What does ski racing really look like outside the World Cup spotlight?

In this episode, Craig sits down with Elsa Powell, creator of the YouTube channel Fall Liners, which documents the unfiltered journey of British athletes chasing Europa Cup starts, FIS points, and long-term Olympic goals.

Elsa shares how she went from racer to filmmaker, why she launched the project in 2024, and what it takes to follow self-funded athletes across Europe — from van rides and wax rooms to the emotional volatility of a sport where a podium doesn’t always mean progress.

They discuss:

• The structure of British ski racing and funding realities

• The brutal competitiveness of Europa Cup

• FIS points, ranking systems, and why finishing 70th can be a win

• Filming vulnerable moments without crossing the line

• Building a niche sports media platform from scratch

If you care about ski racing, athlete development, or the behind-the-scenes realities of high-performance sport, this conversation offers a rare inside look at the level just below the World Cup.

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