It cannot be denied that a real wooden sled looks better than a plastic bobsled. However, the classic also has a - in the truest sense of the word - weighty catch: It is significantly heavier than a plastic sled. It is therefore not easy for small children to pull the wooden version up a mountain alone. Which in turn is the reason why plastic bobsleds are growing in popularity. However, before you buy a model of this kind, you should read through these tips.

Because most sleds are made of plastic, they can reach very high speeds in the snow. It is all the more important that your child has the appropriate driving experience and is familiar with the functionality (steering and braking) of a bobsled. Otherwise, you should take your offspring to a short driving course on a less steep slope before they are allowed to make the right slopes unsafe on their own.

On the toboggan run itself, your child will not only have to pay attention to their skiing style, but also to other children who are skiing down the mountain. To avoid a crash, the following rules of conduct must be observed on crowded slopes:

When tobogganing, every child works up a sweat, especially when they have to pull their sled back up the mountain after having fun. So that they don't catch a chill despite the icy cold outside, they should wear breathable winter clothing - and ideally thermal underwear underneath. Depending on the age of the child, we recommend wearing windproof and waterproof snow overalls - or proper ski clothing if it is already hanging in the closet. And last but not least, the following accessories should not be missing: a warm hat and scarf as well as thick socks and gloves.

And another tip: Small children should wear a well-fitting ski helmet when tobogganing to protect their heads.

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