Porsche Design goes downhill on another sled

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Porsche Design composite bobsled - Click above for high-res image gallery

Traditionally, Porsche hasn't been a name commonly associated with snow. That was before the German automaker got into the SUV game, though, and maybe just as important for the impending winter season, the downhill sled market, too.

A couple of years ago, Porsche Design rolled slid out its award-winning aluminum sled for kids, and has now followed up with an advanced composite bobsled. The design takes its cues from parabolic skis, with a slight bend in the runners for better steerability. Porsche Design also toiled over the optimal camber angle, kept the weight down to just 8.8 lbs, and got it certified to TÜV safety standards - all that for around $225 (hey, we never said Porsche ever did anything on the cheap). Follow the jump for the full press release and the images in the gallery below for a closer look.

Gallery: Porsche Design Bobsled

[Source: Porsche Design]

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