What are the underfoot conditions at the Pole?
The terrain can be uneven, dotted with small hillocks of reasonably solid ice. In this case, athletes will have to be careful not to twist their ankles when running. However, it can also be comprised of soft and loose snow, and both features may be evident on the circuit. The 2006 terrrain was quite trying, comprising deep snow in patches and a very uneven and unpredictable surface, making it difficult to get a rhythm going.
The terrain can be uneven, dotted with small hillocks of reasonably solid ice. In this case, athletes will have to be careful not to twist their ankles when running. However, it can also be comprised of soft and loose snow, and both features may be evident on the circuit. The 2006 terrrain was quite trying, comprising deep snow in patches and a very uneven and unpredictable surface, making it difficult to get a rhythm going. Some snowdrifts were evident on the course in 2010 due to strong winds.
