PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING. THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND WAIVER OF CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS.
I agree and understand that biking is a HAZARDOUS activity with varying surface and environmental conditions. Further, I recognize that there are risks including, but not limited to, rocks of various sizes, uneven and/or slippery trail conditions, varying slopes, variations in terrain, bumps, stumps, forest growth, loose gravel and dirt, wet surfaces, holes, downed timber, debris, wildlife, other bikes and vehicles, and other hazards and obstacles. I must regulate my speed in order to negotiate trails and avoid such obstacles. Nonetheless, I voluntarily elect to participate in the aforementioned activity.
By execution of the Liability Release, I hereby acknowledge and expressly represent that:
1. I recognize that falls and collisions with pedestrians, other bike riders, aforementioned obstacles, hazards and vehicles do occur with this activity and I assume all risks and responsibility for such incidents and injuries.
2. I understand that HELMETS ARE REQUIRED and MAY reduce the risk of head injury, and I agree to wear a helmet at all times. If I sustain any injuries as a result to any of the aforementioned risks and hazards,
I AGREE TO NOT SUE GALLATIN ALPINE SPORTS.
I agree to accept "as is" the equipment listed on this form. I accept full financial responsibility for the equipment listed on this form. I promise to return it clean and undamaged by the agreed time and date, and if I fail to do so, I will pay for it's repair, cleaning or replacement at the full retail rate, as determined by GALLATIN ALPINE SPORTS, as well as for the full rental value of any additional days.
I warrant that I understand how to use the brakes and shifting mechanisms on the bicycle. I have visually checked the bicycle and received it in good working condition. I understand that the bicycles are equipped for daytime riding ONLY, and any use of the bicycle after dark is not recommended and is at my own risk.
This release form shall be binding upon the assignees, subriders, distributes, heirs, next of kin, executors and administrators of the undersigned and may be okayed by GALLATIN ALPINE SPORTS as a complete bar and defense against any claim, demand, action or cause of action by or on behalf of the undersigned.
In the event of any section of this Release is found to be unenforceable, the remaining terms shall be enforceable.
This release shall be binding to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT.