Photos: Gift ideas for real Alaskans

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Vicky Ho demonstrates the stylish benefits of an the Xtratuf sports bra on Dec. 4, 2015.

Everybody knows Alaskans don't want or need the same holiday gifts as their distant cousins in Toledo. But shopping is tough business, so we're here to off a little help with can't-miss gifts that both sourdoughs and cheechakos can appreciate.

Neoprene Pajamas

What passes for scuba gear in the Lower 48, Alaskans consider practical sleep wear — especially when camping out anywhere in Southeast.

Mustang® Survival Underwear

Float coat for your junk. Pair with XTRATUF® Jogging Bra or Tyvek® Athletic Supporter.

BalAKlava

As the name implies, we've taken a regular balaclava and AK'd it up with the warmest lining imaginable: molten rock at 1,500 degrees Fahrenheit. Ski, snowmachine or just cruise around in that ill-advised convertible on harsh winter days, basking in the comfort of locally sourced lava from any one of the 52 volcanoes monitored by the Alaska Volcano Observatory.

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