Our Rental Philosophy

For over 38 years, 6th Avenue Outfitters has been the trusted source for winter gear rentals. Located in the heart of downtown, we specialize in outfitting visitors for their Alaskan adventures, from multi-stop tours to Northern Lights excursions.

Trusted Gear for Your Alaskan Adventure

Our winter rental kits feature carefully selected, high-performance gear we’ve trusted and sold for years. These are the same parkas, snow pants, boots, and accessories relied upon daily by our customers living in Alaska’s harshest environments and real-life tested everyday.

Convenient Gear Management

We make managing your gear hassle-free, no matter where your Alaskan adventure takes you:

• Single Duffel: Your kit comes packed in an easy-to-carry duffel for convenience.
• Starting in Fairbanks and Ending in Anchorage: We’ll ship your gear to your hotel 5 days before your arrival. Return the gear to us at our Anchorage store, or we can pick it up from your hotel for a small fee.
• Starting in Anchorage and Ending in Fairbanks: Pick up your gear at our store, or have it delivered to your hotel for a small fee. We provide prepaid return postage and a shipping box for you to drop off your gear at the Fairbanks Post Office, conveniently located near the airport at 5400 Mail Trail, Fairbanks, AK 99709.
• In Fairbanks the Whole Time: We’ll ship your gear to your hotel 5 days before you arrive. Return it to us via the US Postal Service, or we can arrange delivery and pickup at your hotel for a small fee.
• On a Collette Guided Tour: Leave your gear duffel with your guide, and they’ll return it to us in Anchorage.

How Ordering Works

• Choose a Kit: Start by selecting the rental kit that fits your needs, along with the number of rental days, and add it to your cart.
• A La Carte: We also offer A La Carte rentals, so if you don't want a kit, you can skip choosing one.
• Select Sizes: For each piece of outerwear—jacket, snow pants, boots, and gloves—select your size and add them to your cart.
• Checkout: Complete your checkout and choose RENTAL as your payment type. You won’t be charged at this stage, but your reservation will be confirmed.
• Finalize Details: Once we receive your order, we’ll contact you to confirm sizes, review your schedule, and arrange transportation or pickup details.

Our priority is your confidence and comfort, ensuring you’re fully equipped for an unforgettable Alaskan adventure.

Tailored to Your Activity Level

Our Kits are based on the level of activity and warmth you’ll need:

• Alyeska Kit - Highly Active Adventures: Designed for activities like downhill skiing, where less insulation is ideal for flexibility and comfort.
• Iditarod Kit - Moderately Active Adventures: Perfect for activities like snowshoeing or dog sledding, offering a balance of warmth and mobility.
• Northern Lights Kit - Mostly Inactive Adventures: Built for long periods of standing in place, such as watching the aurora, with the highest levels of insulation for extreme cold.

If you’re unsure which category fits your trip, we’re here to help recommend the best gear to ensure your Alaskan adventure is everything you hoped it would be.

Alyeska Kit - Active

Enjoy your Alaskan adventure with our Alyeska Kit consisting of +20°F (-6ºC) lightweight, waterproof, breathable outerwear that you can rent for $38 per day, perfect for skiing, snowshoeing, or hiking.

Iditarod Kit - Moderately Active

Our most popular winter rental! Prepare for Alaska’s winter adventures with the Iditarod Kit, featuring gear rated to -20°F. This kit includes a winter parka, snow pants, gloves, and boots—all for $38/day. Designed for comfort and warmth, it’s ideal for dog sledding, exploring glaciers, or spectating the Iditarod.

Northern Lights Kit - Mostly Inactive

Stay protected in extreme cold with the Northern Lights Kit, tailored for temperatures as low as -40°F. This kit includes a heavy-duty winter parka, snow pants, down gloves, and -40°F-rated boots. Rent it for $48/day and be ready for aurora watching, Iditarod Trail activities, and other extended outdoor adventures.

Kids Kit - For Little Adventurers

The Kids Kit keeps children warm and comfortable with -25° winter jackets and snow pants and -35° snow boots. From sledding to snowshoeing, this kit ensures your little ones stay cozy and protected during outdoor adventures.

Rent Kids Kit

Important Aspects of Sizing Winter Gear

Properly sizing winter gear is essential for comfort, warmth, and functionality during cold-weather activities. Here’s what you need to consider:

• Room for Layering: Winter gear should accommodate multiple layers (base, mid, and outer) without feeling tight or restricting movement, so if you are in between sizes, always choose the larger size.
• Mobility and Comfort: Choosing a larger size ensures your gear will allow for free movement, particularly in areas like shoulders, arms, and knees, to prevent restriction during activities.
• Proper Length: Our Parkas cover your lower back when bending or sitting, snow pants will meet your boots without excessive bunching, and our gloves will overlap jacket cuffs for complete coverage.
• Boot Fit: Baffin Boots fit snug. There is no need for a thick sock with a Baffin Boot. In fact, most people wear thin wool socks with Baffin Boots. If you are in between sizes, always order the larger size. Baffin provides a snug fit without pinching, and your foot will stay secure around the heel to prevent slipping.
• Extremities Coverage: Your hats should be fleece-lined, and if you are on an Aurora Viewing tour, we strongly recommend a balaclava to fully cover your head, ears and neck.

Final Tip: We are happy to talk with you about your trip and to help properly fit your gear as that can make your visit a comfortable, enjoyable winter adventure.

Check out our 2025 Rental Brochure, packed full of information for your trip!

Get ready for your Alaskan adventure! Our 2025 Winter Rental Brochure is packed with all the information you need to gear up for an unforgettable winter experience.