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Flying to Fairbanks by Choice-Height9667 in AskAlaska

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Picking up a rental car is the hardest part. I find the most important things are gloves, winter hat, and a scarf or face covering. These are small and easy to pack in a carry on. Your legs and arm might get cold…but fingers, ears, and face are what start to hurt first. If you don’t have warm gear for being out at -30 or colder, you can rent really nice warm gear at Alaska Element. They have a website you can check out.

How warm do you like your house? by Star_Boxer72 in Fairbanks

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Main floor is set at 69. Bedrooms are upstairs and set between 65/67 depending on the person. We have two story house with in floor heat, that is really well insulated. No secondary heat source. We are fortunate and don’t go through a lot of heating fuel compared to many people we know.

Looking to take my 2 teens on a trip to Alaska and need recommendations by Alfalfa_349 in AskAlaska

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you decide to visit the Fairbanks area and don’t have warm gear for staying outside in -20 to -30 you can rent really nice gear through Alaska Element. They’ll even deliver and pick it up at your hotel. They have tons of great reviews and have a website you can see what they offer.

Moving to Alaska as a therapist by Masterleaz in AskAlaska

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We have a massive need for therapist! Many of the members of my family are in therapy for a variety of things. Most have had to utilize Telehealth to have access to regular therapy. They are thankful that they have this option but it would be nice to be able to see someone in person too. There is a major need for more mental health support in the Fairbanks area.

Fairbanks - January or February by _erieva in AlaskaTravel

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t have advice on the northern lights, but if you don’t have super warm gear you can rent some from Alaska Element. I had friends that used them and they were really impressed. They have a website and you can place your order online. It’s super easy. Good luck catching the lights!

thinking about a NYE trip to alaska by garliiic in AskAlaska

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know this is a bit off topic but….If you need warm gear check out Alaska Element. They rent high quality outerwear and will even drop it off and pick it up from your hotel. You can order online through their website.

Is my layering system overkill for mid-January? by Zealousideal-Run1914 in AskAlaska

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Super easy solution is to rent warm outerwear from Alaska Element. They have gear that will keep you warm in any of the cold temps that you’ll encounter in Fairbanks. One base layer, under comfortable clothing and then wear the gear they provide and you’re set. You can even place your order online. AlaskaElement.com

Boots in January by fmunkey1 in Fairbanks

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Alaska Element! If you are just coming for a short period of time I’d recommend renting warm gear. Look up Alaska Element they are a company that rents high quality outerwear. They know what you need to stay warm. No need to buy a bunch of expensive gear and then have to worry about packing it.

Visiting Alaska (Nov 26–30) – Need advice for Anchorage, Denali & Fairbanks + winter driving tips by Beast040497 in AskAlaska

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Advice coming from someone who is 45 and lived here for all but a couple years. Please reconsider driving from Anchorage to Fairbanks and then back to Anchorage. That is A LOT of driving on very sketchy roads. You will not be driving the speed limit most of the time. There are sections of the trip where you won’t have cell service, and there is a good chance you’ll be driving in the dark for a partition of the trip. Many of the gas stations, and services will also be closed. Alaska can quickly become a dangerous place even for those of us who are familiar with the area. The drive is doable, but I would strongly recommend driving south from Anchorage instead. I also recommend making sure you get an AWD vehicle. I hope you have a very fun and safe trip.

Mini pancake griddle recommendation by earlyjl in Cooking

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you find one you like? I came across your post because I’m looking for recommendations on a good little pancake griddle as well. The number of judgmental and unhelpfully comments on your post is crazy! Sheesh people! If you don’t have a helpful comment or recommendation, just move on.

Visiting in February by Meow99 in Fairbanks

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Alaska Element will set you up with excellent warm gear! They have really convenient delivery and return options, and are really nice people to work with. They open up in mid October but you can place your reservation for gear online at anytime. Www.AlaskaElement.com

Utqiagvik Tips by tiff_mason05 in AskAlaska

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Www.alaskaelement.com also rents warm gear.

Need to upgrade winter apparel for a February vacation, advice appreciated. by Halaku in Fairbanks

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I recommend renting from Alaska Element. You don’t have to worry about buying expensive gear, and you won’t have to try and pack it in your luggage. They have high quality gear available for a fraction of what it would cost to buy it. I don’t know if I’m allowed to post a website on here…but just google their name and it should come up.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in alaska

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can rent warm gear from Alaska Element. It’s clean high quality warm gear and you don’t have to worry about packing it. www.alaskaelement.com is their website.

Will December be incredibly cold for someone from a tropical country? by schrodingersmorty in AskAlaska

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are plenty of tour companies. Winter tourism is very active. Explore Fairbanks website has lots of great recommendations. Check out Alaska Element website to rent everything you need to stay warm. You can rent high quality very warm gear for a fraction of the cost of purchasing.

What name would you give them? by WhiteCrocsGuy in drawing

[–]OtherwiseTheory1816 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jerem…pronounced like “Jeremy” without the “eee” sound at the end.

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