How much does it cost to list my gear on Paddlme?

Listing on Paddlme is completely free. No upfront cost, no monthly fee, no subscription. We only charge a 10% service fee when a booking is completed. If your gear doesn't rent, you owe us nothing.

What happens if a renter damages my gear?

Every booking on Paddlme includes owner gear protection. You also stay in control — you choose who rents your gear, set your own availability, and can require a security deposit.

What gear can I list or rent on Paddlme?

Any water sports equipment — kayaks, SUP boards, canoes, jet skis, wakeboards, and more. If it floats and someone nearby wants to use it, it belongs on Paddlme.

When and where is Paddlme launching?

Paddlme is launching first on the Hibiscus Coast in 2026, followed by an NZ-wide rollout.

Is Paddlme available on iOS and Android?

Yes! Paddlme will be available on both iOS and Android at launch.

Rent or List Kayaks & SUPs Near You.

New Zealand's peer to peer water sports marketplace. Free to join, free to list, we only earn when you do.

We only earn when you do - free to list, free to join, just a 10% service fee per completed booking

Your gear, your rules - set your price, approve renters, block dates anytime

Secure payments - held safely until your rental is confirmed

Paddlme app screens showing kayak hire listings, booking flow, and owner dashboard — available on iOS and Android

How It Works

Find Gear Near You

Browse verified kayaks, SUPs, jet skis & more listed by locals in your area. Filter by location, date, and type.

Book & Pay Securely

Reserve in seconds. Payment is held safely until your rental is confirmed, no awkward cash handovers.

Hit the Water

Pick up from your local, or request delivery. Your next paddle is waiting.

See it in action

Built for the Water

Everything you need to find gear, book a session, or manage your listings, all in one place.

Browse kayaks, SUPs and jet skis available for hire near you on Paddlme

Discover

Browse Gear Near You

Filter by type & location. Real listings from real locals.

Listings

Full Gear Details

Photos, price, owner profile & description. No surprises.

Select kayak hire dates and duration — 2 hours, 4 hours or half day

Booking

Pick Your Dates & Time

2 hours, half day, full day or more specific time slots. Book in under a minute.

Profiles

Verified Owners & Renters

Star ratings, review history & listings, all in one profile.

Manage kayak hire bookings — confirm rentals and track safety handovers on Paddlme

For Owners

Manage Your Bookings

Track rentals, confirm handovers & stay in control end to end.

In-app messaging to coordinate kayak pickup between owner and renter

Messages

Chat Safely In-App

Coordinate pickup, ask questions, no number sharing needed.

Two sides, one platform

Which Describes You?

I want to rent gear

Get on the Water Today

Find kayaks, SUPs, and jet skis listed by locals near you. No membership, no commitment, just book, pick up, and paddle.

Browse gear available near you by location & date
Try a $3,000 kayak for $60 before you buy
No membership fee - ever

Join as a Renter →

I want to earn from my gear

Turn Idle Gear Into Income

List your kayak, SUP, or jet ski for free and start earning from gear that would otherwise sit in storage. You stay in full control.

Free to list, no upfront cost, no subscription
Keep 90% of every booking you earn
You approve every renter - full control, always

Join as an Owner →

More Adventure, Less Overhead

New Zealand has 15,000 km of coastline. Most of us never see it from the water, because we can’t justify the cost of gear we’d use a handful of times a year. Paddlme changes that. Borrow quality gear from someone in your suburb. No storage, no maintenance, no membership. Just you, a paddle, and Aotearoa’s waters.

Paddle Anywhere in NZ

Access gear wherever you are, at the bach, on a road trip, or in your own backyard. Quality kit from locals right where you need it. No trailer required.

Try Before You Buy

Test a $3,000 kayak for $60 before committing. Rent different models from locals until you find your perfect match.

Earn From What You Own

That kayak sitting in your garage could earn you real income. List in minutes, set your own price, keep 90% of every booking.

Launching Hibiscus Coast · NZ-Wide 2026

Be First in the Water.

We’re building a local gear network that makes New Zealand’s coastline accessible to everyone. Join the waitlist and we’ll let you know the moment Paddlme goes live in your area.

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Common Questions

Everything you need to know before joining the waitlist.