What Rocky Mountain Paddleboard, LLC does

Rocky Mountain Paddleboard, LLC is a privately held Colorado-based water sports rental and experience company operating 10-11 reservoir locations across the state's Front Range, from Fort Collins in the north to Colorado Springs in the south. The company rents a diversified fleet of stand-up paddleboards, single and double kayaks, canoes, party boards, and pontoon boats, and offers a full calendar of themed community events (Full Moon Paddle, Paddle & Pints, Sunrise Sound Bath, Dog Paddle, Dragon Boat, Paddle the Rockies racing series) and lessons (SUP Yoga, Beginner SUP, Intro to Wing Foiling). Pricing is structured across four tiers: hourly walk-up or online rentals at $24-$67 per hour, premium pontoon boats at $225/hour, ticketed events and classes, and annual season passes ranging from $249 to $449 that provide unlimited watercraft access, buddy passes, and recreational discounts during the May-October operating window. Distribution is direct-to-consumer via the FareHarbor booking platform, walk-up sales at all locations, and a Tripleseat inquiry form for group bookings requiring a minimum of 10 crafts. The company operates a sister brand, Rocky Mountain Ski & Wake, for wakeboarding, waterskiing, and tubing, with cross-promotion across websites. No proprietary technology, AI/ML, or software IP is disclosed; the business is a craft rental and experience operator that has converted rental logistics into a multi-location, event-driven, community-anchored consumer brand.

Name

Rocky Mountain Paddleboard, LLC

Legal name

Rocky Mountain Paddleboard, LLC

Website

https://rockymtnpaddleboard.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Rocky Mountain Paddleboard (RMP) is a Colorado water sports rental and experience operator with 10-11 Front Range reservoir locations, offering paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, pontoon boats, themed events, and seasonal passes to consumer and group customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Boulder

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Watercraft Rentals: Hourly and multi-hour rentals of stand-up paddleboards, single and double kayaks, canoes, party boards, and pontoon boats at 11 Colorado Front Range locations. Online bookings carry standard rates; walk-up rentals incur a 10% weekday surcharge and 20% weekend surcharge.
2. Season Passes and Memberships: Annual season passes (May–October) sold in four tiers: BYOBoard Events Pass ($249), Local Pass ($299), Go Anywhere ($349), and Family Pass ($449). Passes provide unlimited craft access, buddy passes, discounts on events and food/beverages, and member-exclusive perks.
3. Group and Private Experiences: Group bookings for corporate team building, youth programs, self-guided adventures, and curated experiences; pontoon boats for private events. Minimum 10 crafts required for self-guided group bookings.
4. Events and Classes: Ticketed community events (Full Moon Paddle, Paddle & Pints, Sunrise Paddle + Sound Bath, Dog Paddle, SUP Yoga, Dragon Boat, SUP races) and lessons (Beginner SUP Lessons, Intro to Wing Foiling). Events run monthly or weekly with capacity limits (10–100 attendees depending on event).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Rocky Mountain Paddleboard rents stand-up paddleboards, single and double kayaks, canoes, party boards, and pontoon boats by the hour at 11 Colorado Front Range reservoir locations, with sister-company extensions into waterskiing, wakeboarding, and tubing. The company also delivers a full calendar of ticketed community experiences, classes, and lessons, supported by a four-tier annual Season Pass membership program and group adventure bookings for corporate, youth, and private events.

Product overview

Rocky Mountain Paddleboard is a water sports rental and experience company operating at 11 locations across Colorado's Front Range. The company offers a unified portfolio of paddle sports rentals (Stand Up Paddleboards, Single and Double Kayaks, Canoes, Party Boards, Pontoon Boats, Waterski, Wakeboarding, and Tubing) alongside a diverse calendar of guided experiences and classes (Sunrise Paddle + Sound Bath, Paddle & Pints, Full Moon Paddle, Dog Paddle, SUP Yoga, Dragon Boat, Paddle the Rockies racing series, Sound Waves at Sunset, and Beginner Lessons). The offering is anchored by seasonal and annual Season Pass subscriptions (BYOBoard Events Pass, Local Pass, Go Anywhere, Family Pass) that provide recurring access and perks across all locations. Additional services include group adventures for corporate teams, youth programs, and private events.

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Rental Hourly rental of stand-up paddleboards with up to 250 lb capacity for one adult plus a child or dog, or 300 lb capacity wide boards for two adults; suitable for beginners and casual paddlers at Boulder, Longmont, Denver, Lakewood, Georgetown, Westminster, Fort Collins, and Colorado Springs locations.
• Single Kayak Rental Hourly rental of sit-on-top ocean style single kayaks with built-in drainage holes and up to 360 lb capacity, designed for solo cruises at Front Range reservoir locations.
• Double Kayak Rental Hourly rental of tandem sit-on-top ocean style kayaks for two people, with drainage holes and up to 450 lb capacity, available at Front Range reservoir locations.
• Canoe Rental Hourly rental of spacious, stable canoes with up to 500 lb capacity suitable for families or small groups including kids, gear, and dogs, available at Front Range reservoir locations.
• Party Board Rental Hourly rental of oversized paddleboards accommodating up to 8 adults plus small children, designed for group paddling and floating as a social lounging platform.
• Pontoon Boat Rental Hourly rental of spacious pontoon boats for up to 15 people at Boulder Reservoir ($225 for the first hour, $175 per additional hour, including gas and lifejackets) for family outings, celebrations, and group adventures.
• Sunrise Paddle + Sound Bath Experience Monthly ticketed morning paddle experience combining a guided on-water sound bath meditation with a coffee bar and fresh pastry bar; capacity 50 participants.
• Paddle & Pints Experience Monthly ticketed floating happy hour experience combining paddling with complimentary drinks, lakeside social vibes, and a giveaway; capacity 75 participants.
• Full Moon Paddle Experience Monthly ticketed themed night paddle event with glowing boards, LED swag, underwater lights, themed food and drinks, a live DJ, and raffle prizes; capacity 100 participants.
• Dog Paddle Experience Monthly ticketed paddling event designed for dog owners featuring paddling with pets, complimentary photos, a self-serve puppuccino bar, and a dog toy raffle; capacity 50 participants.
• SUP Yoga Classes Weekly ticketed paddleboard yoga class combining on-land instruction with on-water practice to build balance, strength, and flexibility; capacity 10 participants.
• Beginner Paddleboard Lessons Certified-instructor beginner SUP lessons covering balance, paddling technique, and water safety through on-land and on-water practice; capacity 10 participants.
• Community Dragon Boat Experience Weekly ticketed team-driven dragon boat paddling experience suitable for beginners and seasoned paddlers; capacity 20 participants.
• Paddle the Rockies Race Series Colorado-only paddle racing series featuring SUP and OC1 races with separate classes, trophies for top finishers, and an optional $99 Race Season Pass.
• Sound Waves at Sunset Experience Ticketed special sunset experience combining a guided on-water meditation and sound bath with free paddle time; capacity 50 participants.
• Season Pass Memberships Annual May-October season passes sold in four tiers (BYOBoard Events Pass $249, Local Pass $299, Go Anywhere $349, Family Pass $449) offering unlimited or discounted craft access at one or all locations, buddy passes, discounts on events, food and beverages, exclusive merch, and member-only events.
• Group Adventures (Corporate, Youth, Private) Organized group watercraft experiences for corporate team building, youth programs, self-guided adventures, and curated private events, including bachelor/bachelorette parties and school or camp outings, with a minimum 10-craft requirement for self-guided group bookings.

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Chill FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNon-profit partner featured in the Our Partners section; Chill Foundation focuses on providing outdoor access and experiences, aligning with RMP's community mission.
• Diversify WhitewaterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDiversity and inclusion partner in the outdoor recreation space; featured in the Our Partners section.
• Sober OutdoorsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner organization for sober outdoor recreation events; RMP hosts sober-oriented paddle events in Colorado through this partnership.
• Thorne Nature ExperienceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEnvironmental education non-profit featured in the Our Partners section; shares mission of connecting people with nature.
• SunBumminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSun care and lifestyle brand; logo displayed in the Our Partners section, suggesting co-marketing relationship.
• Origin Hotel Red RocksminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHotel partner near Red Rocks Amphitheatre; logo featured in the Our Partners section.
• BruMateminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCooler and beverage gear brand; logo featured in the Our Partners section.
• Outdoor ElementminorGTM or Marketing PartnerColorado-based outdoor gear retailer; logo displayed in the Our Partners section.
• Cabin Creek BrewingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGeorgetown Lake location is positioned in the backyard of Cabin Creek Brewery; brewery provides restroom facilities, and RMP operates immediately adjacent to the brewery's outdoor dining patio. Pints & Paddle events and on-site concessions reference this co-location.
• Athletic BrewingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNon-alcoholic beer brand featured in the Our Partners section.
• DripDropminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOral rehydration brand; logo displayed in the Our Partners section, likely providing hydration products for events.
• Tellus OutdoorminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFort Collins-based outdoor brand; logo displayed in the Our Partners section.
• Lakeside Cafe (Boulder)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerOn-site food and beverage concession at Boulder Reservoir; Lakeside Cafe provides refreshments and casual bites for RMP customers before and after paddling.
• Rocky Mountain Ski & WakecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSister company (rockymtnskiandwake.com) that RMP refers customers to for wakeboarding, waterskiing, and tubing. Waterski, wakeboarding, and tubing rental pages are listed under the RMP website but redirect to the sister company's booking system. This is a core co-selling relationship within the same ownership group.
• Community SailingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIntro to Wing Foiling and Windsurfing classes redirect customers to Community Sailing's registration page (communitysailing.org); RMP serves as an on-water partner for this partner's program.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Suntex Marinas: Largest U.S. marina operator with dozens of locations offering boat rentals, water sports experiences, and on-water amenities. Comparable to RMP's multi-location water-based rental/experience model, but focused on motorized watercraft and slips rather than paddle sports.
• NRS (Northwest River Supplies): Specialty water sports retailer and manufacturer with paddle sports gear (SUPs, kayaks, PFDs, accessories) sold across multiple U.S. channels. Comparable to RMP on the paddle sports category focus, but is a retailer/manufacturer rather than a rental-and-experience operator.
• Sun & Ski Sports: Multi-location outdoor recreation retailer with paddle sports equipment and seasonal rental programs across multiple U.S. markets. Comparable to RMP on the paddle sports rental/experience side, but operates as a retail-anchored chain rather than resort-style on-water concessions.
• Backcountry: Online outdoor recreation retailer with adventure experience components. Comparable to RMP in the broader outdoor recreation category, but operates as an e-commerce-first retailer rather than a physical on-water operator.
• Bass Pro Shops / Cabela's: National outdoor recreation retailer with category presence in paddle sports, kayaks, and marine experiences. Comparable to RMP on outdoor recreation customer base and paddle sports product mix, but as a mass-market retailer rather than a local experience operator.
• REI Co-op: National outdoor recreation co-op that operates multi-location retail stores, rental programs, and outdoor experiences, including paddle sports rentals at select locations. Overlaps with RMP on craft rentals and outdoor experience offerings, but at much broader scale and with a retail-first model.
• Vail Resorts (Epic Discovery): Largest North American mountain resort operator, with Epic Discovery summer activities at multiple resorts including paddleboard, kayak, and similar lake-based experiences. Comparable to RMP on multi-location water-based experience offerings tied to scenic mountain settings, but operates at massively larger scale and as part of a 4-season resort portfolio.

Emerging players

• GetMyBoat: Global boat and watercraft rental marketplace offering charters and rentals across kayaks, SUPs, pontoon boats, and similar categories. Comparable to RMP on the demand side of paddle and small-craft rentals, but serves as a marketplace intermediary rather than operating physical locations.
• Boatsetter: Peer-to-peer boat rental marketplace connecting boat owners with renters across multiple U.S. markets, including pontoon and small craft rentals. Comparable to RMP's watercraft rental business model but operates as an asset-light platform rather than an on-water operator with owned inventory.

Regional players

• Lake Dillon Marina: Colorado mountain-reservoir marina operator offering boat rentals, paddle craft, and on-water experiences at Dillon Reservoir. Comparable to RMP on the multi-craft on-water rental/experience model at a Colorado reservoir, but operates in a single market rather than a multi-location Front Range network.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/rockymountainpaddleboard
• TikToktiktok.com/@rockymountainpaddleboard
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rocky-mountain-paddleboard-llc

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Investors

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