Luges are a type of SLED used for racing down icy slopes. They are typically made of fiberglass and have a steering mechanism, allowing the rider to control their speed and direction. The term 'luges' is derived from the French word for 'sleds, ' which is 'LUGE.' The crossword solutions for the term 'luges' are 'sleds' (5 letters) and 'sledwards' (9 letters). Sledwards is a combination of the words 'SLED' and 'edwards, ' referring to the curved shape of the LUGE.