Most Rescue Sleds Are Built to Be Replaced
Foam and inflatable rescue sleds are widely used β but they come with a hidden cost: short lifespan, performance degradation, and ongoing replacement cycles.
β 2β3 season lifespan (inflatable)
β 2β5 season lifespan (foam / composite)
β Frequent replacement cycles
β Performance degradation under load & over time
Over a 10-year period, most agencies replace their sleds multiple times β paying full price again and again.