Snow-Pins make it easier to launch on steep (snow-covered) terrain because they allow you to easily fix the canopy to the ground. This means that the paraglider can be laid out neatly and you don't have to scramble around to rearrange it just because a small gust of wind has passed or the cloth slips on a smooth surface of snow. When you take off, the pins are simply pulled out and fly down into the valley attached to their loops. If any get lost on the way, it's not a problem: the Snow-Pins are made of wood and are therefore biodegradable. Don't forget to remove the pins from the glider before packing it up to avoid damaging the fabric. You can find detailed instructions on how to use the Snow-Pins correctly in the manual.