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2020

Never has there been a more important time to keep people informed about what's going on. To that end, SAM Magazine has decided to remove the paywalls from the online versions of the March 2020 and May 2020 issues of SAM so that everyone in the industry can stay connected and informed during this crisis and plan ahead for next season.

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Grooming 2020

Efficiency gains involve digital, sustainable, and educational components as well as mechanical and technical advances in groomer...

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Lessons through the Terrain Based Learning process are complimentary to all guests.

Dream Come True

Written by David Meeker
The Big SNOW indoor ski and ride facility showcases a radical and instructional approach to the learn-to experience.
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E-Bikes: Full Speed Ahead

E-Bikes: Full Speed Ahead

Written by Jennifer Rowan
As e-bike sales explode, resorts (and others) are grappling with how to integrate them into their trails and operations.
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Forgotten on the Fringe

Forgotten on the Fringe

Written by Andy Bigford
Occasional, infrequent, lapsed and other overlooked participants could be key to growing skiing and riding.
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Tools of the Trade

Tools of the Trade

Written by Sarah Wojcik
New products from the Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show and beyond.
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At Waterville Valley, mid-energy Ratnik Baby Snow Giant X-2s work particularly well in fighting the wind.

Snow News is Good News

Written by Peter Oliver
Resorts are adopting new snowmaking technology and ensuring a better experience for guests—and achieving a rapid ROI.
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Protect Your Reputation

Protect Your Reputation

Written by Gina Decaprio Vercesi
Engage with your online critics in a constructive and timely way.
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Idea Files :: March 2020

Idea Files :: March 2020

Written by Sam Geise
DIY motor-room door, big water-bottle holders, and a sheave-wheel carrier.
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Ice That's Nice

Ice That's Nice

Written by Peter Oliver
The making of a World Cup race course.
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Understanding Ball and Roller Bearings

Understanding Ball and Roller Bearings

Written by Neville Sachs
Cleanliness and good fits are critical to the life of  your bearings.
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Keeping a Watchful Eye

Keeping a Watchful Eye

Written by Bob Curley
An increasing number of resorts are seeing the benefits of video surveillance systems.
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Mountain Spy :: March 2020

Mountain Spy :: March 2020

Written by Donna
"How can a poor college guy earn a free lift ticket? THE QUESTION: “I’m a local college student, and I can’t afford a pass right now. Are ther...
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How to Win at E-Commerce

How to Win at E-Commerce

Written by Evan Reece
Online sales drive advance purchases, make business more predictable, and capture consumer data. And what drives online sales? Dynamic pricing.
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SAM Summit Series :: Management vs. Leadership

SAM Summit Series :: Management vs. Leadership

Written by The Editors
Three mentors discuss managing and leading, and how the two relate.
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Year-Round Passes

Year-Round Passes

Written by Linda Goodspeed
Winter guests are buying into summer in the mountains.
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News and Views :: March 2020

News and Views :: March 2020

Written by Staff Report
Bluebird Backcountry, Big Snow facts, supplier and people news.
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On the Road :: March 2020

On the Road :: March 2020

Written by Staff Report
SAM hits the NSAA regional shows, Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show, and ACCT conference. 
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