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What is it
The sport is Skeleton. Skeleton is one of the most daring events of the Olympic Winter Games. It involves plummeting head-first down the same track as Luge and Bobsleigh, on a tiny sled reaching speeds of up to 135km/h. Gravitational G Forces hold the sled and athletes on the wall of a banked turn and on some tracks, the “G” force exerted on an athlete can exceed five G’s
Where does it take place
Skeleton races are held on outdoor bobsled and luge courses that are about 1,200 to 1,600 meters (1,313 to 1,750 yards) long and 1.4 meters (4.59 feet) wide. Speeds can reach 144 kilometers (90 miles) per hour. Competitors race against time. The individual with the lowest combined time overall wins the competition. Races are held for both men and women.
Clothing and equipment
Brakes
There are no brakes. Competitors attempting to slow down on the course are disqualified. At the end of the run the
athlete slows the sled down with his or her feet.
Clothing and equipment
Bumpers
Front and rear bumpers absorb shocks and protect the athlete from the wall.
Clothing and equipment
Frame
Early frames bore a vague resemblance to a skeleton, which is how the sport acquired its name.
Clothing and equipment
Handles
Handles are used for the start push and during the race. They must be covered with soft material.
Clothing and equipment
Helmet
All competitors must wear helmets, which are hard plastic and equipped with a chin guard and visor.
Clothing and equipment
Racing suit
The racing suit is a tight-fitting bodysuit made of elastic fabric that may have padding sewn into the elbows.
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Shoes
They are made of synthetic material and have spikes on the soles for traction during the start push.
Clothing and equipment
Sled
The sled is made of two runners. The frame must be constructed of steel. The same sled must be used in all the heats of the competition. It may weigh no more than 43kg
for men and 35kg for women.
Judging–who wins
You win in skeleton by getting the fastest timing, how fast you went down the track. You can come in places 1, 2 and 3.
Fantastic work Bailey. Wonderful information and great presentation, but it would have been better if you had written in your own words, not copied straight from the internet. Perhaps some sound, transitions and animations would be good too. You also need to cite where the information came from. But overall, well done. 20/5/14