Sleds made of light metal, steel runners are used in Bobsleigh competitions. The 4-crew sleighs are maximum 12.5 ft long and weigh around 630 kg and 2...
Racers wear close-fitting and aerodynamic suits made of a lycra-type, textile-based material. The brakeman wears a Kevlar vest to avoid burn injuries....
Helmets made from heavy-duty composite plastic are used that usually have visor attached to it....
Shoes having spikes along the edge of the sole are worn to give better traction on the ice during the push off....