Ski Bobbing Travel Insurance
Specialist cover for high-risk sports and adventure travel.
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Ski bobbing is a winter sport that blends skiing with a seated riding style. Instead of standing on two skis, you sit on a lightweight frame fitted with a ski at the front and rear, steering with handlebars as you move downhill. Some riders also use small foot skis to help with balance. Compared to traditional alpine skiing or snowboarding, the seated position changes how you turn and control your speed, but you are still travelling on open slopes alongside other skiers and snowboarders.
ActivitySure can cover ski bobbing when you are taking part on an amateur, non-professional basis during your trip abroad. This applies to recreational use within recognised ski resort boundaries. It does not extend to professional competition or specialist extreme terrain. While the format feels different, the environment is the same mountain setting, with varying snow conditions and shared pistes.
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* Protection levels are based on overall cover limits, benefits and excess across each plan.
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Single trip Ski Bobbing Travel Insurance
Perfect for one-off adventures, holidays and activity breaks abroad.
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Annual multi-trip Ski Bobbing Travel Insurance
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Whether you’re planning a one-off escape, an activity-packed holiday or travelling regularly throughout the year, our protection levels are designed to give you confidence at every stage of your journey. From emergency medical cover and cancellation protection to support while you’re away, you can choose the level of cover that best fits the way you travel and the adventures you take on.
Destination Insight
Where do people go ski bobbing?
Ski bobbing is most commonly found in European alpine resorts, particularly in Austria, Germany and Switzerland, where it has a longer tradition as an alternative winter sport. Some Austrian resorts in particular host informal ski bob gatherings and club events during the season. It is usually offered within established ski areas that already cater for alpine skiing and snowboarding, making it easy for visitors to try as part of a standard winter sports holiday. While less common outside central Europe, it can occasionally be found in other mountain destinations with well-developed resort infrastructure and prepared pistes.
Here's why ski bobbing travel insurance matters:
Even though you are seated, ski bobbing still involves downhill movement at speed. Icy patches, uneven snow or busy slopes can increase the chance of falls or collisions. The riding position may alter how you land if you fall, which can lead to strains or impact injuries. If you are injured while ski bobbing abroad, you may need medical treatment, mountain assistance or repatriation to the UK.
Helpful travel tips
- Follow all instructions and safety guidance given by resort staff or instructors.
- Wear appropriate safety equipment, including a correctly fitted helmet.
- Begin on easier slopes while you get used to steering and braking.
- Keep a sensible distance from other slope users
- Adjust your speed to suit snow conditions and visibility
Frequently asked questions
Ski bobbing is a winter sport where riders use a lightweight bike-style frame fitted with skis instead of wheels. It’s different from traditional skiing or snow biking, so if ski bobbing is what you’re doing, make sure your policy reflects that activity.
Yes. Ski bobbing is covered under the Winter Sports extension, so you will need to add this to your policy before taking part. It’s important to add this extension, as claims will only be considered for insured activities.
Yes. Some ski resorts and winter activity centres offer beginner ski bobbing experiences or supervised sessions. You must follow the instructor’s guidance, use the proper safety equipment, and stay on suitable slopes for your experience level.
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if Winter Sports has been added and you meet the policy terms. As with all sports, take care on slopes, stay within marked areas and avoid conditions beyond your ability.
When Winter Sports is added, winter sports equipment cover applies to owned or hired equipment, subject to the Policy Wording and any limits or exclusions. This can include cover against loss, theft, or damage.