It’s funny how much time we spend riding chairlifts and how little many of us know about their maintenance and general operation. Thanks to Sun Valley for giving us a behind the scenes peak of mountain ops as they replace the haul rope on Mayday Lift. Pass this along to a friend who appreciates the hard work that goes into making a successful ski season.

Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture.... More by Francis Xavier