SAM Coverage
Lifts & Ropeways
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Working the Shows
Put the “show” into the consumer show equation to build brand awareness and sell lift tickets.
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Getting to the Top
The author takes us on a global tour of the trends in lift constuction. The differences from continent to continent are vast.
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Riding the Gravy Train
When Winter Park redid its old cafeteria, not only did the lodge get a face lift, but profits took a turn for the better,…
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SAM Idea Files
A removable gate, a practice chairlift and a mobile sheave press are some of the great ideas from creative ski resorts.
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Industry Report
Mountain High on the Block? ASC Refinances $320 Million. Deer Valley Joins Ski Utah Interconnect. World Lift Ticket Survey Released. Intrawest Unveils Winter Park…
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Lifts 2004-An Overdue Rebound
New ski areas, major upgrades and small improvements made the overall lift construction picture pretty rosy this past year. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD…
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Bending the Line
Some obstacles are unavoidable as these lift builders found out. But instead of relocating terminals and towers, these lifts step out of line.
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Economic Analysis: Profits Still Strong
Improving upon last year’s numbers, resorts posted stronger profits this year, despite a decline in skier visits. Winter resorts profited surprisingly well from the…
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Industry Reports
Quiksilver Adquires Rossignol. Mammoth Goes on the Block. ASC Sells Haystack. Sugar Loaf Gets New Owner. Arizona Snowbowl Gets Nod to Expand. Highlest Lift…
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Would You Like Fries With That?
The pros and cons of letting franchises into the mountain community. Taking a cue from the No Spin Zone, several ski areas are touting…