Hammerhead Pro X Snow Sled

by Hammerhead

Product Features

• Innovative sled with ergonomically designed, lightweight aluminum chassis
• Comfortable mesh seating absorbs the ride; responsive steering system
• Interchangeable skis let you accommodate current snow conditions
• Supports such accessories as lights, mirrors, backrest, cargo net, and more
• Measures 23 x 9 x 51 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 9.7 pounds; 1-year warranty

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

A re-invention of the classic Flexible Flyer sled, the Hammerhead blends the mood and imagination of bygone eras with modern technology, functionality, and styling. The Hammerhead sports an ergonomically designed chassis that feels like an extension of your body, almost as though your torso is gliding directly along the snow (but warmer). The result is Ferrari-class handling and Cadillac-class comfort, even on the most challenging winter surfaces. The precision-engineered aluminum frame, patented steering system, interchangeable skis, and revolutionary suspension fabric seating, meanwhile, are designed to accommodate everything from rugged terrain to novice pilots. You can even use the Hammerhead at ski areas thanks to its precise steering mechanism and topnotch suspension system.

The Hammerhead supports a myriad of cool accessories, including headlights and taillights for riding at night, mirrors for viewing others on the slope, a backrest for comfort, a cargo net, a reflector tape, and whatever else you can dream up. Sledders can buy many of the accessories from CherryMax Sleds--the manufacturer of the Hammerhead--or they can use bike components, which snap easily to the Hammerhead's standard tube size. Perhaps best of all, the Hammerhead weighs less than 10 pounds, so you can almost toss it back up the hill for the next ride. Other details include stunning machine-age styling guaranteed to appeal to modern consumers; a number of safety features, including ergonomic mesh seating designed to absorb the ride; and the ability to customize your sled with different ski rails depending on the snow conditions. The Hammerhead measures 23 by 9 by 51 inches (W x H x D), weighs 9.7 pounds, and carries a one-year warranty.

About Hammerhead Sleds
Hammerhead Sleds was founded in 2002 with the goal of re-creating the excitement evoked by sledding a century ago, when the Flexible Flyer was first marketed. To attract new sledders and re-connect with old ones, the company took the challenge of bringing an ancient technology up to date using new-age materials, manufacturing techniques, and user experiences. After three prototype versions, multiple patent applications, many test hours, and intense industrial design work, the company unveiled the Hammerhead, the company's flagship sled. At home in both the backyard and the ski slope, the Hammerhead looks and performs nothing like the sleds of the past, with attractive and comfortable ergonomic mesh seating, a lightweight aluminum frame, a responsive control system, and custom carving skis. The company's long-range plan is to bring sledding to the forefront of modern winter sports, with such sponsored activities as team riders and events, slope side venues, and sled races. Hammerhead Sleds is based in Vermont.

Product Description

21st Century Snow Sled. The Hammerhead is a re-invention of the classic Flexible Flyer. It captures the mood and imagination of a sledding era long gone by with new technology, functionality and styling. Sometimes called the "Ferrari on snow", this sled is capable of mountain riding with precise steering and control. The sled appeals to a broad consumer as kids love its coolness, adults are glad to finally have something to sled on other than plastic, and grandparents recognize it, appealing to both nostalgia and the “new luxury” desire for superior design (something they once did with their family). The consumer is stretched for time, and seeking activities that can be enjoyed close to home with the family. The Hammerhead sled is the consummate recreation simplifier. It simply takes advantage of a century-old legacy of sledding. Hammerhead features a number of innovations and design features which set it apart from all other sleds available to consumers today: Stunning “machine-age” styling that will appeal to the target customer and create the strong urge to buy; Safety in riding position, design features, controllability, accessories, and education; Performance features that include a precise steering mechanism and suspension, allowing for use at ski areas; Lightweight design, stemming from the use of modern materials and construction; Ability to customize, including swapping ski rails for different snow conditions; A wide range of accessories (off-shelf and proprietary) such as helmets, race kit, mountable lights, custom badging, safety leash, and cargo net.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 30 x 51 x 17 inches ; 8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00195BE1E
• Item model number: 8000002
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #101,017 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply the best runner sled ever made, February 8, 2009

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C. Dillman (North Yarmouth, Maine USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Hammerhead Pro X Snow Sled (Apparel)

This sled is amazing. You do however need the rear snow skis and tether for most conditions. I am 6'4" tall 230 lbs and the sled has held up fine after two winters, can be very fast so helmet is a must in most situations.

For those that haven't dumped $500-$700 on skis before the cost can be an issue. My suggestion is to look out for mid-end winter sales. EMS (eastern mountain sports) drops prices every year at the end of January to $200, REI drops prices in Feb to close to $200. Buy it then and you will be the envy of the slope next season.

Likely to be the last sled you will ever buy.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sledding for the 21st century, February 8, 2008

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Anthony J. Telensky "Tony T." (Vermont, USA) - See all my reviews
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Remember the first time that you tried a flexible flyer when you were a kid a discovered how much fun it could be to ride a sled that you could actually steer? While this is even better than that! These things fly, literaly. And have the comfy ride of your Dads old cadillac. But purchase the option powder skis if you plan on taking it off the packed or groomed trails, because it doesn't float well on loose snow with the factory installed skis.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Crowd pleaser, January 9, 2008

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T. Chalmers - See all my reviews
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I recently purchased the Hammerhead at Amazon after reviewing the product for a year. My son is 6 years old and drives the sled like a formula 1 driver on the sled runs of Southern Norway. If anyone is considering buying one. Do it.. It will be money well spent.

My son broke one of the ski's. I emailed Cherrymax on Sunday and the new bullet proof ski's arrived on Wednesday. Take into consideration that we don't live in the USA and international shipping is a nightmare, Cherrymax truely stands behind their product. I will be buying another sled next trip to the USA and recommend anyone considering this product to get one quickly.

I have driven many type of sleds here in Norway and nothing compares to the ride, stability and speed i've experienced on the Hammerhead. I would warn you against just buying 1. I wish i had brought 2, so we don't have to take turns.