About Skeleton
Skeleton Essentials (CBC.ca)
The object of skeleton racing seems elementary: ride a sled to the bottom of a steep, icy track as fast as possible. But it’s far from being a cinch. The object is to go fast and ride smooth, to pick the best line around a twisting, winding run, minimize friction and maintain good aerodynamic form. Doing these things will shave off precious hundredths of seconds that separate contenders from pretenders.
Skeleton History (FIBT.com)
While skeleton will be new to most us, an earlier version of the event actually made Olympic appearances in 1928 and 1948. In fact, it's actually the oldest sliding event, a true forerunner of the better-known bobsleigh and luge.
