[rommelsharma]

Hi, I am planning for a day hike to Camp Muir, details here: https://www.nwhikers.net/forums/viewtopic.php?t=8023993 Could you please recommend some gear rental outlets in Seattle? How do they generally charge, if I want the gear for a day hike and collect the gear a day before and return it the morning the day after the hike, would I be charged for 1 day or more? I am interested in hiking boots, microspikes and hiking poles.

[Tom]

This article may be out of date but gives you an idea: http://www.wta.org/news/signpost/where-to-rent-or-borrow-gear I think Second Ascent might be your best bet. Rentals are 3 day.

[rommelsharma]

Many thanks @Tom, very useful info.

[Randito]

Rental plastic climbing boots, are superb at keeping feet warm and dry. As well as providing secure footing on snow. However they are overkill for a trek to Muir and are notorious for causing painful blisters.

[SlingShot]

turntables & trails near Chucks hop shop. This looks like somewhat of a new business. The rental department is small, but has potential for growth.

[rommelsharma]

Thanks @SlingShot and @RandyHiker @RandyHiker - The tips on shoes is very useful, I will check out for regular waterproof trekking shoes that can have some traction device fitted on them for snow. @SlingShot I will check with this company soon.

[ndiggs]

www.back40outfitters.co Back 40 Outfitters is a backpacking and camping kit rental company. They have snowshoes and trekking poles. Seems like for the price of microspikes, I doubt many places rent such an inexpensive item.