lugeing, also called luge tobogganing, form of small-sled racing. Luge sledding is distinctive from bob and skeleton sledding in that the sled is ridden in a supine position (lying on the back) and steered by subtle leg and shoulder movements. The sport takes its name from the French word for “sled.”
Where does luge originate? According to brittanica.com, the origins of luge (French for "sled") date back to the 15th century. Read More...