What do you think of when you see snow? YES , to get moving with the ski equipment or the snowboard outside. With the recent precipitation last few winters up north it has really been fantastic. It's important to compare brands, look for specials and also to know your size. Protection is very important in terms of frostbite prevention.
Please follow these guidelines:
Condition yourself for skiing with preseason exercises.
Take lessons to develop the ability to ski slopes of your choice.
Study trail maps to select suitable runs.
Become familiar with hill coding signs and trail markers.
Obey traffic signs and regulations set out by the ski area.
Be alert to changing weather conditions.
Know the location and phone number of the nearest first-aid station or emergency medical service.
Ski with a friend.
Secure long hair, loose clothing and scarves. They may be caught by lift or machinery parts.
Before making your first run, loosen up your muscles and check bindings on your skis for proper release.
Use properly fitted, adjusted and maintained equipment.
Use safety straps or brakes to avoid having runaway skis.
Ski under control to avoid other skiers or objects on the hill.
When skiing downhill and overtaking others, call out that you are passing to the left or right.
Skiers traversing a slope in opposite directions should pass to the right of each other.
Always stop in areas where you are visible.
Look for approaching downhill skiers before entering a slope from a side or intersection trail.
When walking or climbing in a ski area, wear skis and keep to the sides of trails or slopes.
A lot of our visitors mentioned this site to us and suggested to look at the closeout and yard sale section since it's up to 60 percent off on equipment.
Ski and Snowboard Items for the Family
sleds and sled boards
    | Eurosleds - Sleds and Sled Boards | ||
| A selection of sleds and sled boards from Eurosled. Sledding at its most fun! Performance and fun. ... | |||
| Sleds, Snowtubes, Snowshoes, Snowdecks, Balance Boards | ||
| Here we present some interesting alternatives for your riding pleasure. Sleds, snowtubes, snowdecks and snowshoes for your enjoyment and rush off trail in powder and on trail. Also, keep in shape and perfect your balance with the Vew-DO balance boards. ... | |||
| Mad River Rocket Sleds | ||
| Please read the notes below regarding shipping of the Mad River Rocket Sleds. These sleds only ship via GROUND only (no PO Box addresses).. The Mad River ... The hull is fabricated from thick, virgin polyethylene. All of our sleds feature a quick release lap belt and kneepads that are designed for comfort and performance. The kneeling position allows you to see ahead, lean for balance and control steering. The plastic shells are ... | |||
| http://store.yahoo.com/snowshack/madriverrocket.html | ||
| Last year my kids and their friends fought over the two Mad River Rocket Sleds we had. None of the kids would use the other 8 sleds of different varieties. My 15 year old boy and three friends were sharing the two sleds this past weekend at our cabin. They made a nice sled run with jumps, etc. and would take turns riding the sleds down and bringing each other back to the top of the run with the snowmobile. They were having more fun ... | |||
| Surfster Ice Inflatable Snow Sled | ||
| Sorry, sold out. No more available. The Surfster Ice Inflatable Snow Sled is new from Australia. Forget about lugging that heavy toboggan sled up the slope. Forget about that hard uncomfortable ride on a plastic sled. Surfster Ice snow sled ploughs into the snow fields this winter. Surfster Ice use extra heavy duty materials for durability and rolls up to 35" x 10" for convenience of easy transportation and storage. Features: Durable ... | |||
| Eurosled Super Whomper 2 Person Tray Sled | ||
| Sorry, sold out. No more available this season. The Eurosled Super Whomper 2 Person Tray Sled is a two person sled tray. It replaces the trays that used to be taken from the kitchen. But it has handles for two people and is much more durable and stable. Color is black. Features: • A modern toboggan for two riders. • Tough high-density polyethylene • Light weight and easy to carry • Double Sure-grip handles • 44 " x 18" • 5 lbs. ... | |||
| Mad River Rocket Stinger Sled (Age 10 and Under) | $69.94 | |
| Mad River Rocket Stinger Sled was inspired by the Killer B, but is slightly smaller for children ages 10 and under. This is the most controllable kid’s sled ever made. Red/yellow swirl shell, variety stacked color kneepads, yellow straps and red bolts. MRR-ST ... | |||
| Eurosled Swiss Bob Super Sled Tray | ||
| Sorry, sold out and no more available. The Eurosled Swiss Bob Super Sled Tray is the legendary Swiss Bob - updated...a favorite for apres ski. Rather than borrow a tray, ride in style. Handles to hold on to and more stability. Colors are blue or red. Features • Easy to carry • Super-durable • Easy to control, and Super-fast • 17 " x 12" • 2 lbs. ... | |||
| Eurosled Whomper Sled Tray | ||
| Sorry, sold out. No more available this season. The Eurosled Whomper Sled Tray replaces the tray borrowed from the kitchen as a way to get down the hill. It feels the same except it has handles and is designed to stand up to the wear. Color is red. Features • Designed for one • Tough high-density polyethylene • Light weight and easy to carry • Sure-grip handles • 30.5 " x 15.5" ... | |||
| Mad River Rocket Safety Tips | ||
| 1. Always sled with another person. 2. Do not use the Rocket on icy or packed snow ... use all standard backcountry precautions. 4. The Rocket is not a toy and all children under 10 should be ssssurpervised by an adult. 5. Don't take chances, sled within your ability. 6. Practice evasive and bailing maneuvers. 7. Dress warm and dry. 8. Always tell another person where you are sledding and when you plan to return home. 9. Beware of ... | |||
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