Gnarly real life demonstration of the effect of high wind on ski lifts from Mount Omuro, Japan where 67mph gusts had these chairs blowing around like leaves on a tree. If you ever find yourself bellyaching about a lift on wind hold, remember this video:

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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....