Best Places To Rent Outdoor Gear In DFW
Fan of the great outdoors? Not only are the venues for outdoor activities plentiful in Dallas/Fort Worth, but so are the facilities to rent outdoor gear. From water sports, camping and biking, to unique local sports like bikerafting, there is something for all outdoorsy folks in DFW.
Backwoods Paddlesports At Panther Island
480 North Taylor St.
Fort Worth, TX 76102
(817) 403-6906
www.kayakfortworth.comCanoes, Hobies and kayaks, oh my! Yes, the selection of watersport gear to rent at Backwoods Fort Worth really is incredible. Most of the inventory rents at only $15 to $25 dollars an hour, with discounts given for additional hours, leaving plenty of room in your pocket for a day-long adventure. Situated right on a fork of the Trinity, the location blends city with nature in a most peaceful and worthwhile setting.
480 North Taylor St.
Fort Worth, TX 76102
(817) 403-6906
www.kayakfortworth.comCanoes, Hobies and kayaks, oh my! Yes, the selection of watersport gear to rent at Backwoods Fort Worth really is incredible. Most of the inventory rents at only $15 to $25 dollars an hour, with discounts given for additional hours, leaving plenty of room in your pocket for a day-long adventure. Situated right on a fork of the Trinity, the location blends city with nature in a most peaceful and worthwhile setting.
Big City Bikerafts
www.bigcitybikerafts.comBig City Bikerafts has created its own niche in the outdoor active experience. A hybrid sport consisting of both biking and rafting, this surf and turf combination is perfect for the White Rock Lake area. Big City Bikerafts offers suggestions for several route options in the metroplex to enjoy. The rental includes adaptable raft, life vest, paddle, dry sack, backpack and all of the straps you will need to carry the bikeraft on your bike and your bike on the bikeraft. Daily or two-day rentals are $60, however, intro to bikerafting packages start at $30. Specials are offered regularly for even lower prices. All you need to have is your own bike and sense of adventure.
www.bigcitybikerafts.comBig City Bikerafts has created its own niche in the outdoor active experience. A hybrid sport consisting of both biking and rafting, this surf and turf combination is perfect for the White Rock Lake area. Big City Bikerafts offers suggestions for several route options in the metroplex to enjoy. The rental includes adaptable raft, life vest, paddle, dry sack, backpack and all of the straps you will need to carry the bikeraft on your bike and your bike on the bikeraft. Daily or two-day rentals are $60, however, intro to bikerafting packages start at $30. Specials are offered regularly for even lower prices. All you need to have is your own bike and sense of adventure.
Richardson Bike Mart
9040 Garland Road
Dallas, TX 75218
(214) 321-0705
www.bikemart.comLocated just a brisk walk or ride from White Rock Lake, Dallas' location of Richardson Bike Mart provides rentals for a wide array of bikes from mountain biking, triathlon, tandem and even Elliptigo bikes, some models starting as low as $35 for daily rental. A quick tutorial is provided for lesser-known models before rental. Richardson Bike Mart includes a helmet for safety in the rental fee. Call ahead as this location brings in riders from all over the metroplex.
9040 Garland Road
Dallas, TX 75218
(214) 321-0705
www.bikemart.comLocated just a brisk walk or ride from White Rock Lake, Dallas' location of Richardson Bike Mart provides rentals for a wide array of bikes from mountain biking, triathlon, tandem and even Elliptigo bikes, some models starting as low as $35 for daily rental. A quick tutorial is provided for lesser-known models before rental. Richardson Bike Mart includes a helmet for safety in the rental fee. Call ahead as this location brings in riders from all over the metroplex.
Related: Best Outdoor Gear Stores In DFW
DFW Surf
Ferris Branch Drive
Grapevine, TX 76051
(214) 497-7502
www.dfwsurf.comDFW Surf is the ideal outlet for water lovers in DFW. With locations at Lake Grapevine, Lake Lewisville and White Rock Lake, with lessons and options including the use of paddleboards, wakeboards, surfboards and life jackets, there will be no wave left unexplored. Prices vary based on the water-riding options and length of activity. For those who are truly passionate about water sports, DFW Surf even has a surfing behind a big boat option.
Ferris Branch Drive
Grapevine, TX 76051
(214) 497-7502
www.dfwsurf.comDFW Surf is the ideal outlet for water lovers in DFW. With locations at Lake Grapevine, Lake Lewisville and White Rock Lake, with lessons and options including the use of paddleboards, wakeboards, surfboards and life jackets, there will be no wave left unexplored. Prices vary based on the water-riding options and length of activity. For those who are truly passionate about water sports, DFW Surf even has a surfing behind a big boat option.
Mountain Hideout
5643 West Lovers Lane
Dallas, TX 75209
(214) 350-8181
www.mountainhideout.comAnything you would need for a mountain getaway can be either purchased or rented at Mountain Hideout. Rental items include backpacks, tents, sleeping bags and even thermarest pads to complete any mountaineer or camper's list at very reasonable rates. It's time to take advantage of all the great campsites in the North Texas area.
5643 West Lovers Lane
Dallas, TX 75209
(214) 350-8181
www.mountainhideout.comAnything you would need for a mountain getaway can be either purchased or rented at Mountain Hideout. Rental items include backpacks, tents, sleeping bags and even thermarest pads to complete any mountaineer or camper's list at very reasonable rates. It's time to take advantage of all the great campsites in the North Texas area.
Related: Best Sporting Goods Stores In Dallas
Kena Sosa is a freelance writer in Dallas. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.
Read more