You don’t have to go to an expensive outdoor outfitter to get gear for your next excursion. At the IU Outdoor Adventures Gear Shop, you can buy or rent everything you need for your camping trip, rock climbing expedition, bike outing, or other outdoor activity—all at competitive prices.
We carry equipment and supplies from a wide range of companies, including Columbia, Nalgene, Kleen Kanteen, Wigwam, Mountain Hardwear, Black Diamond, Light My Fire, and Mountain House.
Hours:
Monday: 3 PM – 6 PM
Wednesday (*By Appointment Only)
Friday: 11 AM – 3 PM
We have re-opened our doors and no longer require curbside pick-up / drop-off during our open hours. However, we still recommend that you submit rental requests at least one week in advance so that we can be as safe and efficient as possible with your time.
All IU students receive a 10% discount on personal rentals.
Gear rental reservations can be made on site during our open hours, but drop-in reservations cannot be guaranteed. In order to provide you with the equipment you need, we recommend that your rental request be submitted one week in advance. Payment by card or Bursar billing is preferred.
* Due to our current shop schedule we are unable to offer a 1 night rental option. *
| Item | 2–3 nights | 4–7 nights |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain bike (includes a helmet and repair kit) | $56 | $86 |
| Bike rack for vehicle | $16 | $26 |
| Bike lock | $5 | $8 |
| Item | 2–3 nights | 4–7 nights |
|---|---|---|
| Two-person tent | $25 | $42 |
| Three-person tent | $27 | $46 |
| Four-person tent | $29 | $50 |
| Six-person tent | $32 | $50 |
| Plastic tarp | $4 | $7 |
| Nylon tarp | $13 | $22 |
| Sleeping bag (includes pad) | $18 | $29 |
| Sleeping pad only | $5 | $8 |
| Camp chair | $6 | $10 |
| Backpack | $18 | $29 |
| Pack cover | $5 | $8 |
| Headlamp | $9 | $14 |
| Compass | $5 | $8 |
| Trekking poles | $12 | $19 |
| Duluth sack | $10 | $16 |
| Trowel | $4 | $6 |
| Water dromedary | $10 | $16 |
| Item | 2–3 nights | 4–7 nights |
|---|---|---|
| Climbing shoes | $12 | $19 |
| Bouldering pad | $30 | $47 |
| Item | 2–3 nights | 4–7 nights |
|---|---|---|
| Backpacking stove | $16 | $26 |
| Two-burner stove | $16 | $26 |
| Propane lantern | $16 | $26 |
Cook kits and kitchen utensils are available by request.
| Item | 2–3 nights | 4–7 nights |
|---|---|---|
| Canoe | $56 | $86 |
| Recreational kayak | $56 | $86 |
| Whitewater kayak | $56 | $86 |
| Paddle board | $56 | $86 |
| Sea kayak | $60 | $92 |
| Tandem kayak | $66 | $100 |
| Item | 2–3 nights | 4–7 nights |
|---|---|---|
| Cross-country skis and poles | $24 | $39 |
| Cross-country boots | $18 | $28 |
| Snowshoes | $18 | $28 |
Discounts are available for long-term (more than one week) rentals.
