Kayak and paddleboard rentals for waterfront apartment communities
Turn your waterfront into an amenity residents use, and one that stands out in listings and on tours.
Why it works for waterfront apartments
Renters compare amenity lists closely, and "on the water" only goes so far if residents can't get out on it. A paddle rack gives them something to do steps from home: an after-work paddle, a weekend afternoon with friends, a reason to invite visitors over.
It doesn't add work for your team. Residents rent directly through Launch Lockers on their phones, and we take care of the gear, cleaning, payments, waivers, and renter support. Your leasing office doesn't hand out keys, track equipment, or field calls about a broken paddle.
It's also easy to market. A rack by the water photographs well for listings, tours, and social media, and it gives your community a lifestyle story that competitors without water access can't tell.
Flexible partnership options
Choose the setup that fits your budget. We're flexible, and every option keeps the day-to-day work off your plate.
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No upfront cost
Zero-cost deployment
We buy, install, stock, and operate the rack at no cost to you. In return for hosting it, a small portion of rental revenue is shared with you.
- Nothing to buy
- No staff or upkeep on your side
- A share of rental revenue
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Flexible
Custom arrangement
Want to cover part of the equipment cost for a larger share, start with a one-season pilot, or set seasonal terms? We'll build an arrangement around your budget and goals.
- Terms built around your budget
- Pilot-friendly
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Larger share
Own the equipment
Purchase the racks and gear yourself and keep a larger share of rental revenue. We still run everything renters touch: booking, payments, waivers, and support, for a small ongoing platform fee.
- Larger revenue share
- We still run the platform and renter support
- Small ongoing platform fee
Every arrangement includes booking, payments, digital waivers, and renter support through the Launch Lockers platform.
How a pilot works
We're choosing our first partners now. Here's what getting started looks like.
Talk it through
Tell us about your property and goals. We'll look at where a rack fits and which arrangement makes sense.
Agree on terms
Zero-cost, custom, or owning the equipment. We'll put it in a simple written agreement.
Install and stock
We set up the rack, signage, and gear. Renters can book from day one.
Review together
After the pilot, we look at how it went with you and decide what's next.
Questions we hear
Do residents pay to rent?
Yes. Renters pay per rental on their phones. We'll agree on rates with you before the rack goes live.
Will this create work for maintenance staff?
No. We inspect, clean, and repair the gear and restock the rack.
Is it safe for residents who've never paddled?
Kayaks and paddleboards on calm water are beginner friendly, every rental includes a life jacket, and we place racks at calm, easy launch spots.
What does a rack cost a property?
It depends on the arrangement. On a zero-cost deployment, we pay for the rack and gear, and a small portion of rental revenue is shared with you. You can also purchase the equipment to keep a larger share, with a small ongoing platform fee, or set up something in between.
Talk to us about a pilot
Tell us a bit about your property and we'll follow up to talk through fit, placement, and terms. No commitment.
Prefer email? hello@launchlockers.com