The Inside Edge Skiing Podcast with Snow Camps Europe

Inside the Life of Freeride Skier Mari Henderson Japan, Kaprun & Ski FilmsIn this episode of the Inside Edge Skiing Podcast, we sit down with Mari Henderson, ski instructor and freeride athlete from New Zealand, to talk about her journey through the ski world, from learning to ski in NZ to working winters in Kaprun, Austria.Mari shares how growing up skiing in the Southern Hemisphere shaped her approach, what it’s really like doing winters in Japan, and how she made the transition into freeride competitions. We also dive into the realities of life as a professional skier, balancing instructing, training, travel, and competition.We also talk about Mari’s involvement in an upcoming Arc’teryx ski film, her perspective on progression in freeride skiing, and what it takes to carve out a career in the ski industry while staying true to your own style of skiing.Whether you’re interested in freeride skiing, becoming a ski instructor, or building a life around winters across the globe, this episode offers an honest and inspiring look behind the scenes.🎿 Topics covered in this episode:Learning to ski in New ZealandWorking as a ski instructor in KaprunSkiing and living in JapanFreeride competitions and progressionLife as a professional skierSki films and future projectsIf you enjoy real stories from inside the ski world, make sure to like, subscribe, and join the conversation in the comments.About Snow Camps Europe:We run quality, personal, and unique ski camps and lessons in Kaprun and across Europe. From beginners to advanced skiers — and from solo travellers to families — we help you ski smarter, safer, and with more confidence.Learn more: https://snowcampseurope.com

Responding to Your Biggest Questions, Debates & Hot TakesThis week on the Inside Edge Skiing Podcast, we dive straight into your comments from the past few episodes — the debates, the questions, the criticisms, and the great insights from skiers all over the world.From Epic Pass concerns, ski gear discussions, influencer transparency, and All-Mountain vs Piste skis… to AfriSki, boot technology, and everything in between — we’re tackling the lot.We read your comments, break them down, and give our honest ski-coach perspective without the jargon or sugar-coating.If you’ve ever left a comment on our videos… there’s a good chance we talked about you in this episode.⛷️ In This Episode:Responding to your biggest ski questionsClearing up confusion around ski gear & techYour thoughts on the Epic Pass controversyInfluencer transparency in skiingAll-Mountain vs Piste ski debatesSki school insights & industry frustrationsViewer opinions from all over the world📌 If you enjoy the episode, don’t forget:👍 Like the video🗣️ Drop your thoughts in the comments🔔 Subscribe for next week’s deep diveAbout Snow Camps Europe:We run quality, personal, and unique ski camps and lessons in Kaprun and across Europe. From beginners to advanced skiers — and from solo travellers to families — we help you ski smarter, safer, and with more confidence.Learn more: https://snowcampseurope.comLearn more: https://snowcampseurope.comInterested in becoming a ski instructor?https://mailchi.mp/snowcampseu/psie-l...30 Ways in 30 Days — a free e-course designed to help you ski with more:FlowControlConfidencehttps://mailchi.mp/67a16a6074a8/30-wa...Salzburg Airport Transfers for Winter 2025/26 will now start running from 13th December 2025! Direct transfers from Salzburg AirportServing most Austrian ski resortsComfortable, reliable & stress-free travel right to your accommodation.www.snowcampseu.com/airport-transfersLevel up your skiing in 30 days with this free 30 day coursehttps://mailchi.mp/fff39e36270b/level...Conquer fear today sign up for our 30-day email series to conquer ski fear and boost your confidence on the mountain.https://mailchi.mp/snowcampseu/fear-l....#SnowReport #SkiLife #SnowCampsEurope

Inside Africa’s Only Ski Resort! AfriSki Manager Shane Reveals the Reality of Skiing at 3030mThis week on the Inside Edge Skiing Podcast, we’re taking you somewhere most skiers don’t even know exists: AfriSki, the only ski resort in Lesotho, sitting high in the Maloti and Drakensberg mountains at 3030 metres.We’re joined by Shane, the manager of the AfriSki Ski School, to uncover what it’s really like to run a ski resort in southern Africa. From the challenges of snowmaking in a unique climate to training skiers at high altitude, this episode gives you an inside look at one of the world’s most unexpected ski destinations.In this episode we cover:❄️ What makes AfriSki so unique⛰️ Life and skiing at 3030m in Lesotho🏂 Challenges of managing a ski school in Africa🚠 How AfriSki creates and maintains ski conditions🌍 The future of skiing in southern Africa🤝 Shane’s personal journey and passion for snowsportsWhether you’re a skier, snowboarder, adventure traveller, or just curious about skiing in Africa, this episode delivers something you’ve never heard before.About Snow Camps Europe:We run quality, personal, and unique ski camps and lessons in Kaprun and across Europe. From beginners to advanced skiers — and from solo travellers to families — we help you ski smarter, safer, and with more confidence.Learn more: https://snowcampseurope.comLearn more: https://snowcampseurope.comInterested in becoming a ski instructor?https://mailchi.mp/snowcampseu/psie-level-130 Ways in 30 Days — a free e-course designed to help you ski with more:FlowControlConfidencehttps://mailchi.mp/67a16a6074a8/30-ways-in-30-days-to-better-skiingSalzburg Airport Transfers for Winter 2025/26 will now start running from 13th December 2025! Direct transfers from Salzburg AirportServing most Austrian ski resortsComfortable, reliable & stress-free travel right to your accommodation.www.snowcampseu.com/airport-transfersLevel up your skiing in 30 days with this free 30 day coursehttps://mailchi.mp/fff39e36270b/level-up-your-skiing-30-days-to-ski-smarter-stronger-and-more-confidentConquer fear today sign up for our 30-day email series to conquer ski fear and boost your confidence on the mountain.https://mailchi.mp/snowcampseu/fear-less-skiing-series.#SnowReport #SkiLife #SnowCampsEurope

Ski Gear Recommendations Influencer Advice or Hidden AdvertisingAre ski influencers giving honest advice… or pushing gear for commission?
In this week’s Inside Edge Skiing Podcast, we dive into the world of ski influencers — the good, the bad, and the ones who suddenly switch ski brands because there’s a referral code waiting in their inbox.
We talk about:
❄️ Why some influencers don’t declare paid partnerships
🎿 How referral codes and commissions actually work
🔄 The sudden “brand swap” phenomenon
🧊 Why transparency matters for skiers trying to choose the right gear
📢 And the importance of knowing who’s giving real advice vs who’s giving paid adviceContext note:
This episode was recorded on 17 November. Shortly afterwards, one of the influencers mentioned publicly disclosed that they do receive payment for promoting a specific ski brand — timing, eh?

Whether you’re buying skis, boots, or any gear this winter, this episode gives you the insider’s perspective on what to watch out for before spending your hard-earned money.
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This week’s podcast dives into a massively overlooked piece of ski equipment… your socks.Yep — the wrong pair can ruin your day, and the right pair can keep you warm, dry, and skiing stronger for longer.In this episode, we break down everything you didn’t know you needed to know about technical ski socks, including:🧦 How much sweat your feet actually produce — both at rest and while skiing🔥 How SmartWool and other merino-based socks use moisture to generate heat💧 Why technical socks keep your feet dry (and why drying matters more than thickness)🏂 How materials, compression zones, and modern sock engineering improve comfort and performance❄️ Why cheap cotton socks are the fast track to cold, wet feet🌡️ How proper socks help regulate temperature in changing conditionsWhether you’re a beginner or a seasoned skier, upgrading your socks is one of the easiest — and most underestimated — ways to boost comfort on the mountain.New episode drops every Thursday, covering skiing gear, technique, travel, and everything in between.If you’re ready for warmer feet and better skiing, this is the one to watch.