Once formed, the habit is not easy to break.

Two kinds of sledges are used, one for travel and the other for transporting freight.

The former is light and just large enough for one person with a little baggage.

The driver sits with his feet hanging over the side, and clings to a bow that rises in front.

In one hand he holds an iron-pointed staff, with which he retards the vehicle in descending hills, or brings it to a halt.