what you need.

Some details about renting from the Y:   
Pickup Information
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You will receive an email the day before your rental starts with information on how to pick up your reserved items. On your pickup day, you may pick up reserved items from 10am-4pm from the numbered bins on the porch outside the Caltech Y or by following special instructions. Bin number and/or special instructions will be included in the pickup email.
Drop-Off Information
 (including special rules for tents and AV equipment)
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Place items you are returning in the bins labelled “Rental Gear Drop Off” on the porch outside the Caltech Y, except tents.

All tents must be set up, inspected by a staff member, and taken down and repacked, upon return. An additional $20 fee per tent will be assessed if you are unable to set up or take down your tent(s) at the time of return. If you are renting multiple tents or a 6-person tent, you MUST bring extra people with you to help set up and take down. Tents and other equipment should be returned clean and dry. Wet or dirty items may require renters to air them out and return them another day – please consult with Y Staff on your return.

If you have electrical items such as PA systems, movie screens, or projectors, please knock on the door and leave it with a Y staff member. Audiovisual cords must be neatly wrapped and put in their designated spots in the PA cart case upon return.

Cancellation Policy
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You must cancel your reservation no later than 5pm on the business day BEFORE your scheduled rental pickup for a full refund. Failure to do so will result in a 1-day charge for each item that is canceled or not picked up, with the remaining balance eligible for refund.

If you need to cancel your reservation, please email caltechy@caltech.edu

All rental prices are subject to change.

When do you need your equipment?

Pickups and dropoffs are only on Mon, Wed, & Fri from 10 AM to 4 PM

What kind of equipment are you looking for?

Click for more information about Alpine Club's gear
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Equipment
E-ZUP Canopy
Specs         Specs
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2-Way Radio (Individual)
* 3 AAA batteries required
Specs
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Avalanche Beacon
* 3 AAA batteries required
Specs
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Avalanche Probe
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Bike Rack
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Bouldering Pad (Large)
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Bouldering Pad (Small)
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Climbing Helmet
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Crampons
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Garmin InReach
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Ice Axe
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Shovel
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Ski Boots (Sz~10.5, Black Diamond)
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Ski Boots (Sz~8-8.5, Salomon)
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Ski Boots (Sz~9-9.5, 317mm, Dalbello)
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Skis (144cm,VOLKL RTM)
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Skis (154cm,VOLKL RTM)
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Skis (161cm,VOLKL RTM)
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Skis (178cm, BSL>315mm, La Sportiva)
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Snow Picket
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Snow Saw
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Snow Shoes
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Split Snowboard
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Waxing Board
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Equipment
Extension Cords
* Length: 10 ft, 25 ft, 50 ft and 75 ft
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LCD Projector
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Mic Wireless
Specs         Specs
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Microphone plus Cable
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Microphone Stand
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Microphone Table Stand
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Movie Screen Large (Outdoor)
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Movie Screen Small
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PA Systems
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Power Strip
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Small PA System
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Speaker or Mic Cables
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Equipment
Chafing Dish
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Drink Jug
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Event Umbrella
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Garbage Can
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Grill Kit
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Ice Chest
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Small Ice Chest
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Storage Bucket
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Table
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Equipment
Back Pack-Small
Specs         Specs
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Backpack - Men's
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Backpack - Women's
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Beach Umbrella
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Bear Barrel
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Compass
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Cook Kit
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Cook Kit (Mini)
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Gaiters (L)
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Gaiters (M)
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Hiking Poles
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Lantern
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Lantern Solar
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Sleeping Bag Zero Degree
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Sleeping Bags Regular
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Sleeping Pad
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Stove Dual
* Propane NOT included
Specs
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Stove Single
* Propane NOT included
Specs
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Stoves Backpack
* Propane NOT included
Specs
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Tarp Large (10' by 10')
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Tarp Med (8' x 10')
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Tarp Small (6' x 8')
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Tent - Four Person
Specs (most rental tents)         Specs (other rental tent)
Please Note: You MUST set up, have inspected by staff, then take down each tent upon return.   More Info
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An additional $20 per tent fee will be assessed if you are unable to set up or take down your tent at the time of return.
 
If you are returning multiple tents you MUST bring extra people with you to help set them up.
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Tent - Six Person
Specs         Specs
Please Note: You MUST set up, have inspected by staff, then take down each tent upon return.   More Info
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An additional $20 per tent fee will be assessed if you are unable to set up or take down your tent at the time of return.
 
If you are returning multiple tents or a 6-person tent, you MUST bring extra people with you to help set them up.
Select Rental Dates to add an item
Tent - Two Person
Specs
Please Note: You MUST set up, have inspected by staff, then take down each tent upon return.   More Info
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An additional $20 per tent fee will be assessed if you are unable to set up or take down your tent at the time of return.
 
If you are returning multiple tents you MUST bring extra people with you to help set them up.
Select Rental Dates to add an item
Please log in to your Caltech Y Go account to view prices.
Equipment
Electric cart
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