The Best Snow Sleds for Adults This Winter

Flexible Flyer Winter Heat Snow Sled.

Snow sleds may be good for good ol’ fun, but for those who take sledding a bit more seriously, we have the best one for you. The Flexible Flyer is quite expensive for a plastic sled, but this sturdy sled is light and durable.

It will definitely slide you down a little hill, but it can also sled through curves, make jumps, speed through trees, and go adventuring in the back country.

The snow sled is built for extreme manoeuvrability. It’s sloped shape also sits nicely on your back or over a backpack. It has a narrow frame and shortened body which makes doing flips, turns, and slides more than possible.

It’s built to impress and do nice tricks and exhibitions you can’t do with any other sled.

It’s not as easy as sit-and-go as most family-friendly sleds, but once you get the hang of it, the Mad River Rocket Snow Sled makes every snow-covered surface your playground. No need to worry too much, though, as it comes with a one-year warranty and replacement parts.

Guide Gear Snow Slider Toboggan Sled

Another sled for the serious sledder, the Guide Gear Snow Slide Snow Sled never attempted to be a toy. It won’t be able to do flips and crazy jumps, but it works beautifully on a wide variety of conditions, whether you’re sliding down steep virgin snow or rougher patches of trails.

The front ski turns exceptionally smoothly while the two rear skis providing great support.  It is a snow sled that is quite wide at 40″ wide and offers a 220 lbs. capacity, so it should suit a wide range of people (or even two if you are both lightweights).

The steel frame is a great addition to the durability and not taking into account any crazy stunts you try, it should last a while.

Flexible Flyer 48" Snow Sled

There’s a nostalgic feel to the Flexible Flyer Snow Sled. Made of birch wood and steel, this tough sled has a classic look with a sturdiness that can possibly turn it into an heirloom piece. The construction of the sled and materials used are meant to absorb abuse and overuse.

It’s a pretty straightforward sled with flexible steering bars for easier handling. There are also pre-drilled holes on the deck so you can attach your own rope if you prefer. The steel runners are powder-coated red for visibility and protection.

The most popular variant of this snow sled is 48 inches long. It will be comfortable for kids but might run too short for adults. There is also a 60-inch version to accommodate larger passengers or more kids.

Flexible Flyer Steel Saucer

No frills, all thrills, the Flexible Flyer Steel Saucer will get you down that slope of snow. The rolled edges and slick bottom will glide you through packed or fresh snow. The rope handles allow you to lean in and steer the saucer.

This snow sled might look simple, but this sled is not one of those almost disposable plastic saucers. The Flexible Flyer is made of high-grade steel that promises more than enough use and several winters. Its 26-inch diameter lends comfortable space for most adults.

It’s lightweight at 7 pounds, but as it’s simply a saucer this may cause some problems. Lighter adults or kids might have difficulty keeping the saucer down, especially at high speeds or small jumps.

Airhead Classic | 1-2 Person Snow Sled

If you want the thrill and a little bit of frill, then the Airhead Classic snow sled for you. It functions like any snow sled but can fit up to two people on it.

It comes in a 25-inch diameter and is a whole load of fun. It is simple, flexible, light, and easy to use. Just don’t expect it to be easy to control. But, being low to the ground, there is not so far to fall or flip should things go wrong. Which they tend to when slidding around on a snow sled!