Can you run uphill with skis on? Skimo could be for you
Summary
Ski mountaineering, also known as skimo, will be included in the Winter Olympics for the first time in 2026 at the Milan-Cortina Games. The event includes both uphill and downhill skiing, with participants navigating an obstacle course.Key Facts
- Skimo will make its first appearance in the 2026 Winter Olympics.
- The event involves both skiing and running.
- The course consists of three uphill sections and one downhill section.
- Athletes start by running uphill with skis on their boots through an obstacle course.
- There are three transition areas where athletes switch between carrying skis and skiing.
- Skins, which are fabrics attached to skis for grip, are used during one uphill part.
- The total course takes between three to four minutes to complete.
- The mixed team relay involves one man and one woman, with each completing ascents and descents.
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