Do toboggans have brakes?


Do toboggans have brakes? A brake chain under the downhill end controls speed in steep terrain when pressure is applied to the front spars which proportionally affects the location and length of the chain to regulate the braking effect. A line attached to the toboggan secures it to a rescuer. There are one and two piece toboggans.


Do you need a helmet to toboggan?

About 4,000 kids suffer sledding-related head injuries each year. Children should always wear helmets when sledding: there are no helmets specifically designated for sledding–use a properly sized and fitted bike helmet or ski helmet.


What is the average speed of a toboggan?

Top toboggan speeds depend on chute conditions and how many people are on a toboggan, but the average speed is around 40 miles per hour! You can see your top speed at the bottom!