Compact storage, ease of use, and flexibility in means of transport have made the Sked stretcher popular with fire departments, rescue squads, the military, and ski patrols. Made from a heavy sheet of plastic, the stretcher becomes rigid when folded around your patient. A variety of
handles and straps allows the stretcher to be transported by carrying, lifting (vertically or horizontally) by rope systems or helicopter, or towed with the stretcher sliding on the smooth bottom surface. The system comes complete with the stretcher, Cordura® nylon backpack/towing
harness, two straps, horizontal lift slings, vertical lift sling, one large steel carabiner, and four removable web handles. The storage bag is 36 inches (91 cm) long by 9 inches (23 cm) in diameter.