Snow Scooters

What Are Snow Scooters?

Snow scooters can be likened to stunt scooters for snowy environments. Instead of wheels, snow scooters are equipped with front and rear skis, also called sleds, allowing them to glide and carve through snow. The design is similarly structured with a deck, fork, clamp, and handlebars.

Whether intended for children or adults, snow scooters provide immense fun and can be used in various ways. Like stunt scooters, snow scooters can be ridden on flat surfaces where you can practise spins, jumps, and freestyle stunts. If you're after speed, descending hills or ski resort pistes is an option. Experienced riders can even venture off-piste to enjoy fresh powder.

How Do Snow Scooters Operate?

Snow scooters are manoeuvred by turning the handlebars and shifting your body weight in the desired direction. These two actions enable the skis’ edges to grip the snow, allowing efficient turns. Wondering how to stop on a snow scooter? Dragging a foot in the snow is an easy method when you're not moving too fast. Alternatively, you can slow down or stop by steering across and uphill, letting gravity assist, or by sliding the rear ski sideways to gain grip with the edges.

Those looking for a thrilling alternative to snowboarding, sledging or skiing will find snow scooters an exciting option, especially if you're already engaged in the scooter lifestyle. Another alternative winter sport that has grown from the urban action sports culture is the snow skateboard—skateboarding’s solution to snowy conditions. You can find more details here - Snow Skateboards / Snowskates