Good advice for safe sledding

Assembly of the snow sled must be done by an adult. It is important that the snow sled is assembled correctly and securely by an adult before use. 

The very youngest children should have a backrest. For the very youngest children, sledding should take place with a backrest for extra safety. 

Make sure the ground is clear of obstructions. Before children start sledding, make sure the ground is clear of trees, rocks, and other obstacles.

Avoid busy areas. The sledding should never cross or end up in a busy road or street to avoid dangerous situations.

Pay attention to the surface. Be aware that high speed and hard, icy surfaces can make it more difficult to control your speed and maneuver the snow sled.

Do not make any changes to the snow sled. It is important not to make any changes to the snow sled that could reduce safety, and to follow instructions carefully.

Avoid pulling behind motorized vehicles. The snow sled must not be pulled behind motorized vehicles to avoid dangerous situations.

Use your feet to steer and brake. For sleds without a brake or steering wheel, children must use their feet and/or shift their body weight to steer and brake.

Cleaning and storage. For cleaning the snow sled, feel free to use mild lukewarm soapy water, and store it under a roof when not in use to extend its life.

Final tip: Wear a helmet! Finally, but not least, the most important tip is to always wear a helmet when the children are sledding to protect the head from injury.

With these good tips and a Hamax snow sled, you and your children can enjoy a safe and fun sledding trip in the winter landscape!