Winter sports are enjoyable but costly, affecting both amateur and elite athletes. Many, including Irish athlete Cormac Comerford and Croatian skater Valentina Aščić, have turned to crowdfunding for essentials like equipment and family support. Jamaica's bobsled team also seeks funding to continue their legacy. Rémi Drolet, a Canadian skier, faces significant out-of-pocket expenses due to lack of government support, while Laila Edwards, a US ice hockey player, has raised over $60,000 to bring her family to Italy. These stories highlight the financial challenges athletes face despite the Olympic glamour.