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Stay warm while you chase the aurora in Fairbanks with a -20°F rated parka, snowpants, boots and gloves. Private fittings, sizes to 5XL and shoes to men’s 17 make this a practical solution for extreme cold nights.
Stay warm while you chase the aurora in Fairbanks with a -20°F rated parka, snowpants, boots and gloves. Private fittings, sizes to 5XL and shoes to men’s 17 make this a practical solution for extreme cold nights.
Snow breath hangs in the headlights as you step out of a warm vehicle onto Standard Avenue; the parka zipper clicks, boots settle into fresh powder, and the sky above Fairbanks flexes neon — the aurora daring you to stay out longer. This -20°F cold-rated clothing package is built for that stretch between warmth and wonder: heavy insulated parkas, shell snowpants, insulated boots up to men’s 17, and mitts or gloves sized up to 5XL available in long and short cuts.
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Operated by Alaska Outdoor Gear Rental - Fairbanks · Fairbanks, Alaska
Snow breath hangs in the headlights as you step out of a warm vehicle onto Standard Avenue; the parka zipper clicks, boots settle into fresh powder, and the sky above Fairbanks flexes neon — the aurora daring you to stay out longer. This -20°F cold-rated clothing package is built for that stretch between warmth and wonder: heavy insulated parkas, shell snowpants, insulated boots up to men’s 17, and mitts or gloves sized up to 5XL available in long and short cuts.
Fairbanks sits on the Tanana River floodplain where permafrost, gold-rush history and Athabascan culture shape the landscape and nightly skies. Winters are long, temperatures routinely fall below -20°F, and local outfitting grew from necessity into a small-service economy that supports aurora chasers and backcountry travelers. The rental shop at 1855 Standard Avenue offers private fittings, cleaned gear between uses, and printed and digital aurora-chasing resources to help plan safe outings.
Practical guidance: rentals are valid for the calendar day (pick up in the morning; return next business day), so plan logistics around trailheads or a transfer if you’ll chase the lights late. Fit is critical — try parkas with a mid-layer and boots with the socks you'll wear, allowing room for circulation but not excessive gaps that trap cold. Bring moisture-wicking base layers and chemical hand warmers; charge electronics inside your jacket to preserve battery life. Use crampons or traction on icy access roads and always tell someone your route and expected return.
This package removes one big variable — cold — so you can focus on timing, location, and staying comfortable long enough to watch the sky shift.
The outfitter carries a wide selection from small up to 5XL and shoe sizes up to men’s 17; try items during your private fitting for best results.
Each rental is valid that calendar day—picked up in the morning and returned the next business day; you can book additional days if needed.
Yes—the company cleans gear before and after each use, and you return items without special cleaning steps.
Yes—parkas, insulated pants and boots rated to -20°F are suitable for snowshoeing, winter hikes, and general cold-weather travel with appropriate layering.
Alaska Outdoor Gear Rental - Fairbanks operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Snow breath hangs in the headlights as you step out of a warm vehicle onto Standard Avenue; the parka zipper clicks, boots settle into fresh powder, and the sky above Fairbanks flexes neon — the aurora daring you to stay out longer. This -20°F cold-rated clothing package is built for that stretch between warmth and wonder: heavy insulated parkas, shell snowpants, insulated boots up to men’s 17, and mitts or gloves sized up to 5XL available in long and short cuts.
Snow breath hangs in the headlights as you step out of a warm vehicle onto Standard Avenue; the parka zipper clicks, boots settle into fresh powder, and the sky above Fairbanks flexes neon — the aurora daring you to stay out longer. This -20°F cold-rated clothing package is built for that stretch between warmth and wonder: heavy insulated parkas, shell snowpants, insulated boots up to men’s 17, and mitts or gloves sized up to 5XL available in long and short cuts.
Fairbanks sits on the Tanana River floodplain where permafrost, gold-rush history and Athabascan culture shape the landscape and nightly skies. Winters are long, temperatures routinely fall below -20°F, and local outfitting grew from necessity into a small-service economy that supports aurora chasers and backcountry travelers. The rental shop at 1855 Standard Avenue offers private fittings, cleaned gear between uses, and printed and digital aurora-chasing resources to help plan safe outings.
Practical guidance: rentals are valid for the calendar day (pick up in the morning; return next business day), so plan logistics around trailheads or a transfer if you’ll chase the lights late. Fit is critical — try parkas with a mid-layer and boots with the socks you'll wear, allowing room for circulation but not excessive gaps that trap cold. Bring moisture-wicking base layers and chemical hand warmers; charge electronics inside your jacket to preserve battery life. Use crampons or traction on icy access roads and always tell someone your route and expected return.
This package removes one big variable — cold — so you can focus on timing, location, and staying comfortable long enough to watch the sky shift.