[renormalised (Carl)]

Originally Posted by Robh

I'm intrigued by the expression "the wind just rolls off it". Is this a euphemism for very windy?

However, it does sound like a great idea.
There's some more info here ...
http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/20...tplaceonearth/

Regards, Rob

Katabatic winds....the plateau is that high that the winds develop on its flanks and roll down the side rather than disturb the top of the plateau. The top is essentially outside the wind zone, hence calm.