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Ultimate Action Sports |
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South Carolina’s premiere water sport supplier ! |
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For reservation call : (864) 944-1887
Ultimate Action Sports LLC P.O. Box 175 Salem, SC 29676
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Ultimate Action Sports BOAT RENTAL AGREEMENT - WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS
I. DISCLAIMER
YOU MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER TO RENT ANY WATERCRAFT. ANYONE UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE MAY NOT OPERATE ANY WATERCRAFT AT ANY TIME DURING THIS RENTAL PERIOD.
This Rental Agreement, Waiver and Release is applicable to all renters, operators, passengers, and users of equipment provided by ~ Company. *(For purposes of this Waiver and Release, the term “Rental Company” includes all employees agents, representatives, servants, assigns, successors, insurers and subsidiaries of Rental Company). The undersigned agrees that he/she is also signing the Release on behalf of any minor children for whom he/she is parent, guardian, or otherwise responsible for care, custody and control. Renter agrees that he/she will disclose to Rental Company all potential operators, passengers, and users of said rental equipment. Renter further agrees that in the event that he/she fails to notify Rental Company of all potential operators, passengers, or users of said equipment, he/she will be personally liable for any damages to the undisclosed individual, even if such damages arise out of the negligence of fault of Rental Company.
II. EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK - CAUTION!! READ BEFORE SIGNING
I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE OPERATION OR USE OF A WATERCRAFT HAS inherent RISKS THAT MAY LEAD TO BODILY INJURY OR DEATH. I FURTHER UNDERSTAND THAT I AM NOT BOUND OR REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY OF TUE ACTIVITIES PRESENTED TO ME, BUT HAVE WILLINGLY AND VOLUNTARILY DECIDED TO PARTICIPATE. I REALIZE THAT I AM FREE TO REFUSE TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY OR ALL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING THOSE I FELL UNCOMFORTABLE WITH OR WHICH I FEEL CANNOT BE COMPLEPTED SAFELY BY ME. I KNOWLINGLY AND VOLUNTARILY ASSUME ALL RISK OF INJURY, ILLNESS DAMAGE OR LOSS OF THE WATERCRAF~ OF ASSOCA1TED RENTAL EQUIPMENT, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE, ACT, OR OMISSION OF RENTAL COMPANY. AND ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY PARTICIPATION.
III. RELEASE OF LIABILITY - CAUTION!! READ BEFORE SIGNING
I HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS RENTAL COMPANY FROM ALL LIABILITY, CLAIMS, DEMANDS OR CAUSE OF ACTION FOR ANY INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, OR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSON OR PROPERTY INCURRED BY ME AND/OR ANY MINOR CHILDREN FOR WHOM I AM A PARENT, LEGAL GUARDIAN, OR OTHERWISE RESPONSIBLE., WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF RENTAL COMPANY OR OTHERWISE. THIS INCLUDES ANY INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, OR LOSS OR DAMAGE. TO PERSON OR PROERTY INCURRED AS A RESULT OF A HIDDEN, LATENT OR OBVIOUS DEFECT ON THE WATERCRAF~ OR ANY OF THE EQUIPMENT USED, OR ANY FAILURE TO PROPERLY INSTRUCT, SUPERVISE OR TRAIN.
IV. COVENANT NOT TO SUE
AS PART OF THE CONSIDERATION FOR USING THE CHARTERED EQUIPMENT, I PROMISE NOT TO SUE OR MAKE A CLAIM AGAINST RENTAL COMPANY FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS SUFFERED AS A RESULT OF MY PARTICIPATION IN THE RENTAL ACTIVITIES.
V. LIABILITY TO THIRD PARTIES
I AGREE THAT I WILL INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS RENTAL COMPANY FOR ALL PERSONAL INJURIES, PROPERTY DAMAGES, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES TO ANY AND ALL THID PARTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, OPERATORS AND PASSENGERS OF OTHER WATERCRAFT AND MINOR CHILDREN UNDER THE UNDERSIGNED’S CUSTODY, CARE, AND CONTROL, AS A RESULT OF ANY AND ALL ACTIVITIES RELATED TO THE RNTAL, OFERATION, OR USE OF EQUIPMENT PROVIDED BY RENTAL COMPANY. EVEN IF SUCH DAMAGES ARISE OUT OF THE NEGLIGENCE OR FAULT OF RENTAL COMPANY.
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VI. RENTERS CONSENT TO PAYMENT OF RENTAL WATERCRAFT LOSSES AND DAMAGES
A valid credit card number shall be retained by the Rental Company and will be used to provide full compensation for failing to return said rental watercraft in as good condition as when received by Renter. Compensation includes, but is not limited to, reimbursement of articles damaged, missing or broken. Renter authorizes the Rental Company to charge Renters credit card for these items in such case. In the alternative or in addition to the charges to Renters credit card, the Rental Company, in its sole discretion, may demand that Renter pay such charges in immediately available funds such as cash or certified check. The amount available on the balance of the credit card shall in no way be considered a limitation on the amount of damages, reimbursements, or rental charges owed to the Rental Company by the Renter.
Renter hereby acknowledges and understands that the boat is without damages or defects including, but not limited to, dents, scratches, tears, stains and propeller damage. An inspection of the new boat will be conducted by both the Rental Company and Renter prior to the rental period whereby any existing damages will be noted and acknowledged in writing on the attached BOAT RENTAL AGREEMENT form. Upon return of the boat, both the Rental Company and Renter will conduct a final inspection. Renter will be held responsible and liable for the total cost of any and all damages to the boat that were not noted during the initial inspection. The Rental Company offers an insurance option that the Renter may purchase. If the Renter purchases the insurance option, then the Renter will only be liable up to, but not exceeding the full amount of the Rental Company’s existing deductible of $1,000. If the Renter chooses not to purchase the insurance option, the Renter will be liable for the full amount of damages incurred.
Renter Chooses To Purchase the Insurance Option:___________ Not to Purchase the Insurance Option:____________ Renter Initials Renter Initials Renter acknowledges and understands that all rental watercraft include accessory items and all South Carolina Department of Natural Resources required equipment including, but not limited to Personal flotation Devices, oars, fire extinguishers, throw devices, ice chests, anchors, etc. All items including the values of each item will be noted between the Rental Company and the Renter prior to launching the rental watercraft. By signing the inventory list, the Renter acknowledges and accepts full responsibility for all items listed. Upon return of the rental watercraft, the Rental Company and the Renter will be counted. Any items missing from the signed Agreement will be paid for by the Renter as stated herein.
Early returns or cancellation due to the negligence of the Renter will not result in a refund. ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS will be given due to mechanical failure until Rental Company has had the opportunity to check the unit for operator negligence and or abuse. If it is determined that the Renter has caused damage to the unit, the Rental Company reserves the right to charge the Renter’s credit card without any further notification or authorization from the Rental Company.
VII. GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
I certify that I have received adequate and proper safety and operational instruction for the equipment and watercraft rented from Rental Company and am capable in all aspects of the handling and operation of such equipment and watercraft and following all safety instructions. I agree not to use nor permit the use of the equipment (a) for any unlawful purpose; (b) in a careless, reckless, or negligent manner; (c) while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs; (d) to carry passengers or property in excess of the craft’s rated capacity; (e) in a race or competition; or (d) in violation of the instructions I received from Rental Company.
Pets are not allowed on the boats at anytime.
This Agreement sets forth the entire agreement and understanding between the parties, and all previous discussions, understandings, representations, negotiations, and agreements with respect to the matters included in this Agreement and merged herein. Additionally, the consideration recited herein is the full, complete and entire consideration for this Agreement, and there is no further consideration to be paid by any party to any other party other than as recited herein.
If any provision or part of a provision of this Agreement shall be determined to be void or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of the Agreement shall remain valid and enforceable by any party.
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the State of South Carolina In the event Rental Company prevails in any litigation or claim relating to the enforcement of the provisions contained herein, I agree to pay and indemnify Rental Company for its litigation expenses, including reasonable legal fees and court costs.
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I expressly warrant and represent that before executing this Agreement I have fully informed~ myself of the terms, conditions and effect of the Agreement, and that I have veiled solely on my own judgment in executing the document.
I have read the terms of this Rental Agreement, Waiver and Release of All Claims including the provisions regarding Assumption of Risk, Release of Liability, Disclaimer of Express and Implied Warranties and the Covenant Not to Sue, and I understand that I am giving up substantial rights in consideration for my use of Rental Company’s watercraft and equipment. I enter into this agreement freely and voluntarily without any inducement.
I agree to assume responsibility, even those risks arising out of negligence by Rental Company, other passengers, riders, and/or all participants on the Watercraft. My and our participation in the activity is purely voluntary. I assume full responsibility for myself and all passengers on the Watercraft, including any minor children, for any bodily injury, accident, illness, paralysis, death or loss of personal property even if caused, in whole or in part, by the negligence or other fault of passengers, riders, guests and other passengers on the Watercraft and even if caused, in whole or in part by the negligence or other fault of the Rental Company, its officers, directors, employees, agents, subsidiaries, legal representative and assigns (collectively the “Releasees”).
CAUTION!!! READ THIS ENTIRE DOCUMENT BEFORE SIGNING. THIS DOCUMENT AFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS AND RELEASES ALL LIABILITY AGAINST RENTAL COMPANY.
The Renter’s signature below indicates that you have read this entire document and agree to its terms and conditions and are signing this document on behalf of all the Operators/Passengers as listed below. Furthermore, any passenger not listed on this document.
Renter:
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