diff --git a/code/modules/vehicles/scooter.dm b/code/modules/vehicles/scooter.dm
index 4e238b58860..b2bb9f18616 100644
--- a/code/modules/vehicles/scooter.dm
+++ b/code/modules/vehicles/scooter.dm
@@ -286,7 +286,7 @@
 
 /obj/vehicle/ridden/scooter/skateboard/wheelys/skishoes
 	name = "ski shoes"
-	desc = "Uses patented retractable wheel technology. Never sacrifice speed for style - not that this provides much of either."
+	desc = "A pair of shoes equipped with foldable skis! Very handy to move in snowy environments unimpeded."
 	instability = 8
 	wheel_name = "skis"
 	component_type = /datum/component/riding/vehicle/scooter/skateboard/wheelys/skishoes