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Interview with Chasing the Wolves: Tips for Beginner Mushing and Kicksledding with Dogs
What’s new for Winter 2022? ESLA Kicksled Design Changes and New Products
There are lots of exciting changes for the 2022-2023 season! New runner length for Traditional Kicksleds, a new never-before-seen double brake for Traditional Kicksleds and a brand new kicksled called the ESLA Adventure Kicksled. Read on to learn more. Shorter length for T6, T7 and T8 Traditional Kicksleds Pre 2022, Traditional ESLA kicksled models had a steel runner length of 78 inches and now, for the 2022-23 season, they are 71 inches. Why did ESLA change the length? One reason is for easier and less expensive shipping. Getting kicksleds shipped from Finland to the USA is very expensive. And then...
Kicksledding with Kids? Favorite Kicksled Accessories Explained
Kicksledding is the perfect winter sport to explore with kids. No gear to strap on to little feet; just easy, kicking fun. But, when kicksledding with your little ones, a bit more safety gear is required. Here are our favorite accessories when kicksledding with children. Child Safety Bracket The Child Safety Bracket is a must to keep small kiddos and toddlers safe on the trail. We recommend using it until age 4-5. But if needed, an older child can still use it. The bracket is easy to use. Once installed, it flips up and down. So, when it’s not in...
Mushing on a Kicksled? Dog Mushing Accessories Explained
5 Tips for Kick Power: Helping You Go the Distance on Your Kicksled!
Whether you want to reach top speed, or travel miles on the trail, getting more power from your kicks will have you going faster and further with less effort. Kicksleds can reach top speeds of over 9mph. Even at a moderate pace of 5mph, you can travel great distances on your kicksled. The most important factors are footwear and the surface you will be sliding on. Other things to consider are the amount of weight on your sled and kicking technique. Check out these tips and you’ll be passing skiers in no time! Foot Wear and Traction Devices There are...