It is ace.
The features are not difficult to get over - but there is time advantage in getting them right. It should be
VERY raceable - rather than being a obstacle course.
The surface is a dream - I tried worn mini-spikes - it was good. I think pins will have a slight edge, but I don't think there will be any advantage with spankers - used ones from Worksop will be about right I feel.
The straight is in the correct place and is satisfyingly long with a full 180 deg sweeper at the end-
The actual venue is really superb - it's a brand new building so 100% draft-free, nice and warm with lots of pitting space.
Bring on tomorrow.