Frequently Asked Questions
What are the sizes, weights, and rolled-up dimensions?
Regular: 24"W x 48"L flat, 3.8 lbs, rolls up to 24" x 4", $74.99. Large: 30"W x 48"L flat, 4.4 lbs, rolls up to 30" x 4", $79.99. Alaskan: 36"W x 48"L flat, 5.2 lbs, rolls up to 36" x 4", $84.99.
What size sled should I get for my hunt?
Asked from Moses Lake, WA (doe hunt, sandy terrain, about a 1 mile drag, 80-100 lb animal). For sandy terrain, we'd recommend the smallest sled size. Cinch the sled tight around the animal, much like a burrito - the goal is the least amount of surface area touching the ground, wrapped in a way that protects the harvest.
Can you make a custom size?
As of now we don't customize sizes beyond our three stock sizes - though our Alaskan size actually got its start as a request from a moose hunter, so we're always happy to talk through what you might need.
Is it hard to re-roll the sled for a second trip?
Not at all - it bounces back quickly. If it's stiff from the cold, set it out in the sun for a few minutes and it rolls up easily.
How does it perform on rocky ground, over logs, or on a skid road?
One hunter told us they dragged an elk quarter load over a boulder-field logging road - it wore through in spots but held together for the job. Built tough, but like anything dragged over sharp rock, it will show wear.
Why is it harder to drag over dirt/grass than snow?
It's a rubber bottom, not poly - so there's some friction on bare ground that you won't feel on snow. That's expected, not a defect. Cinching the load tight to keep the surface area as narrow as possible helps a lot here. We have some tips and tricks to help smooth out the drag.
Does the sled come with rope?
It comes with the drag rope. The cinching rope is not included.
Is the metal bar/stay included?
Yes - it's a PVC stay bar, and it's included.
