Terms and Conditions

What should I bring for the Rental?

The boats will be prepared and ready for you, with a full tank of fuel. Bring a credit card or cash to cover incidental charges such as used fuel, which is not included in the cost of the rental. 

It is recommended that guests wear lightweight, waterproof clothing or swimwear for the most comfortable ride. Also, bring:

• Children’s Life Jackets (some provided, but child sizes and needs are ever changing)
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Towels
• A cooler for snacks and beverages

You are free to bring along your own life jacket, but one will be provided for each adult passenger. Child life jackets are not provided due to the ever-changing sizes and needs of the child. 

Safety:

DO NOT SWIM NEAR OR JUMP OFF THE WATERCRAFT WHILE THE MOTOR IS RUNNING. SIGNIFICANT BODILY HARM CAN BE CAUSED BY THE PROP, THE TOONS, HITTING WATER AT HIGH SPEEDS, ETC.

Always Wear Personal Floatation Devices. Have Flotation Throw Ready at all times!

Drinking/Drugs and operator powersports do not mix. You can be ticketed, arrested, and lose your driving privileges if caught operating a watercraft under the influence.

Jumping off the pontoon is a fun time, just be cautious of where the motor/prop is.

Be aware of the anchor location.

Do not swim in areas of heavy boat traffic.

Always use good judgement.

Rental Policy:

· Take pictures and videos of rental equipment before accepting. Note any damaged areas, and notify Hour Equipment Personnel.

· Renter will be responsible for any damage to rental equipment while in their possession, whether by renter, weather, or any other factor.

· Prop/Skag Damage is renter responsibility. Take a picture of the prop before and after rental. If damage is present, let Hour Equipment personnel know. Prop/skag damage will be charged for cost to fix, plus administrative fee. IF unrepairable, total prop/skag replacement will be charged at replacement cost, plus administrative fee.

· As of July 1, 2025 ALL renters must have valid Watercraft Operators Permit per Minnesota Law!

• All drivers must be 25 years of age or older.
• Renter must have a major credit card and valid driver’s license, with the same      renter’s name on both.
• Renter must be present at time of pick-up.
• Renter must provide their current address, and address where the rental equipment      will be used/stored.
• Appointments are scheduled for reservation pick-up and are very important to keep. Please be on time.
• No refunds for early returns.

· The equipment must be returned on time or will be subject to a late fee of $50 per half hour on top of the extra daily rental fee. 

• A 50% deposit for pontoons, boats, and other powersport toys is required to secure the reservation and must be submitted with the Reservation Application. Cash, or all major credit cards are accepted.
• Full payment is due 1 week before departure for all vehicles and powersports.
• A security deposit ranging from $1000-$2,000 is required at the time of departure, in the form of cash or a major credit card. Damage to the rental equipment, additional hours, additional cleaning, parking/boating violations are just a few items the security deposit is applied towards, and if damage exceeds deposit, renter is responsible for the remaining balance, plus administration fee.
• The remaining balance of the security deposit is refunded within 14-30 days of return of the rental.

Responsibility of Damage & Loss:

You are responsible for:

• All damage to the rental (regardless of fault).
• Loss of use of the rental while it is being repaired.
• Decreased value of the rental caused by damage to it or repairs of it, which is not      covered by insurance. The decrease in the value charge is at least 2% the value of the rental.
• All damage or loss caused by blowout, punctures or other road damage.
• Missing equipment and/or parts.
• Damage claims, no matter who is at fault, will incur an administration fee ranging from $30-$500, in addition to the claim.
• Theft and vandalism.
• YOU MUST report all accidents and/or damage within 3 hours of the occurrence      to Hour Equipment LLC. You agree to pay these charges from the credit source listed in your contract and assume all responsibility to submit accident reports and claims to the proper authorities.

Maintenance & Breakdown Responsibility:

• The renter is responsible for checking engine oil, fluids, and coolant levels when      refueling each time, as well as reporting mechanical failures immediately.
• Instructions and procedures for maintenance will be provided at the time of rental.
• Customers may be held responsible for mechanical damage because of negligence in      vehicle operation or failure to provide normal maintenance. This includes      driving the unit too fast or too hard.
• Radio, GPS, Bluetooth, Charging ports, and Fish Finder malfunctions are not      considered breakdowns and no refunds are available. These are considered value-added or luxury items.
• Hour Equipment LLC will provide contact information to aid with any questions      throughout your trip.

Cleaning the Powersport:

• Renters are required to bring the toy back in “near clean condition” or a cleaning fee will be charged.
• Cleaning includes basic exterior cleaning, interior cleaning, cupholders, cubbies,      lifejackets, sand, etc..
• If the equipment requires special cleaning, an additional charge will be billed (ex: weeds, undercarriage pressure washing, animal/human waste, filthy interior/exterior taking more than 30 minutes to clean, etc.). This fee is at the sole discretion of Hour Equipment LLC.
• The cleaning charge is for interior and exterior cleaning only. It does not cover any repairs needed.

Fuel:

• All the toys fuel tanks are “topped off” (or full) before departure we ask they be returned in the same condition. A refueling fee of $50 plus the cost of the fuel will be applied if the toy is less than full when returned.
• Fuel tank capacity or fuel mileage are not warrantied. We assume no liability for fuel consumption rates.
• All gasoline or propane refueling during the trip is at the customer’s expense.

General Rules:

· Drivers and passengers must wear safety equipment in accordance with Minnesota law, with children under 12 required to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) at all times. Drivers must not consume alcohol or drugs or ingest any substances that could adversely affect their ability to safely and successfully operate the vessel. The rental must be operated according to DNR Water Safety Laws for the State of MN, with the renter being responsible for the loss or damage to the rental equipment due to negligence. Hour Equipment LLC will not be held responsible for any and all claims on behalf of the renter or occupants for bodily injury or property damage that occurs while the equipment is under the renter's control. 

· Operation of the watercraft is not permitted from dusk to dawn.

· lf you must cancel your reservation, and we are notified at least 14 days prior to your scheduled tour time, we will refund your payment in full, minus 10% of total rental cost to cover initial and reverse transaction fees. If you are a no-show or cancel for any reason less than 14 days prior to your scheduled tour time, we cannot refund any portion of the payment. All sales within 14 days are final and non-refundable.  Hour Equipment LLC  cannot be held responsible for and will not issue refunds for personal inconveniences, health-related issues, family emergencies, injuries, road or launch conditions, public transportation delays, traffic jams, or inclement weather.  When you make your reservation, we are reserving a space for you and now turning away other potential guests. Extenuating circumstances such as dangerous weather may only be cancelled and refunded on single day rentals (Minus 10% fees of total rental cost for transaction fees), by Hour Equipment LLC at our option, and refunded. Low water, rough launches or weather ARE NOT reasons for cancellation, these factors are all part of watersports.  If conditions permit and agreed to by both parties, rentals may be rescheduled to another date, or a prepaid rental certificate of equivalent value can be issued at customer's option that can be used by customer, traded or sold, or used as a gift. Certificates are serial numbered and can be used any year any season for watercraft or other rentals.