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Does it Work
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Okay, I’m not usually one for gadgets when it comes to skiing. I’m more often the person rolling their eyes as some kid is being led down the hill on a leash like a mindless puppy. Alright, so I am going to gulp down my pride and give the Ski-Pal an enthusiastic two thumbs up.
I took my three-year-old to Alta prepared for tears, frustration and the ultimate demise of my limited patience. Upon arrival I found that the rope tows weren’t running which meant if we were going to do any skiing it would be up the lift and down Crooked Mile. I tentatively tossed the Ski-Pal over one shoulder, picked up my son and rode up the lift. We got into position and I kid you not…we skied all the way to the bottom only stopping on the flats so I could step out of the Ski-Pal and pull him along (very easy with the Ski-Pal I might add). His first day No whining, no meltdowns, no aching back from hunching over and one very happy little guy.
While taking a break, I mentioned my trepidation of the Ski-Pal to Robyn Christianson, the Children’s Ski School Director at Alta, and she readily replied that they frequently use the hoops for teaching. I said I was worried about children using them as a crutch and not wanting to ski on their own. She smiled and said the kids don’t want them after only a few runs.
So, what do you know?, three runs later my son let go of the Ski-Pal and started stopping and going on his own… with a little help of course. So, does it work? Absolutely, YES! Why not a hula hoop you ask? Because the Ski-Pal is sturdy, ergonomically comfy, adjustable and comes apart for easy storage. Buy one and share it with all your friends. I only wish I had this contraption when I was teaching my six-year-old how to ski. $79.99.
www.ski-pal.com
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