Two major World Cup weekends. One deep dive into what actually mattered.

On this episode of Skimo Gold, Travis Macy is joined by longtime ski mountaineering commentator Catie Friend to break down the Andorra Vertical World Cup and the Boí Taüll Sprint and Mixed Relay. Together, they analyze the results, the racing dynamics, and the small moments that decided big outcomes—especially in the sprints and mixed relay, where transitions, downhill skiing, and tactical positioning made all the difference.

They discuss dominant performances, rising athletes, Team USA’s progress, and what these races reveal as the Olympic window gets closer. From technical course features and changing snow conditions to confidence-building wins and costly split-second mistakes, this episode offers an insider’s look at how elite skimo racing actually unfolds.

If you want more than just results—and care about how races are won and lost—this is your World Cup recap.

Big thanks to CAMP for supporting Skimo Gold, and to DYNAFIT and POMOCA for powering the Olympic Dispatch series.

Let’s go!

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