Adaptive Equipment
The following pieces of adaptive equipment is available for rent from the Challenge Alaska Anchorage office. Each rental requires a credit card as a deposit in the event the equipment is damaged or not returned. Rental rates can depend on length of time the equipment is needed for. Some equipment cannot be rented for more than a set period of time due to high demand or need for use in Challenge Alaska programs. Please contact Jeff with any questions at 344-7270 or by This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Sport Wheelchairs
Sport Wheelchairs are designed to enhance performance. These wheelchairs are available for extremely short term use due to the high frequency of use they receive in our ongoing programs. We have 11 of these sport chairs available.
Cost: $5 / day $12 / 3 days $22 / week
Recumbent Bicycle
This bike was designed to be a mobility extender for folks that want the extra stability of a three wheeled machine but don't want a seat that is too close to the ground. The seat is at chair height. This means that you will not have to fall into or climb out of it. All users of this piece of equipment are required to agree to wear a helmet at all times while using. We have one of these bicycles available.
Cost: $10 / day $20 / 3 days $40 / week
One-Off Ha
ndcycle
This unique handcycle allows the rider to go off-road and attempt terrain not possible with other handcycles. The design puts the drive wheel in the rear and places the rider over the cranks instead of behind them for improved power. The three-wheel disc brakes provide extra grab power and dual steering options allow for superb control when riding downhill. All users of this piece of equipment are required to agree to wear a helmet at all times while using. We have one of these available.
Cost: $10 / day $20 / 3 days $40 / week
Daily Use Chair
A standard Quickie wheelchair that is available as a chair for those in need for short periods of time. We have one of these wheelchairs available.
Cost: $5 / day $12 / 3 days $22 / week
Adult Trike
This three wheeled bike is powered by traditional pedals. It is an adult size and fits individuals from 5’4” up to 6’4”. All users of this piece of equipment are required to agree to wear a helmet at all times while using. We have one of these bicycles available.
Cost: $8 / day $16 / 3 days $26 / week
Tandem Bicycle 
A traditional tandem hybrid that can handle some dirt trails as well as the urban jungle. All users of this piece of equipment are required to agree to wear a helmet at all times while using. We have two of these tandem bicycles available.
Cost: $10 / day $20 / 3 days $40 / week
Terra Trak
This wheelchair is designed to go off-road. While it is possible for the user to push this chair independently, it is difficult to assist by pushing from behind without the assistance of the individual in the chair. We recommend using the Kili Cart if the user is unable to assist in propelling the Terra Trak. We have one Terra Trak available.
Cost: $5 / day $12 / 3 days $22 / week
Wheelchair Racer 
Wheelchair racers are traditionally used on paved trails and tracks, but can be used in any paved setting as the disabled version of running. Please note that the buckets on these chairs are relatively small and the fit needs to be very snug to maximize performance. All users of this piece of equipment are required to agree to wear a helmet and protective gloves at all times while using. There are two of the wheelchair racers available.
Cost: $5 / day $12 / 3 days $22 / week
Youth Upright Handcycle
An upright handcycle is an entry-level bike for those who are new to the sport, who just want exercise or recreation, or who don’t want to ride very long distances or go very fast. Because of their higher center of gravity, upright handcycles aren’t suitable for speeds higher than 15 mph. All users of this piece of equipment are required to agree to wear a helmet at all times while using. There are three youth upright handcycles available.
Cost: $10 / day $20 / 3 days $40 / week
Youth Racer Handcycle 
A racer or “recumbent” handcycle is aimed at those who want to ride longer distances, compete in tours or races, or who wish to take their fitness training to the next level. The cycles require more effort to enter/exit and require more precise fitting than upright handcycles. Because of their build they are able to go faster with less effort and have more gearing options. All users of this piece of equipment are required to agree to wear a helmet at all times while using. There are three youth racer handcycles available.
Cost: $10 / day $20 / 3 days $40 / week
Adult Upright Handcycle
An upright handcycle is an entry-level bike for those who are new to the sport, who just want exercise or recreation, or who don’t want to ride very long distances or go very fast. Because of their higher center of gravity, upright handcycles aren’t suitable for speeds higher than 15 mph. All users of this piece of equipment are required to agree to wear a helmet at all times while using. There is one adult upright handcycle available.
Cost: $10 / day $20 / 3 days $40 / week
Adult Racer Handcycle
A racer or “recumbent” handcycle is aimed at those who want to ride longer distances, compete in tours or races, or who wish to take their fitness training to the next level. The cycles require more effort to enter/exit and require more precise fitting than upright handcycles. Because of their build they are able to go faster with less effort and have more gearing options. All users of this piece of equipment are required to agree to wear a helmet at all times while using. There are two adult racer handcycles available (1 Top End XLT Gold and 1 Top End Force).
Cost: $10 / day $20 / 3 days $40 / week
Toni-Cross
The Toni-Cross is a youth cycle that is for larger youth (ages 5-10 years of age) that uses pedals to engage and train the feet to work in a traditional bicycle motion. The bike has larger platform type pedals with straps to attach the pedals. The bike is "fixed gear" and the rider can be assisted as a parent gently pushes from behind, moving the bike and pedals (thus the feet) in a circular motion, training the feet to the motion used to propel a bike.
Cost: $3 / day $6 / 3 days $10 / week
AmTryke
The AmTryke is a youth cycle that incorporates pedals for use of feet and hand pedals for use of hands - all at the same time. The tryke is adjustable for height and seat position and will fit a variety of children (approximately 3-6 years of age). It features an adjustable backrest with two upper-body straps to help with positioning and durable rubber tires. This bicycle's primary purpose is not outdoor cycling, rather a therapeutic tool that helps develop range of motion and strength. All users of this piece of equipment are required to agree to wear a helmet at all times while using. There is one AmTryke available.
Cost: $3 / day $6 / 3 days $10 / week
Boccia Ball Set 
Boccia is a competitive game that can be played one-on-one, in pairs, or with teams of three. It is played on a specially marked court, usually with a hard surface. The goal of the game is for players/teams to throw/bowl game balls so that they get them as close as possible to a special target ball. The game begins with a player throwing the white target ball onto the court. Opponents then take turns trying to throw/bowl their game balls as close as possible to the target ball. When the game balls have all been thrown, a referee determines the points awarded to individual or teams based on measurement of how near the game balls are to the target ball. To learn more about the Paralympic Sport of Boccia, please click on this link .
Cost: $10 / day $20 / 3 days $40 / week
Golf Cart
The adaptive golf cart is rated to travel on all surfaces on a golf course – including sand traps and putting greens. The cart allows a single individual to access the entire course, and places the golfer in s semi-standing position to maximize their play. There is one of these carts on the Anchorage Golf Course (O’Malley Rd), one on the Moose Run Golf Course, and one on the Kenai Golf Course. There is an additional cart that is slightly different from this cart on the Palmer Golf Course and is available for use by people with mobility impairments.
Kili Cart
Go off-road and enjoy Alaska with this cart. Designed originally to help a young man with a physical disability climb Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, it is capable of handling most Alaskan terrain. This cart requires that at least one person (other than the passenger) be available to push and maneuver the cart, and can accept up to five additional people (other than the passenger) to push and pull it up even the toughest hills. There is one Kili Cart available.
Cost: $3 / day $6 / 3 days $10 / week
Hockey Sled 
This sled allows individuals with mobility impairments and balance issues to skate on the ice. The person sits in the sled and uses two small sticks with steel picks on the end to push themselves across the ice. All users of this piece of equipment are required to agree to wear protective gear appropriate to the activity engaged in at all times while using.
Cost: $6 / day $14 / 3 days $24 / week
Golf Clubs
Men’s and women’s sets are available as well as adaptive clubs. There are two sets of men’s clubs and one set of women’s clubs available.
Cost: $5 / day $10 / 3 days $20 / week
Water Sit Ski
This water ski is exactly what it sounds like. Users can choose from either a Kan Ski or a Freedom Ski. The difference is that the Freedom Ski has a block attached to the front of the ski where the tow rope passes through and a knot in the rope absorbs the force that the skier usually would. The skier sits in a cage that attaches to the ski and comes in different sizes and heights. Skiers can also add or remove outriggers to provide greater support when learning to ski. All users of this piece of equipment are required to agree to wear a personal flotation device at all times while using. There is one Freedom Ski, one Kan Ski, four cages (different sizes) and one set of outriggers available.
Cost: $5 / day $10 / 3 days $20 / week
Nordic Sit Ski
This ski allows individuals with mobility and balance impairments to sit on two cross country skis at a fixed width and pole along the snow. At the Paralympic level, skiers propel themselves with an air rifle on their back to compete in biathlon just as an able bodied Nordic skier would. For safety reasons, we encourage any individual using the Nordic Sit Ski to travel with at least one other person (as we would recommend any Nordic Skier). There is one adult size and one youth size Nordic Sit Ski available.
Cost: $6 / day $14 / 3 days $24 / week
Tents
Challenge Alaska has a variety of tents available – from 2 person to 4 person.
Cost: $6 / day $10 / 3 days $20 / week
Sleeping Bags
Challenge Alaska has a variety of mummy style sleeping bags available.
Cost: $3 / day $5 / 3 days $10 / week