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What is it? |
How do you use it? |
Notes |
| Harnesses |
A chest harness with 2 detachable leashes |
Parent skis behind the child holding the leashes to guide the skier. |
Tends to encourage kids to lean back and ski fast—many ski instructors discourage their use |
| EdgieWedgies |
A strip of rubber that connects the ski tips together with a thumb screw |
Helps the ski tips from crossing or spreading apart |
Once your child develops muscle memory of a wedge, stop using them. Best for younger kids |
| Strap on skis |
Small alpine or nordic skis with a strap to hold snow boots in place |
Use in the backyard for play |
Not recommended to teach children how to ski |
| Pole support |
Adult’s ski pole or T-Bar Trainer |
Held out in front of the child, the pole provides a balance point for the child |
Easy, low tech and keeps the child in a forward position |