Although there is currently a lack of snow in a majority of the country, a blizzard is inevitable this season. When the snow finally arrives, millions of people of all ages will hold snowball fights, build snowmen, and attempt to once again build an impenetrable snow fortress; however, playing in the snow has never been so high tech.
Many companies have released gadgets this winter to do anything from help form that perfectly packed, round snowball, to building the perfect snow igloo in the front yard. Below I have listed five gadgets that revolutionize playing in the snow, leaving snow days forever changed.
Snowball Blaster. This gadget, released by the Hammacher Schlemmer Company, makes the perfect round snowball, and then launches them up to 50 feet. Snowball fights with the neighbors will never be the same with the launcher. It can even form and launch three snowballs at once, making for an intense (and decisive) battle against your opponents who lack such a gadget.This gadget is so high powered, that it is not recommended for young children. ($29.95)
IceBox Igloo Maker. Once you have the snowball launcher, the next step is a protective fortress. Even if it is just for fun, making a snow fort is a popular activity among kids of all ages, and it is also one of the most difficult to do. The IceBox Igloo Maker makes it infinitely easier. Using the brick maker, it molds the snow into perfect bricks, which can be assembled into an igloo or other snow fort in one to three hours. Although a little pricey, this gadget will keep the kids busy in the yard for hours. ($175.80)
Snowman Maker. There are several versions of this gadget; however, they all make the creation of the perfect snowman extremely simple. Fill the mold with snow, press it, and out comes the perfectly round snowman body. In a snowball fight, it is easy to create many snowmen to act as guards and barriers. Although this takes some of the fun out of making a snowman, it definitely gets high marks for efficiency. ($31.99)
Slegoon. Gone are the days of using a garbage can lid as a sled. The Slegoon is the next generation sled. Built for speed, control, and thrills, the slegoon is perfect for sledding down large hills and mountains. It is even outfitted with a steering mechanism and a roll bar for optimum safety and control. This device goes so fast, it is said that the G-forces will push you back against the seat. (Limited Retail Sales)
Snow at Home. Live in an area where there is no snow yet? With the SG7 snowmaking system, this is no longer a problem. Throw out those old snow machines that simply shoot out ice, and purchase one of these. Although it requires freezing temperatures to operate, it will blanket your yard in a substantial snowfall. With a steep price tag, however, it may be better to wait for the next blizzard. ($3,300)
