Toboggan Made of Old Buggy Shafts

A method of making a strong toboggan sled by nailing a suitable bottom over sections cut from old buggy shafts, as shown in the sketch, can be adapted easily for use with poles of about the same size. They can be steamed and bent at the ends and the construction otherwise made as shown. The shafts were cut to the length indicated, the curved front end being sawed off. The bottom was carried up around the curved rear end, and a strong bracing strip was bolted across them. One-half-inch rope with leather loops provided handholds, and was also used as a brace at each side of the front of the sled. Twisted wire may also be used for this purpose. Cushions of the usual type can easily be made for the toboggan.