As the snow fell at the weekend, Jack and Lauren became more and more excited about playing outside in it. It was the perfect opportunity for them to try out the inflatable sledge that was sent to us to review.The sledge itself is inflatable, like a dinghy, designed for children aged four plus and weighing up to 56kg. There are two non-slip handles on either side and the bottom of the sledge is cushioned and comfortable, much more so than the plastic variety. I was surprised at how strong and sturdy it is.
The children loved it and it is a really fun idea. However, there are no hooks or holes to attach a rope to and I do feel it would benefit from being able to do this. Unless you have a steep hill to sledge down the only way it will move is if someone pushes – it's much easier to pull!
The price of £12.99 is comparable to plastic sledges currently available and when the sledge is not being used it can be deflated so takes up a lot less space in your garage or shed. It is designed to be robust, but comes with a puncture repair kit just in case.
Overall I think this is a good idea, but you do need a steep hill and lots of snow to get the the most fun out of it. Would benefit from a pull rope.
PWT rating: ♥♥♥♥♥
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