โ€œThey have to go through on every inch of every lift to get it ice-free before it can start spinning.โ€

This video comes to us from the good folks at Mount Snow in Vermont but the process is the same at resorts around the world. Getting a lift to spin after itโ€™s been coated in a layer of ice is not for the weary. I hope this POV video of how itโ€™s done gives you a better appreciation for the work your local lift mechanics do on a daily basis. Donโ€™t be shy the next time you see them at the bar, buy them a beer and show them some gratitude. Unsung heroes.

 

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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....