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A very important step in preparing a sled for a run, which can take as much as three hours. On a four-man bobsled, each member of the crew is responsible for sanding one of the runners.
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| Scabbards |
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Guards of wood or metal that are used to protect the runners while the sled is being transported.
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| Shades |
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Canvas covers that protect a track from the sun and debris between races.
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| Slider |
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An athlete who takes part in bobsled, luge, or skeleton sledding, which are collectively known as "sliding sports."
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| Speed Suit |
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A skin-tight rubber suit worn by a slider to improve aerodynamics and minimize wind resistance.
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| Start Shoes |
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Shoes, similar to a track sprinter's spikes, worn by the crew to give traction on the ice while pushing.
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