What is a sled?

Sleds are vehicles designed to glide over snow or ice, typically used for transportation, recreation, or sport. They have smooth runners or a flat bottom, allowing them to move easily across frozen surfaces. Sleds can be pulled by people, animals, or gravity, and come in various types, including toboggans, dog sleds, and sledges used in winter sports. In some regions, sleds have historically been an essential means of travel during snowy months. Today, they are popular for activities like sledding hills, dog sled racing, and bobsled competitions.