Episode 50: Ski mountaineering explained with Iain Innes
Ski mountaineering is a test event at this year’s Olympics, but what exactly is skimo, and what does it take to compete at the highest level?In this episode, Emma is joined by Iain Innes, British ski mountaineering athlete, mountain endurance specialist, and member of the GB Skimo Squad.Ski mountaineering (also known as ski-mo or skimo) combines uphill skiing, fast transitions, technical downhill skiing, and decision-making in the mountains. Iain shares his insight into one of the most physically demanding and historic alpine sports in the world, from how he got into it, to what he loves about it, to where it might take him. Iain also delves into his life as a mountain athlete which includes skyrunning, and his latest passion, paragliding all year round.
Expect to hear
• What ski mountaineering is and how it works
• How Iain came across ski mo and what his first race was like
• How skimo became an Olympic sport, and what it could mean for the future of the sport
• Iain's connection to mountain culture
• His thoughts on protecting the mountains as the sport grows
This episode is full of passion for pursuing your goal – even if that means living in a 2015 van in winter to make it work.
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