• S4 E12 - Save Big Money Skiing, Destination La Plagne, Where is the Best Snow Now, Best All Mountain Skis 2024, Ski News and Loads More

  • Jan 17 2025
  • Length: 1 hr
  • Podcast

S4 E12 - Save Big Money Skiing, Destination La Plagne, Where is the Best Snow Now, Best All Mountain Skis 2024, Ski News and Loads More

  • Summary

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    Ski News & Updates:

    Ski Sunday: While it’s beloved by hardcore fans, they discuss how it could appeal to wider audiences and promote skiing in general.

    Ski centers like Ski-Allenheads in Northumberland and Yad Moss in Cumbria are seeing great snow conditions, while Snowdonia has received deep powder.

    L2A (Les 2 Alpes): €145 million being invested into improvements, including a new gondola and updates to the glacier and beginner areas. A drone show is planned for the new Jandri 3S gondola inauguration on January 17.


    Top Destinations for Snow & Skiing:

    • Austria: Fresh snow and perfect conditions in Skiwelt, Saalbach Hinterglemm, and Arlberg
    • France: Resorts like Portes du Soleil and 3 Valleys have recovered
    • Italy: Fresh snow at Madonna di Campiglio and Livigno, with most resorts now 90% open.
    • Switzerland: Verbier and Zermatt boast solid snow, but high winds and rain at lower altitudes challenge conditions at times.
    • Pyrenees: Fresh snow improves conditions in Andorra, St Lary, and Baqueira Beret.
    • Scandinavia: Cold temperatures and heavy snowfall in Norway, with top resorts like Hemsedal and Trysil offering great powder.
    • Eastern Europe: Bansko (Bulgaria) and Špindlerův Mlýn (Czechia) are seeing good snow conditions and well-maintained slopes.
    • Scotland: Snowmaking efforts are keeping resorts like Cairngorm and Glencoe open despite mild weather earlier in the season.
    • Canada: Western resorts like Lake Louise and Whistler Blackcomb are thriving with excellent snow coverage.
    • USA: The Pacific Northwest (e.g., Crystal Mountain, Stevens Pass) is experiencing deep powder, while the Rockies and Eastern US are seeing fresh snow.

    Ski Gear Guide & Competition Alert:

    • Win a GoPro HERO Speciality Accessory Bundle. To enter, leave a podcast review!
    • Rob and Dom discuss all-mountain ski gear.

    Men’s All-Mountain Skis:

    • Black Crows Camox: Versatile, playful, and responsive at speed, perfect for both groomed runs and off-piste adventures.
    • Salomon QST 92: Lightweight, responsive freeride ski, ideal for side-country exploration and carving.
    • Rossignol Arcade 88: Expert-level ski offering a balance of stability and responsiveness, with Line Control Technology for smooth control.

    Women’s All-Mountain Skis:

    • Line Pandora 85: Lightweight, stable, and great for hardpack conditions, perfect for piste skiers who occasionally venture off-piste.
    • Volkl Blaze 86: Fast and responsive, designed for sporty skiers who enjoy off-piste skiing.

    Destination of the Week: La Plagne with Mountain Heaven

    • La Plagne celebrates Mountain Heaven's 21st Anniversary, highlighting their exclusive focus on La Plagne for catered chalets and self-catered apartments.
    • Located in the Paradiski area, La Plagne is a favorite for families and seasoned skiers,

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    In the meantime Enjoy the mountains :) And Please do leave a review as it's the only way other like minded travellers get to find us!

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    To contact us with your suggestions for further episodes at dom@InTheSnow.com / robert@ski-press.com

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