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COURSE - The course will start and finish at the Russian base and pass through Uruguayan,
Chilean and Chinese bases. You will begin a 3 mile stretch on dirt roads before
reaching the 1 mile ascent of Collins Glacier on snowy and icy surfaces.
Regular training shoes are sufficient to handle these conditions.
After descending the glacier, you return along the road and through
the Russian base while heading in the opposite direction to a turnaround at
the Chinese with the finish back at the Russian Base. Some base staff will
participate and we will gain some assistance from base facilities. Click here for
a course map and elevation profile. You must have Adobe Acrobat reader.
WEATHER - Temperatures range from 15F-30F minus the wind chill which can lower it by about 10F. Snow is rare but light flurries are common. NUMBER PICKUP - Numbers and pins will be provided on board the ships. SHOES - You will not need any special shoes. A training shoe designed for offroad running is best. Bring two pair since it might be wet and muddy. Racing flats are not a good idea. STARTING TIME - 9:00am depending on the weather on race day.  FINISHING TIME - Marathoners must finish under 6 1/2 hours. You must pass the halfway mark in 3 hours 10 minutes. Course marshalls have the responsibility to disqualify any runner who might endanger himself through fatigue, hypothermia or dehydration. AID STATIONS - Drink stations will be positioned at the corners of the course about every 2 miles. ***You must bring three plastic 16 oz. or 20 oz. water bottles with you. Also, bring any electrolyte replacement fLuids that you commonly use. Only water will be available in Antarctica. Toilets will be available at the bases. AWARDS - Top three overall for males and females in both races. In the marathon: top two in each age category under 40, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 and over. All finishers will receive a certificate and medallion.     
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