Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
Steel vs Poly vs Roller vs Armorskids — which snowblower skids are actually best for your driveway? I tested all 4 skid types side-by-side on concrete, gravel, and rough bumps to find out which skid protects your driveway, lasts the longest, and is worth your money.
In this snowblower skid showdown, I compare standard steel skids, poly (plastic) skids, roller skids, and Armorskids on my driveway to see how they handle bumps, steering, durability, noise, and cost. If you own an Ariens, Toro, or any 2-stage snowblower, this guide will help you choose the best skid shoes for concrete, asphalt, or gravel so you don’t scratch your driveway or waste money on the wrong upgrade.
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See pinned list labeled – SNOWBLOWER SCHOOL RUSTPROOFING
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3.Email garagegearjb@gmail.com to purchase a PDF file of the Rustproofing Your Snowblower Course. An invoice will be sent to you via email. When you receive the invoice, you will be required to PayPal $9.99 to garagegearjb@gmail.com. Please include your email and name in the comments section. You will receive the PDF in your email within 24 hours after payment is received.
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📦PRODUCT LINKS:
Ariens Deluxe 24" Snowblower (Model Number 921045) amzn.to/3qT1Gzq
SKIDS USED IN THIS VIDEO:
Ariens Steel Skids amzn.to/4tR5OOr
Ariens Plastic (Poly) Skids amzn.to/4cbt8jG
Roller Skids amzn.to/4kUT6Kw
Armor Skids (Others available on Armorskids.com)
Amazon Link -amzn.to/4s1LOae
OTHER KINDS OF SKIDS:
MTD Snowblower Long Plastic Skids amzn.to/4cHgf0P
MTD (Craftman, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, etc) Plastic Snowblower Skids amzn.to/3ZULdey
Ariens Professional Skids amzn.to/4aySjLQ
Toro Steel Skids amzn.to/3N1Np0N
Pittsburgh 225 Piece Socket Set amzn.to/3nPeEfM
DeWalt Drill Driver Combo Kit amzn.to/3p9nO7I
Weather Tech Snowblower Mat amzn.to/3LfQbsQ
Ariens Snowblower Mat amzn.to/3CxhsmF
Fluid Film amzn.to/3C0fvRg
Ariens Snowblower Cover amzn.to/3AWTjWJ
Snowblower Cover amzn.to/3OjYOt6
Gladiator Workbench amzn.to/3osnsbb
🎥WATCH THESE NEXT:
HOW TO ADJUST SKID SHOES ON A SNOWBLOWER (Save A Scraper Blade)
youtu.be/j7w3KUdNhbA
How to Grease Snowblower Auger Shafts (Ariens Deluxe 24) youtu.be/L_zfIzPg64s
What to Do After Using Your Snowblower (Every Time) youtu.be/bhyqfABfIUc
Toro Power Max 824 OE Impeller Kit Install – Throw Snow Farther & Stop Clogging youtu.be/nYDfjGAnoLk
Why Does My Snowblower Pull To One Side When Blowing Snow? (How To Fix It!) youtu.be/qzBWv-6FvHo
How To Lubricate & Grease The Traction Drive System | Ariens Deluxe 24 Snowblower youtu.be/w2eS3QMnfmA
How To Change AUGER & DRIVE BELTS On An Ariens Deluxe 24 Snowblower (Step-by-Step) youtu.be/U4wrOGRCiXY
JB and Garage Gear do not own the rights to the additional photos and clips used in this video.
Disclaimer:
Due to factors beyond the control of Garage Gear, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. Garage Gear assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. Garage Gear recommends safe practices when working on machines and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of Garage Gear, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Garage Gear.
JB from Garage Gear is a member of the Amazon Affiliate Program and may receive a commissions on select purchases. These commissions do not influence the prices you pay on Amazon. Thank You for supporting Garage Gear!
#SnowblowerTips #snowblowermaintenance #winterprep
Steel vs Poly vs Roller vs Armorskids — which snowblower skids are actually best for your driveway? I tested all 4 skid types side-by-side on concrete, gravel, and rough bumps to find out which skid protects your driveway, lasts the longest, and is worth your money.
In this snowblower skid showdown, I compare standard steel skids, poly (plastic) skids, roller skids, and Armorskids on my driveway to see how they handle bumps, steering, durability, noise, and cost. If you own an Ariens, Toro, or any 2-stage snowblower, this guide will help you choose the best skid shoes for concrete, asphalt, or gravel so you don’t scratch your driveway or waste money on the wrong upgrade.
👉 Buy your Snowblower here: https://liketk.it/5vVA6
👉 GET MY VIDEO RUSTPROOFING COURSE HERE: garagegearjb.etsy.com/listing/1578902799
👉GARAGE GEAR STICKER PACK HERE: garagegearjb.etsy.com/listing/4360371311
👉 Brunt Workwear: gopjn.com/t/2-529834-376103-289744
CONTACT INFO:
EMAIL: garagegearjb@gmail.com
INSTAGRAM: garagegearjb
🤝SUPPORT THE CHANNEL or help me take the GARAGE GAL out to dinner!
paypal.me/garagegear?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US
Thank you for supporting the channel!
GARAGE GEAR AMAZON STORE
amazon.com/shop/garagegear
🎓SNOWBLOWER SCHOOL - RUSTPROOFING COURSE OPTIONS:
1.Amazon Storefront:
See pinned list labeled – SNOWBLOWER SCHOOL RUSTPROOFING
amazon.com/shop/garagegear?linkCode=spc&tag=garagegearjb-20
2.Etsy:
etsy.com/listing/1578902799/rustproofing-your-snowblower-course
3.Email garagegearjb@gmail.com to purchase a PDF file of the Rustproofing Your Snowblower Course. An invoice will be sent to you via email. When you receive the invoice, you will be required to PayPal $9.99 to garagegearjb@gmail.com. Please include your email and name in the comments section. You will receive the PDF in your email within 24 hours after payment is received.
Thank you supporting Garage Gear!
📦PRODUCT LINKS:
Ariens Deluxe 24" Snowblower (Model Number 921045) amzn.to/3qT1Gzq
SKIDS USED IN THIS VIDEO:
Ariens Steel Skids amzn.to/4tR5OOr
Ariens Plastic (Poly) Skids amzn.to/4cbt8jG
Roller Skids amzn.to/4kUT6Kw
Armor Skids (Others available on Armorskids.com)
Amazon Link -amzn.to/4s1LOae
OTHER KINDS OF SKIDS:
MTD Snowblower Long Plastic Skids amzn.to/4cHgf0P
MTD (Craftman, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, etc) Plastic Snowblower Skids amzn.to/3ZULdey
Ariens Professional Skids amzn.to/4aySjLQ
Toro Steel Skids amzn.to/3N1Np0N
Pittsburgh 225 Piece Socket Set amzn.to/3nPeEfM
DeWalt Drill Driver Combo Kit amzn.to/3p9nO7I
Weather Tech Snowblower Mat amzn.to/3LfQbsQ
Ariens Snowblower Mat amzn.to/3CxhsmF
Fluid Film amzn.to/3C0fvRg
Ariens Snowblower Cover amzn.to/3AWTjWJ
Snowblower Cover amzn.to/3OjYOt6
Gladiator Workbench amzn.to/3osnsbb
🎥WATCH THESE NEXT:
HOW TO ADJUST SKID SHOES ON A SNOWBLOWER (Save A Scraper Blade)
youtu.be/j7w3KUdNhbA
How to Grease Snowblower Auger Shafts (Ariens Deluxe 24) youtu.be/L_zfIzPg64s
What to Do After Using Your Snowblower (Every Time) youtu.be/bhyqfABfIUc
Toro Power Max 824 OE Impeller Kit Install – Throw Snow Farther & Stop Clogging youtu.be/nYDfjGAnoLk
Why Does My Snowblower Pull To One Side When Blowing Snow? (How To Fix It!) youtu.be/qzBWv-6FvHo
How To Lubricate & Grease The Traction Drive System | Ariens Deluxe 24 Snowblower youtu.be/w2eS3QMnfmA
How To Change AUGER & DRIVE BELTS On An Ariens Deluxe 24 Snowblower (Step-by-Step) youtu.be/U4wrOGRCiXY
JB and Garage Gear do not own the rights to the additional photos and clips used in this video.
Disclaimer:
Due to factors beyond the control of Garage Gear, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. Garage Gear assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. Garage Gear recommends safe practices when working on machines and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of Garage Gear, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Garage Gear.
JB from Garage Gear is a member of the Amazon Affiliate Program and may receive a commissions on select purchases. These commissions do not influence the prices you pay on Amazon. Thank You for supporting Garage Gear!
#SnowblowerTips #snowblowermaintenance #winterprep
