198: Skiing to the South Pole, Les 2 Alpes Marathon & 2024 Ski Test
We discover what it’s like skiing to the South Pole, Iain takes the train to Les 2 Alpes to run a marathon on snow and Al updates us from the SIGB Ski Test in La Clusaz. Iain was joined by Preet Chan...
25 Jan 202448min
The Best Ski Gloves & Socks of Winter 2024 (plus why you should NEVER buy ‘tube socks’)
Iain and Al pick the best ski gloves and socks for winter 2024, plus we explain what a ‘Lobster Claw’ glove is and why the two biggest ‘ski sock sins’ are wearing tube socks or wearing two pairs of so...
18 Jan 202433min
197: Tips for skiing with children, ski carriage costs & the latest equipment trends
We look at tips for taking a ski holiday with your kids, find out the true cost of ski carriage and get an updated on the latest equipment trends. Host Iain Martin was joined by journalist Katja Gask...
12 Jan 202441min
The Best Ski Helmets & Goggles of Winter 2024 (plus what MIPS & VLT means)
Iain and Al cover the best new ski helmets and goggles for winter 2024, plus we explain all the jargon, including MIPS This Special Episode of The Ski Podcast has been made possible by Ellis Brigham ...
5 Jan 202433min
196: Snow Report Special
Our final episode of 2023 is a Snow Report Special, covering 10 resorts in 5 countries. Thanks to all of our listeners who joined us this year and here’s to a wonderful 2024 packed full of snow. Int...
31 Des 202317min
The Best Ski Jackets of Winter 2024 (with all the technical terms explained)
Iain and Al pick the best new ski jackets for winter 2024, plus we explain the difference between waterproofing, breathability and taping. We also look at the increased use of recycled materials in ja...
29 Des 202332min
195: The Eurostar Snow Train, Sustainable Les Arcs & Chemmy Alcott's EV experience
There’s a sustainability focus this week as we look at the new Eurostar Snow Train, find out what Les Arcs is doing that sets them apart, plus Chemmy Alcott tells us about her experience of driving an...
22 Des 202351min
The Best Ski Boots of Winter 2024 (plus what 'Flex', 'Gripwalk' & BOA means)
Iain and Al pick the best new ski boots for winter 2024, plus we explain the difference between the cuff, shell and liner, demystify ‘Flex’, powerstraps and GripWalk, and cover why you shouldn’t buy s...
15 Des 202337min
