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Four-ski improvised toboggan.—If a ready-made toboggan is not available, the improvised four-ski toboggan is best. Materials used in its construction are four skis, a pair of ski poles, two braces 18-20 inches long, and 8—10 feet of cord or thongs. The skis are placed side by side on the snow. They must be staggered a little so that the projecting toe irons do not interfere with one another. If one pair of skis used is 3 or 4 inches shorter than the other, and the long and short skis are alternated, the toe irons may be staggered without bringing the ski tips out of line. This will facilitate tying the forward brace in place just behind the upturned points. The tying of this brace is also easier if small holes have been bored through the ski tips. These holes do not weaken or disfigure the skis. If a ski has been broken by the fall causing the injury, it can be repaired with a tip or contraction band and used in the toboggan. |
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