16. Michael Silitch: Mentorship, Mindset, and the Heart of Skimo

22/09/2025 1h 6min Temporada 1 Episodio 16
16. Michael Silitch: Mentorship, Mindset, and the Heart of Skimo

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In this episode of Skimo Gold, Cam Smith and Travis Macy sit down with Michael Silitch, a trailblazer in American ski mountaineering whose roots run deep in the Alps and the global skimo community. Michael shares his decades-spanning journey from racing in Chamonix to mentoring young athletes and what it means to pass the torch while staying in the game himself.Michael reflects on the evolution of the sport, the value of long-term athletic development, and why mindset matters as much as VO2 max. Whether you’re chasing podiums or finding joy in the process, this one’s packed with timeless insight from a true ambassador of skimo.Let's go!- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Thanks to our sponsor CAMP Subscribe to our YouTube channel Learn more about Travis Macy and Cam Smith Follow along with Skimo Gold and the Travis Macy Show Skimo Gold is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.

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