Sledmaker Brice Hoskin takes readers through a brief history of sleds and sledding, and taps into the emotional pull that many of us feel when we see those first frosty snowflakes - and a beautiful, fast sled. From the use of sleds in the Olympics and the proper technique for kicksledding to choosing a good hill and making the perfect apres-ski cocoa, this book is sure to charm anyone who likes sleds, at any age. An excellent companion to any sled gift.