General

• Ask if they had any problems with the gear.
• Check that ID #s match.
• Check for dampness, dirt, damage, and missing pieces.

Tents

• Have the renter pull out pieces.
• Ask whether the tent is clean & dry.
• Check for ground tarp. Check that all pieces listed on the tag are present and undamaged and have ID tags that match the tent.
• Check for dampness, dirt.

Sleeping bags

• Ask whether the bag is clean & dry.
• Make sure the stuff sack and bag ID’s match.
• Check for dampness, dirt, and damage

Backpacks

• Check for dampness, dirt, and tears.
• Check for missing or broken buckles (waist, chest, top, side).
• Check shoulder straps & zippers.
• On internal frames, check metal & plastic components of frame.

Stove sets

• Make sure they brought stove, sack, pot, pot top, rectangular wind guard, circular heat reflector, and fuel bottle with pump.
• Ask if the stove had any problems.
• Make sure the pot & top each have two handle pieces.
• Check for visible damage to pump and stove.

Pots

• Make sure the pot & top each have two handle pieces.
• Ask if they washed it. Check for dirt.

Clothing/ Nalgenes

• Ask if they washed it. Check for dirt and dampness.

Snowshoes

• Check that all buckles are present and working. Check for ripped straps. Check for unusually worn teeth.

Snow shovels

• Check if it has been bent.

Climbing gear

• Check harnesses for missing pieces, broken tighteners, or visible wear.

Maps/ Guidebooks

• Check for water damage or dirt.