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Lucky Bums Deluxe Ski Trainer Harness

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Item # 717895

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This multi-functional, 3-in-1 trainer works to help parents enjoy the time they spend teaching kids to ski by making it easier.

Features a safety handle designed to help adults safely lift children onto chairlift, leashes for teaching ski turns and an easy access backpack
Handle enables parents to load and unload children on the chairlift and gives parents a secure hold onto kids during the chairlift ride
Learn-to-turn leash is integrated with the harness to make teaching ski turns easy; device should not be used as a stopping device
Easy-access backpack allows for quick storage of leashes and has room for mittens and treats
Leashes should be stored in backpack prior to loading on chairlift
Versatile design can also be used for other sports training activities including snowboarding, skiing, in-line skating and ice skating

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Lucky Bums Deluxe Ski Trainer Harness Customer Reviews

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Lucky Bums Deluxe Ski Trainer Harness

4.5

(based on 8 reviews)

88%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Easy to use (7)
Tough (5)
Lightweight (4)

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Dec

2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Very helpful for young and short skiiers

By telpinaro

from Elizabeth, CO

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Easy To Use
Tough

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Comments about Lucky Bums Deluxe Ski Trainer Harness:

We used this when my son was starting to ski at age 3, and we're still using it now at age 5! When just starting out, it really helps build confidence and control. As for it sitting too high up or pulling the upper body backwards... I just had my boy keep his hands on his knees. That helps with balance and turning anyway, whether using the harness or not.

Nowadays we use it for getting on and off the lift, and something to hang on to while riding on the lift for peace of mind. It's also useful for after a fall: grab the handle and lift the kid, and all skis, legs and arms can untangle!

Plus, once the lines are no longer needed, the pouch is a fun place to carry a treat or snack.

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Apr

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

I heart this thing

By krikidingo

from Reno, NV

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Pros

Easy To Use
Kids love it
Tough

Cons

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First timers
Little kids

Comments about Lucky Bums Deluxe Ski Trainer Harness:

I use this product every ski outting with my 2 year old daughter. She calls it her backpack! She just loves it. Not only does it make getting on the lifts easier but it allows me to slow her down when she bombs the greens.

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Dec

2010

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Love these!

By emmy castle

from Holiday Valley, NY

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Easy To Use
Lightweight
Tough

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Comments about Lucky Bums Deluxe Ski Trainer Harness:

I have found these so useful that both of my kids have one to wear on the mountain now. The leashes were useful when they were first learning, but they are off leash now.

My kids are 6 & 7 and we still wear them so we can use the handle on the backpack. They're not quite tall enough to be able to get on the chair by themselves, so we use the handle to hoist them up. It's also great for holding on to them while the lift is in the air.

Now that they're too big for the leashes we use the little pouch to carry other things - tissues, snack, etc.

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Dec

2010

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Worth every penny.

By boise

from Boise, Idaho

About Me Intermediate

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Easy To Use
Lightweight
Stylish
Tough

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Comments about Lucky Bums Deluxe Ski Trainer Harness:

This harness is so great for teaching kids to ski. The design is very functional. The harness is simple and durable with adjustment points on the shoulders and waist. The backpack pouch holds the leashes when not in use and has extra room for a small snack like a cliff bar or a sandwich. There are two options for attaching the leashes, (two leashes) with a leash attached near each side of your kids torso (helps teach turning) or a single leash attached to the back of the harness. Leashes are adequate length (about 7ft.) to feel a safe distance from your youngster in case they crash in front of you. The handle on the back of the harness is useful for picking up your kids after they crash plus it's great for added security on the chairlift. If you are even considering this type of device, you will appreciate this purchase. We use ours with a "easy wedge" and have had very good luck with teaching our youngsters to ski.

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Jan

2010

(3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Great for teaching; use it upside-down!

By Seattle Ski Geek

from Seattle, WA

About Me Advanced

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Easy To Use
Lightweight

Cons

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Comments about Lucky Bums Deluxe Ski Trainer Harness:

Very helpful for getting small kids on/off the lift. For skiing, the leashes attach too high, so I put it on my daughters upside down (shoulder straps going through the legs). Works well that way with the attach points right on the hips, near their center of gravity.

It's a little annoying to have to turn it upside down every time before/after getting on the lift, but well worth it. The extra confidence it gives my girls makes a big difference. I mostly only have to apply tension via the straps to avoid crashes or when the slope gets too steep. My older daughter (8) has already graduated from using it, and my 6-year-old still asks for it when on slopes a little out of her comfort range.

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Dec

2009

(0 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

good for two uses but not three.

By kmh154

from port or

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Comments about Lucky Bums Deluxe Ski Trainer Harness:

Pulls your child backwards when they need to be leaning forward as all of us skiers know. So I feel it teaches bad habits right of the bat.

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Jan

2009

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great Product

By Ski Daddy

from Pacific Northwest

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Easy To Use
Tough

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Comments about Lucky Bums Deluxe Ski Trainer Harness:

Well made durable product that I used with my 4 year old daughter. Not only helped on the slope while she was learning but we continued to use it for several seasons to help her on and off the chair. Very secure and gave her confidence which is so important for young children. The pack is great for treats on the chair ride up. I strongly recommend and would not start a young child skiing without it.

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Jan

2008

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great!!!

By idaho!

from Boise Idaho

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Comments about Lucky Bums Deluxe Ski Trainer Harness:

this is awesome! We have been using ours for 3 years. We haven't used the leashes for years but our (now) 5 year old daughter is still wiggly on the chairlifts and the handle provides us a HUGE sense of relief. Also makes is simple to get her onto the old style fast chairlifts. Would recommend this to every parent who skis with young children!!!

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