Southern travelers who just got back from Harbin shivering in the cold—are you still debating whether to buy a full set of winter gear in advance? As Ice City Warm Sun, which helps thousands of southern tourists stay warm in Harbin every year, today we’ll break down the cost comparison between buying and renting, so you won’t waste a penny.
Exclusive for Southern Travelers: Buying Gear Is Really Unnecessary
Southerners only visit Harbin once a year at most in winter. Big items like down jackets and ski suits not only take up space at home after buying, but you may never wear them again for ages. A decent warm adult down jacket alone costs hundreds to thousands of yuan, not to mention essential items like ski suits and down pants. Ice City Warm Sun’s rental service solves this problem perfectly: the rental is calculated by the hour, with a maximum cap of 380 yuan for 10 days, averaging only 38 yuan per day—cheaper than a fraction of the cost of buying, and you don’t have to worry about storing or tidying the gear when not in use.
Renting Gear Is More Convenient and Cost-Effective Than You Think
Our rental is calculated by the hour. For example, if you pick up gear at 9 a.m. on the 10th and return it at 3 p.m. on the 15th, the system will automatically calculate the duration, which is more flexible and cost-saving than renting by full days. If you only stay in Harbin for 5 days, it’s only 235 yuan to rent for 5 days; even if you stay for 10 days, it’s just 380 yuan, equivalent to 38 yuan per day—the longer you rent, the more cost-effective it is. We also have physical stores near Central Street and the Flood Control Memorial Tower, and offer free door-to-door pickup and delivery at hotels in the urban area, even for late-night arrivals, so you don’t have to drag your luggage around. If the size doesn’t fit, don’t panic—we provide free door-to-door exchanges in 5 urban districts, and you can get the new size the next day without any hassle.
Don’t Miss These Convenient Little Details
Besides the big rental items, we also sell brand-new small essentials like hats, gloves, and heating patches, perfect for making up for what you forgot to bring—no need to find another place to buy them. Don’t worry about the deposit: as long as you return the gear in good condition, even if it’s a bit dirty or slightly worn, the full deposit will be refunded; only if the gear is lost will the deposit be deducted. If you’re traveling with family, you can use the exclusive entrance, and the system will automatically match sizes for all family members, plus there are coupons and child exchange benefits, which is very convenient.
By the way, if you arrive in Harbin at night, don’t go to the airport to pick up the gear directly. Just tell our customer service in advance, and we will arrange pickup according to your time to save you a wasted trip. If you bring kids to play, the size of children’s gear is based on height in centimeters—for example, a 120cm child should choose size 120, so you won’t get the wrong size. In short, when visiting Harbin, renting gear is much more cost-effective and convenient than buying. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our customer service at 18182716820, or directly reach our live customer service via the mini-program—we’ll take care of everything for you.