One of the greatest experiences in skiing is riding the chairlift, whether you’re with friends, with strangers, or completely alone. The chairlift lets you take a step back from the speed of the mountain, enjoy nature for some time, chat with friends or strangers, and rest your legs, all while pulling you back up the mountain without any effort needed from you.
“Though often overlooked and under appreciated, the chairlift may be the single greatest invention in the history of modern skiing. This a celebration of the device that brings skiers together in a way that nothing else can.“
Even those who’ve given up ski areas and turned toward the backcountry in response to rising prices and long lift lines likely learned to ski with the help of a chairlift. Without them skiing would be nowhere near as accessible or popular, so join Solomon TV in celebrating what is likely the greatest invention in skiing.