Abstract: A multi-functional sled apparatus for transporting items predominately used in ice fishing and also being used as a seat and support for fishing rods. The multi-functional sled apparatus includes runners spaced apart with each having a topside; a frame assembly supported upon the runners; a platform supported upon the frame assembly; rod holders pivotably attached to the frame assembly; and an auger support assembly removably mounted to the frame assembly.

Abstract: Some embodiments of the present disclosure include a wearable and steerable sled for descending a sloped surface. The wearable and steerable sled may include a wearable back sled having blades extending therefrom, a pair of wrist controls, and a pair of ankle controls. The wearable back sled may attach to a user's back. The wrist controls may strap to a user's wrists. The ankle controls may strap to a user's angles. The wearable back sled may allow a user to descend a sloped surface by laying on the sloped surface with the wearable back sled positioned between the user and the sloped surface, wherein the wrist controls and the ankle controls may aid the user in steering and controlling speed at which the user descends the sloped surface.

Abstract: An accessory is provided for a wheelbarrow. The wheelbarrow has: a wheel; a tray; a pair of handle members supporting the tray relative to the wheel and extending rearward past the tray; and a pair of legs for cooperating with the wheel to support the wheelbarrow in a parked condition. The sled has a left runner and a right runner each mounted at a first location relative to one or both of the legs and mounted at a forward location.

Abstract: A runner and method of making a runner for mounting on a snow ski including a runner body fabricated of one piece of stamped metal which includes a central base portion and a pair of longitudinally extending runner portions which are bent downwardly from the base portions in laterally spaced relationship to one another. Carbide wear strips are secured to the lower edges of the runner portions, while the base portion 18 is fitted with mounting structure 48 which extends upwardly from the base portion and does not extend into the channel 36. The mounting structure 48 may be formed as one piece with the runner body 16 of the same material, has one or more tab features, and may be threaded and/or pierced to accommodate an associated net or mounting pin as desired for mounting the runner.

Abstract: A replaceable nose section is provided for use on a rideable snow sled wherein the nose section comprises a support structure which can be easily fitted to a snow sled, and a flexible, resilient nose section shell which is adapted to be fitted to the support structure. The support structure can be easily removed and replaced on the snow sled by the use of hooks and spring-loaded clasps, or the like, which attach to the handlebars and/or handlebar or steering assemblies of the snow sled. As such, the nose section can be easily removed from the support structure and/or the support structure can be easily removed from the snow sled. This facilitates replacement of the nose section on the snow sled.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for creating and utilizing a low friction structure is provided. The low friction apparatus (LFA) of the present embodiments allow for moving a load across a work surface with minimal effort. The LFA provides for easier movement over a transport surface area, wherein the impact of a large bearing area is minimized using minimal friction. The LFA is further adapted to greatly reduce the frictional force between a load and a work surface thereby allowing low surface stress on a work surface combined with ease of movement. In addition, the LFA provides low friction and subsequent ease of motion even while turning or moving sideways since its characteristics are non directional.

Abstract: Described herein is a sports board for gliding over a surface. The board includes an upper structural layer having an outer surface, a lower structural layer, a core having an upper surface substantially covered by the upper structural layer and a lower surface substantially covered by the lower structural layer. The board also includes a deformable element covered by the core on an upper surface. A first portion of the deformable element protrudes a distance beneath the lower structural layer towards a horizontal plane of the surface underlying the sports board. The board also includes a base element substantially covering the lower structural layer and the deformable element and an edge component positioned at least in part around a perimeter of the base element. At least a portion of the deformable element can deform upon application of an amount of pressure against the base element.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to snowmobiles. More particularly, the present invention relates to the components of a snowmobile such as the frame, running boards and various other assemblies.

Abstract: A runner and method of making a runner for mounting on a snow ski including a runner body fabricated of one piece of stamped metal which includes a central base portion and a pair of longitudinally extending runner portions which are bent downwardly from the base portions in laterally spaced relationship to one another. Carbide wear strips are secured to the lower edges of the runner portions, while the base portion 18 is fitted with mounting structure 48 which extends upwardly from the base portion and does not extend into the channel 36. The mounting structure 48 may be formed as one piece with the runner body 16 of the same material, has one or more tab features, and may be threaded and/or pierced to accommodate an associated net or mounting pin as desired for mounting the runner.

Abstract: A skiing implement having a simplified structure, comprising an elongated frame which defines, in a central portion, supports for the feet of a user and, at the front end, a head tube for rotary engagement with a steering column; there are also provided a front ski, which is connected to the lower end of the column, and a rear ski, which is connected to the rear end of the frame; the skis are connected so that they can oscillate about substantially horizontal axes.

Abstract: A snowmobile suspension system connected between a skid frame positioned below a chassis of a snowmobile. A limiter strap adjustment mechanism is connected between the chassis and the at least one limiter strap and selectively adjusts the length of the at least one limiter strap. A coupling arm adjustment mechanism is connected between the chassis and at least one coupling arm and selectively adjusts the length of the at least one coupling arm. A linear force device adjustment mechanism is connected between the chassis and the linear force device for adjusting the length and angle of the linear force device relative to the at least one rear arm resulting in control of the force displacement characteristics of the at least one rear arm.

Abstract: A replaceable nose section is provided for use on a rideable snow sled wherein the nose section comprises a support structure which can be easily fitted to a snow sled, and a flexible, resilient nose section shell which is adapted to be fitted to the support structure. The support structure can be easily removed and replaced on the snow sled by the use of hooks and spring-loaded clasps, or the like, which attach to the handlebars and/or handlebar or steering assemblies of the snow sled. As such, the nose section can be easily removed from the support structure and/or the support structure can be easily removed from the snow sled. This facilitates replacement of the nose section on the snow sled.

Abstract: Apparatus for hauling or moving material or debris associated with landscaping, lawn care, outdoor recreation, or other similar items in which a flat tarpaulin type surface is used to easily receive such debris, such as bulk leaves or grass clippings, weeds, hand tools, or other generally lightweight services so that they may be easily pulled about a lawn or field or other similar area and discarded. The apparatus is designed for use with a variety of power sources and can be further adapted to secure a load upon the surface. The apparatus is designed for easy care and maintenance and storage and for simplicity of use.

Abstract: A snowboard is provided. The snowboard includes a board having an upturned head, an upturned tail and longitudinal extending runners and/or channels along a bottom surface thereof, a seat portion extending upward from the board at a location between the head and tail, the seat portion including a top surface and opposite lateral sides, wherein the top surface is configured for seated engagement by a rider and the opposite lateral sides are configured to accommodate the legs of the rider, and a pair of hand grips extending outward from the opposite lateral sides near its top surface. The opposite lateral sides may include a waist configured to accommodate the feet of the rider.

Abstract: A snowboard is provided. The snowboard includes a board having an upturned head, an upturned tail and longitudinal extending runners and/or channels along a bottom surface thereof, a seat portion extending upward from the board at a location between the head and tail, the seat portion including a top surface and opposite lateral sides, wherein the top surface is configured for seated engagement by a rider and the opposite lateral sides are configured to accommodate the legs of the rider, and a pair of hand grips extending outward from the opposite lateral sides near its top surface. The opposite lateral sides may include a waist configured to accommodate the feet of the rider.

Abstract: A gravity powered snow vehicle employing a crank 5 and steering mechanism 4, able to twist a sliding element 21 along its length, and enabling intuitive and direct control over the vehicle to increase performance and agility. Twisting the sliding element 21 generates on its edges varying levels of bite in the snow, allowing the rider to control both speed and direction. The rider in position, holding the handlebar 4, sitting on a seat 14 or standing on foot pegs 15, similar to riding a bicycle, controls the sliding element in a way similar to how snowboarders interact with their sliding element. The vehicle's linkage and architecture allows the sliding element 21 to flex. The vehicle has a collapsible configuration, facilitating transport and access to ascending systems, and their related receptacles, used at ski resorts.

Abstract: A snow-sliding vehicle including a bearing rear runner and a directional front runner to which is connected a steering column pivoting in a sleeve firmly attached to the upper end of a stiff frame connecting both runners, and the lower end of which is attached to a supporting base surmounting the bearing runner and provided for supporting the feet of the user. The front portion of said base is connected to the bearing runner by a mechanical connection providing it with clearance ostensibly perpendicular to said runner controlled by a damping device.

Abstract: A lightweight, strong, sturdy, and versatile evacuation sled is disclosed. The body of the sled may be manufactured from a single piece of material, stored flat, and folded into its functioning configuration. When folded, the sled has one or more straps that help hold it in its folded configuration and allow maneuvering or carrying the sled. The sled may be readily towed with a towing harness and may be moved down an incline, such as stairs, by means of a rope and belay device. The sled has a low coefficient of friction and is lightweight, allowing the sled to be readily moved and handled without requiring the assistance of multiple people. Additional sleds with foam inserts may be provided to carry equipment such as for life support. The sled may also provide surge capacity for facilities like hospitals, as the sled is designed to be inexpensive and essentially disposable.

Abstract: A sports board for use in supporting a rider on snow covered slope and other gliding surface comprising: an elongated foam board with a semi-rigid foam core having a top riding surface and a bottom planning surface, the board having one or both end portions having an upturned shape acting as the leading end of the gliding board, the foam core having a aperture inside which an air chamber retains and the air chamber locating at the rider supporting region provides additional resilience to the foam board; a top skin covering the riding surface of the foam core; and a bottom skin covering the planning surface of the foam core.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a sports board (15). In the preferred embodiment, the board comprises an expanded polymer foam core (16), an extruded thermoplastic polymer outer layer (20) having an inner surface (21) and an outer surface (22), an expanded polymer foam intermediate layer (19) between the core and the outer layer which is laminated to the inner surface of the outer layer, the outer surface of the outer layer being substantially planar and having at least one series (23) of longitudinally extending, parallel and alternating grooves (26) and ridges (27), the series having a width (28) and the grooves and ridges spaced across the width so as to provide from about ten to about eighty grooves per inch of the width. The grooves may be spaced so as to provide about forty-five grooves per inch of the width. The grooves may have a depth (33) of from about 0.05 mm to about 1 mm. The depth may be about 0.4 mm.

Abstract: Gliding board that includes an upper sub-assembly, a lower sub-assembly, and an intermediate core, the upper sub-assembly including a first longitudinal opening, the lower sub-assembly including a second longitudinal opening, and the intermediate core including a third longitudinal opening, each of the first, second, and third longitudinal openings being positioned at the rear end of the gliding board, the gliding board further including a rigidifying element that is inserted simultaneously in the first, second, and third longitudinal openings. The rigidifying element can have a planar, bulging, or convex lower surface.

Abstract: The present invention provides a caterpillar type bicycle, comprising a bicycle frame, a saddle, a steering handle, and a sprocket pedal power mechanism, as well as a caterpillar type driving structure (A) and a multi-functional switchable front guide mechanism (B), wherein the caterpillar type driving structure (A) comprises a driving wheel drivingly connected to the sprocket pedal power mechanism, an auxiliary wheel pivotally supported on the tail of the bicycle frame, a caterpillar provided on the driving wheel and the auxiliary wheel, and a connecting rod for determining the positional relation between the driving wheel and the auxiliary wheel; the multi-functional switchable front guide mechanism (B) comprises switch means fastened to at the distal end of the a front rod of the bicycle frame, a front guide rolling wheel rotatably connected to a pivotal shaft provided by the switch means, and a front guide sliding board fixedly connected to two hinge support points provided by the switch means.

Abstract: This invention relates to an improved snowmobile ski having a vertical fin on the topside of the ski with a surface area large enough to minimize or prevent sideways slippage of the ski during a turn. The fin, if a single fin is used, is located adjacent the outboard edge of the ski. A snowmobile ski with dual topside fins having outwardly projecting lips along the upper edges of said fins has improved performance in deep snow.

Abstract: For a glide sport article, especially an ice skate with a shoe body that is located on a chassis and that includes a cap-like shoe tip forming the toe area of the shoe body, a shoe body section forming the heel area and an ankle support, lacing on the shoe body section and a tongue located beneath the lacing, the shoe tip can be adjusted in a shoe body direction relative to the shoe body section on the chassis.

Abstract: A multipurpose sled which comprises an upwards open container(1), which includes a bottom (15), a rear wall (16a, 16b, 16c), side walls (17) and a front wall (18), runners (2) which extend backwards over the container, and supporting means extending essentially as long as the runners for setting the sled on the back ends of the runners and the supporting means for using the sled as a shelter, is characterised in that it comprises handles (3) and means (7) for attaching the handles detachably to the rear part of the container in different positions for different purposes of use so that in a first position (P2) the handles (3, 3a) form said supporting means for setting the sled on the back ends (2a) of the runners and the supporting means for using the sled as a shelter.

Abstract: A device for manually transporting a carcass 8 or similar sized object includes a transport member 12, at least one hauling member 18 for manually pulling the transport member 12 with a carcass 8 therein, the hauling member 18 being secured to the transport member 12, at least one carcass member 20 for securing the carcass 8 to the transport member 12, and at least one closing member 22 for wrapping the transport member 12 about the carcass 8.

Abstract: A device for gliding over snow includes a runner equipped with a gliding sole, on which is mounted a plate for receiving the user's two free feet. A projection over the plane of the gliding sole of the rear end of the plate is offset rearward by at least 20 millimeters relative to a projection of the rear end of the runner.

Abstract: A dog powered and human controlled vehicle comprising a frame structure having a horizontally oriented opening within which will be positioned at least one dog. The frame structure comprises a pair of frame members transversely spaced apart by forward and rearward transversely extending means. The front of the frame is supported by means which includes a steerable member adapted to have contact with the ground. The rear end of the frame is supported by means adapted to have contact with the ground, the frame structure being thus supported a preselected distance from the ground. Manually operable steering means are provided at the rear end of the structure and is connected to a steerable member at the front end so as to change direction of travel of the vehicle. Means are provided for tethering a dog to the frame structure and for connecting a dog harness on a dog to the frame structure so that forward directed longitudinal pulling force produced by the dog is applied to the frame structure.

Abstract: A ski vehicle includes a frame having a first ski mounted thereon. A steering column having a handlebar attached thereto is rotatably mounted to the frame. A second ski is mounted to the steering column. A seat post has a first end and an opposing second end. The first end of the seat post is hingedly, removably, and/or slidably mounted to the frame. A seat is mounted to the second end of the seat post.

Abstract: A cargo bin lid hinge includes a body member, a first hinge arm, and a second hinge arm. The first hinge arm extends from the body member and is generally aligned with the body member. The second hinge arm extends from the body member, and is curved and extends away from a plane of the body member. The first and second hinge arms cooperate to define an elongated hinge pin-receiving receptacle. A hinge pin has a flat surface that facilitates snap-fitting assembly of the hinge thereon.

Abstract: Systems and methods for providing a recreational sled that is configured to selectively enable a user to carry a sliding mechanism up an incline and/or to support the user on the mechanism and allow the user to travel a distance down the incline. A seat is coupled to at least one of a winter sliding mechanism and a non-winter sliding mechanism. A user selectively uses at least one of the sliding mechanisms to slide down a snowy/icy incline or to slide down a non-snowy/non-icy incline.

Abstract: Control blades to be used in conjunction with prior art the Body Sled U.S. Pat. No. 4,413,832. To be combined with or affixed to Body Sled components of forearm control runners, chest plate, and Thigh runners. Combining the control blades with the Body Sled will increase performance and control of tracking, braking and direction control of the Body Sled on compact snow and ice conditions, thus enhancing the sled's working surface, increasing sled stability and maneuverability.

Abstract: A sliding twist vehicle for snowy ground. The sliding twist vehicle includes a vehicle frame, a twisting unit, a transmission unit, and a steering unit. The transmission unit has a control portion, which is extended above the vehicle frame, connected to the steering unit, and a twisting portion, which is extended below the vehicle frame, connected to the driving portion of the twisting unit. The twisting unit further has two sharp edge portions extended along the two sides of the twisting unit from the driving portion respectively, two supporting portions which are spacedly apart from the driving portion. The transmission unit is rotationally connected to the vehicle frame such that when a clockwise and an anti-clockwise movement are subsequently imparted to the steering unit, the twisting unit is twisted as a result, causing the sliding twist vehicle to slide forwardly.

Abstract: A maneuverable sled is provided for use over snowy terrain. In particular, the sled includes a platform, a spring, and two runners. The spring slidingly engages the platform providing the sled with excellent maneuverability.

Abstract: A slide for placement between an object to be moved, such as furniture and flooring over which the object is to be moved. A sheet of substantially rigid material is provided and the bottom face of this sheet is for sliding on a floor surface and the top face is provided for support contact with the furniture or object to be moved. A cloth cover is also provided for fitting over the bottom face of the slide sheet and is provided with elastic securement to keep it attached to the slide sheet. This cloth cover further includes a non-slip elastomer interior backing surface which engages the bottom face of the furniture slide sheet to inhibit slippage therebetween so that the cloth cover does not become accidently dislodged from the slide sheet.

Abstract: A furniture moving device including a circular sliding section made of substantially friction-free material with a lip formed at a periphery of the circular sliding section and a support section made of a substantially compressible material fixedly attached at a position substantially centered on the circular sliding section. The support section supports a ground contact of furniture, such as a leg or edge, so that the ground contact does not slide with respect to the support section. When force is applied to the furniture, the ground contact of the furniture remains in contact with the support section and moves along with the circular sliding section as the circular sliding section slides along the surface in the direction in which the force is applied.

Abstract: The present invention is a snow sled that allows a person to sit and steer the sled by applying a force with their left or right foot. The snow sled comprises a body member connected to a front steering member by a flexible neck member. The body member and the front steering member each comprise a top portion and a bottom portion adapted to slide on the snow. The body member further comprises a seat portion adapted for seating by the person. The steering member further comprises left and right foot mounting portions adapted to receive the left and right feet of the person. A person may make move the sled to the left by extending their right foot to apply a force to the right foot mounting portion. The person may move the sled to the right by extending their left foot to apply a force to the left foot mounting portion.

Abstract: A sleigh-shaped device, having a longitudinal axis and a transverse axis, for use in a mining raise. The sleigh-shaped device has a base frame for sliding along the mining raise in a direction parallel to the longitudinal axis, the base frame having a bottom surface with sliding runners extending parallel to the longitudinal axis, and a top surface having front and rear opposite ends. The device also has a tiltable platform pivotally mounted to the top surface of the base frame between the front and rear ends about a first axis parallel to the transverse axis, and platform adjusters cooperating with the base frame and the tiltable platform for adjusting the tiltable platform with respect to the base frame. The device further has connecters for anchoring the base frame to a pulley system to provide movement of the sleigh-shaped device along the mining raise, the front and of the base frame extending below the rear end of the same during movement of the sleigh-shaped device along the mining raise.

Abstract: A furniture slide for placement between an object to be moved and flooring over which it is to be moved, which includes a sheet of flexible material having top and bottom faces and complex curvature on the bottom face with a concave curvature along the longitudinal axis thereof and a convex curvature along the transverse axis thereof. A compressible material is adhered to the top face for support contact with an object to be moved.

Abstract: A sliding toy with a visible and pleasing display of lights is disclosed. The source of light is disposed within a structural body part and supplied with a power source and control unit, such that a user may select various light displays, or that the lights may be actuated in response to physical stimuli such as bouncing, sliding, turning, or the like.

Abstract: An ice skate comprising a boot modifiable in length disposed on a blade holder frame, and a locking mechanism. The blade holder frame includes a recessed surface disposed on a forward section of the blade holder frame longitudinally along a longitudinal axis of the skate. The boot includes a heel portion disposed on the blade holder frame and a toe box portion slidable on the blade holder frame. The toe box portion includes a first slot disposed longitudinally along the longitudinal axis of the skate, a perimeter wall extending downward from the first slot, and downwardly extending channel walls. The perimeter wall seats within the recessed forward surface of the blade holder frame to securably guide the toe box rearwardly or forwardly. The locking mechanism includes first and second detents disposed on the downwardly extending channel walls engaging a plurality of indentations disposed on the forward section of the blade holder frame.

Abstract: A new and improved training device for downhill skiing. It assists beginners with maneuvering and controlling speed while learning. Gripping bars (16, 18) are attached to a declined pole member (8) secured to a planer member (4). The planer member has a curved up tip (4c) in front and a forward running surface (4L). One or more vertical anti-skid members (fins (3, 5, 6) and foldable flaps (10a, 10b)) are attached and suspended above and substantially to the rear of the forward running surface. The anti-skid members are attached to and suspended by an inclined and extended aft section (4a) of said planer member. A rear support (7) provides a second attachment between the pole member and the planer member. The device is rested on its forward running surface when gliding, and rocked back minimally when braking. Users may turn while gliding with the forward running surface, and while braking with the fins.

Abstract: A mounting device for supporting a frame, for instance of a snow bike or snow scooter, on a snowboard or the like comprises spaced apart front and rear supports for connection to the snowboard, a linkage mechanism for connection to the frame and to first and second locations respectively of the front and rear supports, and a displacement mechanism on at least one of the front and rear supports for allowing at least one of the first and second locations to displace relative to a respective one of the front and rear supports when the snowboard flexes thereby allowing a portion of the snowboard located between the front and rear supports to flex.

Abstract: The board assembly for sliding on grass slopes comprises a board, a retaining means attached to the board and a locking means for clamping an ice block to the retaining means. The board has, essentially, a rectangular shape with longitudinal and transversal axes of symmetry, upper and lower surfaces, a front and rear end and a pair of lateral ends. The retaining means is attached to the lower surface, has an axis of symmetry coinciding with the longitudinal axis of symmetry and is adaptable to capture an ice block. The locking means actuates on the retaining means for closing it and, thereby, clamping the ice block in place.

Abstract: The rescue toboggan of the present invention includes at least one hook arm mounted generally medially along the length of the toboggan. The hook arm extends away from the toboggan and has a rigid cantilevered member cantileverable over the toboggan so as to engage a portion of a chair lift underneath the cantilevered member, between the cantilevered member and the toboggan so that lifting translation of the chair lift causes corresponding lifting translation of the toboggan.

Abstract: A mechanism that improves the steering characteristics of molded plastic skis is provided that employs the use of a flexible carbide steering cleat. This flexible carbide steering cleat is made up of a plurality of carbide tipped steering members that are attached individually to the lower surface of a plastic one piece snowmobile ski. Each of the individual cleat members is equipped with a mounting plate that has indentations on either side which, when a series of the cleats have been placed in the keel in succession, creates a space between them. This space allows the cleat members to flex independently of one another in response to the flexing of the ski without binding on one another. Therefore, the flexing ability of the present invention allows the individual cleat members to maintain the maximum contact with the snow surface, regardless of how much the ski itself flexes during its use.

Abstract: A furniture slide for moving furniture over a floor surface and also serving to provide foam drying blocks under the furniture for placement on wet carpet surfaces. The furniture slide of the present invention includes a sheet of material having a convex bottom base for sliding on a floor surface and further includes compressible material that is adhered to the top face of the sheet for support contact with the furniture to be moved. This compressible material is precut whereby a plug of the compressible material may be readily removed therefrom to provide a cavity in the compressible material. Then a slightly thicker Styrofoam drying block, which is dimensioned for insertion into this cavity, is inserted into the cavity. The drying block has an upper surface with a sticky adhesive so that the drying block sticks and remains adhered to the supported furniture when the remainder of the furniture slide is removed. The slide sheet is further provided with an upturned perimeter edge.

Abstract: An accessible seating assembly for a snowboard which allows a physically challenged skier to participate in the sport of snowboarding. The seating assembly is composed of a rotatable seat to allow for transverse or forward-facing seating arrangement. The seating assembly is also capable of raising up to allow for users to ride conventional chair lifts without being detached from the seating assembly. The nature of the seating assembly allows for adaptation for riders of either orientation, goofy or standard. A further benefit of the seating assembly is that it is easily attached to a conventional snowboard or similar apparatus. This aids the user in the purchase of snowboards and also in changing the assembly from one snowboard to another. An adjustable shock absorber is included to cushion the user in a way similar to a normal rider's knees. It is also capable of adjusting to riders of different weight.

Abstract: A slidable load carrying basket for receiving a load and sliding along a ground surface. The slidable load carrying basket includes a container with a bottom panel, a front panel that extends upwardly from the bottom panel, a back panel that extends upwardly from the bottom panel, and a pair of side panels that extend between the front and rear panels. The bottom panel of the container has upper and lower surfaces. A pair of elongate spaced apart runners are coupled to the lower surface of the bottom panel. The runners are adapted for sliding along a ground surface.

Abstract: The invention is an inflatable evacuation/rescue sled for use in stabilizing the occupant initially followed by transport. The sled uses an inflatable cushion in connection with the sled. After the occupant has been transferred onto the backboard and stabilized in the sled the cushion is inflated by use of an air canister in connection with the sled. The sides at the mid-point have accordion inserts fashioned to facilitate ease of turning. The bottom of the sled includes two sided scales to further facilitate and control the travel of the sled.