vQuip

Markets & Coverages

Six verticals. One specialist.

vQuip writes specialty coverage across six outdoor recreation classes. Each program is purpose-built for the specific risk class.

ATV & UTV rentals

Coverages offered

  • Commercial general liability (CGL)
  • Physical damage
  • Excess liability
  • Inland marine (equipment)
  • Medical payments
  • Hired & non-owned liability

Typical businesses

  • Off-road parks
  • Guided trail operators
  • Resort ATV programs

Key exclusions

  • Racing & competition events
  • Stunt or trick riding
  • Alcohol-related incidents

Appetite notes

Min. 1 year in operation. Enclosed or defined courses preferred. Rider safety briefing required at check-in.

Boat & marine rentals

Coverages offered

  • Hull coverage
  • Protection & indemnity (P&I)
  • Marina operators liability
  • Passenger liability
  • Dock liability

Typical businesses

  • Powerboat & pontoon rentals
  • Kayak & paddleboard operations
  • Watercraft rental businesses

Key exclusions

  • Chartered/livery >6 pax without USCG cert
  • Personal watercraft (unless endorsed)

Appetite notes

USCG-licensed operators required. PFD compliance enforced. Rental duration limits apply. Fleet under 10 years old preferred.

Snowmobile rentals

Coverages offered

  • Seasonal liability
  • Physical damage
  • Groomer liability
  • Trail operator liability

Typical businesses

  • Resort snowmobile programs
  • Guided tour operators

Key exclusions

  • Open-mountain freeriding
  • Backcountry without guide
  • Racing

Appetite notes

Groomed trails preferred. Seasonal program (Oct–Apr). Minimum 3 units for fleet discount. Helmets required for all riders.

E-bike & bike rentals

Coverages offered

  • General liability
  • Property
  • Product liability
  • Uninsured motorist

Typical businesses

  • Bike rental shops
  • E-bike tour operators
  • Multi-sport outfitters

Key exclusions

  • E-mopeds >750W / 28 mph
  • Throttle-only bikes on public roads

Appetite notes

Class 1 & 2 e-bikes by default; Class 3 available on request. Helmet compliance required. Maintenance logs on file.

Outdoor recreation & adventure

Coverages offered

  • Comprehensive liability
  • Activity operators coverage
  • Watercraft liability endorsement
  • Pollution liability (fuel-powered)

Typical businesses

  • Zip lines & ropes courses
  • Guided hiking tours
  • Whitewater rafting operators
  • Kayak & paddleboard rentals

Key exclusions

  • Ocean/open-water rentals >1 mi offshore
  • Whitewater Class IV+ without guide

Appetite notes

River outfitters welcome. Licensed guides and signed waivers required. Liability per-person limits available. Industry certifications on file.

Ski & snow sports rentals

Coverages offered

  • Liability
  • Equipment programs
  • Ski school liability
  • Ski lift/tow liability
  • Avalanche liability endorsement

Typical businesses

  • Ski rental shops
  • Tubing hills
  • Snow sports outfitters

Key exclusions

  • Off-piste/sidecountry without guide
  • Heli-ski operations

Appetite notes

Terrain park operators require additional underwriting. NSAA best practices compliance expected. Boot-fitting docs & equipment inspection records required.

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