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Fast runner down mountains (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

ski

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'fast runner' is the definition.
'ski' can be an answer for 'runner' (something which 'runs', ie moves quickly on snow). I'm unsure of the 'fast' bit.

I can't explain the rest of the clue.

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(Other definitions for ski that I've seen before include "Narrow runner for snow and water" , "Piece of sports equipment" , "Winter sports footwear" , "Winter sport attachment" , "Mountain runner" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail and The Irish News.
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