Sports Equipment Storage DC: Bike, Kayak & Ski Pickup | CityStash

Washington, DC, has some of the best trails, waterways, and golf courses in the Mid-Atlantic. It also has some of the smallest apartments.

A single mountain bike can eat up half your living room. A kayak? Forget it. If you love your gear but have nowhere to put it, you are not alone.

That is where CityStash comes in. We pick up your equipment right from your apartment or home, store it safely in a climate-controlled space, and bring it back whenever your next adventure calls.

The DC Sports Storage Dilemma: Great Gear, No Space

DC residents live an active life. You are kayaking the C&O Canal on a Saturday morning, cycling through Rock Creek Park after work, or teeing off at a course like TPC Potomac on the weekend.

The problem is what happens between adventures. Most DC apartments were not built with a bike rack or a gear closet in mind. Add a kayak, a set of skis, and a golf bag, and your hallway starts looking like a sporting goods store.

You end up choosing between tripping over your gear every day or getting rid of stuff you actually want to keep using. Neither option is great.

Sports Equipment CityStash Stores (And Picks Up From Your Door)

Here is what we regularly pick up, store, and deliver back to DC residents:

• Bikes. Hallways and stairwells were not made for road bikes and mountain bikes. We store yours so you can grab it only when you need it.
• Kayaks. A kayak takes up more floor space than most DC bedrooms can spare. We handle the pickup so you never have to wrestle it down a stairwell again.
• Skis and snowboards. Winter gear takes up prime closet space for eight months of the year when you are not using it.
• Golf clubs. A golf bag is awkward to store in a studio or one-bedroom, especially if you only play a few times a month.
• Surfboards. Long, bulky, and nearly impossible to fit in a closet or under a bed.
• Patio and outdoor furniture. Chaise lounges and other seasonal furniture pile up fast once the weather turns.

Every item gets its own dedicated space in our facility, so nothing gets crushed or damaged while it waits for you.

How Sports Equipment Pickup Storage Works in DC

Here's how it works: you choose what you want stored, and we handle the rest.

1. Choose what you want to store: It could be one bike, a kayak, or a whole pile of seasonal sports gear.
2. Schedule a pickup: Pick a time that works for you. We offer pickups Monday through Friday from 10 am to 8 pm and Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm.
3. Get your gear ready: Just leave everything by your door or in your building lobby. You don't have to carry it down the street or find a way to get it to a storage facility.
4. We pick it up and store it: We'll load your gear and take it to our climate-controlled warehouse.
5. Request it back online before your next adventure: Log in, request the item you need, and we'll bring it back to your door.

No truck to rent. No storage unit to drive to across town. No trying to fit a kayak into an elevator while your neighbors watch. We handle the heavy lifting so you do not have to. 

Seasonal Sports Storage Strategy for DC Residents

The smartest way to use sports storage is to rotate your gear with the seasons.

Winter gear. Skis and snowboards only need to be out from around November through March. Store them the rest of the year and reclaim that closet space.

Summer gear. Kayaks, surfboards, and golf clubs get heavy use from spring through early fall. Once the weather turns, send them to storage until you need them again.

Bikes, year-round. If you travel often or ride seasonally, storing your bike between uses keeps it out of your entryway without giving it up altogether.

This kind of rotation is exactly why on-demand pickup and delivery makes more sense than a static storage unit. You only bring gear back when you are actually going to use it.

Tips for Prepping Sports Gear for Storage

A little prep before pickup can help keep your sports gear clean, dry, and ready to use when you need it again.

• Clean it first. Wipe off dirt, mud, sand, or anything else left from your last outing.
• Make sure it's dry. Moisture can lead to mold, mildew, or unpleasant odors, so let everything dry completely before storage.
• Check for damage. Look over your gear for loose parts, small repairs, or anything that needs attention.
• Pack smaller items together. Keep accessories, parts, and other loose pieces in one place so they don't get lost.
• Use protective covers when possible. Bags, cases, and padding can help protect equipment from scratches and dust.
• Remove anything you don't want stored. Empty pockets, compartments, bags, and containers before pickup.

Sports Equipment Storage FAQs

Can CityStash pick up a bike from a DC apartment?

Yes. We pick up directly from your door or building lobby, so you never have to carry your bike anywhere yourself.

How do I store a kayak in Washington, DC?

Book a pickup online, have your kayak ready at your building, and we take it from there. It stays in our climate-controlled facility until you request it back.

Is it cheaper to store ski equipment or buy a locker at the resort?

A resort locker only covers the season and only helps while you are at that specific mountain. Storing with CityStash keeps your gear safe in DC year-round, ready whenever you plan your next trip.

Can CityStash store a surfboard?

Yes. Surfboards are one of the trickiest items to fit in a DC apartment, and we store them just like any other piece of gear.

How quickly can I get my golf clubs back before a tee time?

Simply request your clubs online ahead of your tee time, and we will have them delivered back to you.

Ready to Reclaim Your Living Room?

Your sports gear doesn't have to take over your home. Book a pickup, and we'll take care of the storage until you're ready for it again.

Not sure if we can store your equipment? See what we store or get in touch with our team.