Exclusive Sport Rentals

Exclusive Sport Rentals is a sport, outdoor and event equipment rental business located on Keele Street in Vaughan, Ontario. Rather than selling gear, the business lets residents and visitors borrow what they need for a season, a weekend, or a single outing — from canoes and kayaks to mountain bikes, camping equipment, snowsport gear and equipment for corporate or backyard events. The idea is simple: try an activity, host a gathering, or take a trip without having to buy and store equipment that might only get used a few times a year.

What to ask about when you call ahead

A quick call to 855-917-7678 before visiting saves a trip: confirm that the specific gear you want is available for your dates, check what size or fit options exist, and ask what a reservation actually includes.

Because the rental catalogue is broad, it helps to know roughly which category you are calling about. On the outdoor and water side, the business rents canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, small fishing boats with outboard motors, inflatable boats, tubes and wakeboards — useful for cottage trips, lake days, or a first attempt at a new water sport. For land-based activity, there are mountain bikes, road bikes, hybrid bikes and gravel bikes suited to different terrain and skill levels, along with cargo boxes and carriers for transporting gear on a vehicle roof or hitch. Campers can rent tents, cots, stoves, coolers and sleeping bags rather than assembling a full kit for one or two trips a year. In colder months, the same location shifts toward downhill and cross-country skis, snowboards, snowshoes, ice fishing equipment and winter outerwear.

The rental roster also covers solo and team sports — golf clubs, racquet sports, archery equipment, and gear for baseball, soccer, football and street hockey — as well as equipment aimed at events: giant outdoor games, inflatable games and interactive activities that suit birthday parties, family reunions or company outings. When you call, mention the activity and the date range so staff can tell you what is on hand, whether a specific size or model is currently out, and whether delivery or pickup arrangements exist for your situation.

Busiest weeks to plan around

Demand at Exclusive Sport Rentals follows the outdoor calendar rather than a fixed weekly pattern, so booking further ahead matters more at certain points in the year than others.

Spring, once the snow clears, brings a rush for road bikes and mountain bikes as cyclists head back onto York Region trails and roads. Camping gear and canoes see their heaviest demand from late spring through summer, particularly around long weekends when cottage country and provincial parks such as Algonquin fill up and last-minute gear searches spike. Water sport equipment — kayaks, paddleboards, tubes and boats — follows the same summer curve, tapering off once the weather turns. Winter shifts the pattern entirely: skis, snowboards and winter camping equipment become the busiest categories once the first reliable snowfall hits, with weekends before ski trips or winter getaways being the tightest windows. Corporate and event bookings, including giant outdoor games and tents, tend to cluster around the warmer months when companies plan outdoor gatherings, though they can happen year-round for indoor events. If your dates fall on a long weekend or the first sunny stretch after a season change, calling with extra lead time gives you a better chance at the specific item you want.

Budgeting for a rental and what changes the total

The cost of a rental depends mainly on the type of equipment, how long you keep it, and whether you add accessories or transport options — not on a flat storefront price.

A single kayak or a set of camping gear for a weekend costs less than a monthly bike rental or an outboard motor rented for a multi-day fishing trip, since bigger or more specialized items generally carry higher rates and longer commitments raise the total even if the daily rate drops. Extended rentals, such as a bike or a cargo box kept for a full month, are typically priced differently than a single-day booking, so it is worth asking whether a weekly or monthly rate applies to your plans. Bundling related gear — a canoe with paddles and life jackets, or a tent with a stove and cots — can also affect the final figure compared with renting pieces separately. For corporate or event bookings, the number of games or activities requested, along with the event's length, shapes the estimate more than any single line item. Various payment methods are accepted, and getting a specific quote by phone or through the online reservation system, once you know your dates and the exact gear involved, is the most reliable way to know what to budget before you commit.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Vaughan location accessible for people with reduced mobility?

Accessibility details for the Keele Street location are not listed here, so it is best to call 855-917-7678 ahead of a visit to confirm parking, entrance access and whether staff can bring equipment out to a vehicle if needed.

Can rentals from here work for a special occasion?

Yes — the event rental category includes giant outdoor games, inflatable and interactive games, and equipment suited to birthdays, family gatherings, weddings and corporate outings, in addition to the standard sport and outdoor gear.

Is there something to rent in both winter and summer?

Yes, the catalogue is built around both seasons: warmer months bring canoes, kayaks, bikes, boats and camping gear, while colder months shift the focus to skis, snowboards, snowshoes and ice fishing equipment, so a visit or call makes sense at any time of year.

Do you need to book ahead, or can you just show up?

Reserving ahead by phone or through the online reservation system is recommended, especially around long weekends and the start of ski or camping season, since popular items and sizes can be booked out during peak periods.