Snowy winter, despite the cold, is incredibly happy children, because they have a great opportunity to play on the street. Previously, one of the entertainment for the kids was sledging, but they are gradually being thrown by children, as snowstorms appeared in stores. The advantages of the latter and the points that parents should pay attention to when choosing, we will discuss further.
Sledge or snowball?
The main advantage of a snowman before the sled is the ability to control the trajectory of descent from the hill. Also, snow brakes have a simple braking mechanism, so that if necessary, the child can brake. However, a snowman, especially made of high-quality materials, may not be affordable for everyone
.What snowman to buy a child?
When choosing a snowmobile, it is necessary to focus on:
- the age of the child and his weight;
- there will be a child to ride it with someone or himself;
- materials.
Snowmobiles are recommended for children from three years old, because at this age children can already manage them. However, it is impossible to allow the child to roll down from the large slides independently, as the child can be injured.
For children of this age it is worth to look at the model of a snowman with a back, thanks to which the child will not fall.
If the parents intend to ride with the roller coaster along with the child or the latter will go down with them along with the older brother or sister, it is worth paying attention to the size of the snowcat. It, like the design of the snowman itself, should be calculated for two children or for a child and an adult.
What should I look for when choosing a snowmobile?
- Materials - this is another important detail, which should be guided when buying a snow.
- The seat. Best if the seat is made of genuine leather. This material will not only last longer, but also provide extra comfort to the child.
- Frame. In stores there are many models, but it is better to give preference to those whose frame is made of metal tubes, rather than plastic. Plastics are less durable, and, most likely, that soon such a purchase will have to be repeated. Choosing a snowball with a metal frame, you need to pay attention to the joints, in the places of their fastening there should be no cracks. If, during the operation of such a model, any part is broken, it will be possible to replace it with one, and not completely change the snowball.
- Skiing. As a rule, snowmobile skis are made of frost resistant plastic. Right in the store it is worth checking their cushioning, because it depends on the comfort of the child when riding on rough terrain slides.
If the skis are out of order, then they can be replaced. Individual replacement kits are also sold in stores.
Snowmobile for children with motor
Many of the parents are interested in the availability of this model, but because of the unprofitable production of such a snowball, it does not exist in stores.
Most often snowmobiles with a motor that develops a speed sufficient for a child can be pampered by those parents who are well versed in technology.
Security
Snowball for children has a significant disadvantage: it is able to develop a speed greater than that of a sleigh, especially if the child rolls on it from a high hill.
To avoid injury, the child should have a conversation. He needs to explain that it's impossible to ride near highways and busy roads, since the brake mechanism is available, but it is not so reliable.
In order to provide extra security, it is worth buying a helmet for a child who will protect his head during a fall.