Choose Green Sleds This Winter
What ever happened to sleds that last a long time which aren’t made of cheap plastic? It’s time that we begin buying green sleds which are made from natural or green materials.
Wood Sleds
The classic flyer sled made of sturdy wood and are still on the market. I remember when I was a kid, I would use an old wood sled that my dad used a kid. They cost a little more upfront, but these things last for a long time.
They still sell the original Flexible Flyer Sled that is constructed with the same quality as the original. They also sell a new Wood Flyer Sled which is also made of wood, but just flat with a foam base and handles on the sides.
Recycled Plastic
Not all plastic sleds are bad. There are some on the market that are made from recycled plastic. Mad River Rocket makes sleds out of recycled plastic yet are some of the top performing sleds on the market. These sled received great reviews and the only negative was the fact that they are a little heavy. This is probably attributed to their quality construction.
Make Your Own
Since there doesn’t seem to be a lot of green sleds on the market, you could always make your own custom sled. What better project to do with your kids than a custom sled? The most basic type of sled would be a wood sled similar to the flyer mentioned above. But you can get really creative when making a sled, check out some of these cool sled designs for ideas.
If you have made your own custom sled or bought a sled that is made from eco-friendly materials, please share.
