SAM Coverage
Sam Geise
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Idea Files :: May 2016
Tissue boxes, recycled dispensers, and the many uses of Trex DIY TISSUE BOXES “Mike Rumrill, our lift ops supervisor, made five of these for…
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Idea Files – March 2016
SCENIC CHAIR “We decided to start to run our Stevenson Express for scenic chairlift rides, but it only had a ramp for winter use.…
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Idea Files :: November 2014
Snowplay tunnels, maze aids, and lift shack microwaves are the latest great ideas from resorts. SNOW PLAY Let’s face it——kids can’t ski or snowboard…
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SAM Idea Files
In the Driver’s Seat The lift attendants at Cascade Mountain, Wisc., sure have a cushy job thanks to this idea—recycled automobile seats. Finding and…
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SAM Idea Files
Quick Disconnect For easy access to chairlift loading areas by ski patrol, lift maintenance people and grooming vehicles, Mark Barthel, mountain manager at Grand…
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SAM Idea Files
On the Mark A good thermometer is a vital instrument at ski areas, especially for snowmakers. However, there is no need to spend an…
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SAM Idea Files
Perfectly Dry Nothing discourages a new rider faster than renting ski or board boots that are wet. To prevent this from happening at Perfect…
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SAM Idea Files
First Aid on Wheels This bright red, two-piece, professional Craftsman toolbox would be the pride and joy of any senior lift mechanic, had it…
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SAM Idea Files
Brake Time Like many ski resorts, Eagle Rock Ski Area, Pa., has some older lifts still in service. The problem was with the location…
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SAM Idea Files
Battery-Powered Grease Warren Smith and his crew at Winterplace, W.V., were looking for an easier way to grease the sheave wheels on their many…
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SAM Idea Files
Tubing for Tots Anyone who has a tubing hill knows just how popular, and profitable, these areas can be. The problem is that little…
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SAM Idea Files
Double Up Warning flags on snowmobiles are not only a great idea, but required by law in some states. Those originally made for bicycles…
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SAM Idea Files
Glove Dryer Practically nothing dampens the spirits of lift maintenance personnel more than wet gloves. Scott Howells, lift maintenance crew at Winterplace, W.V., decided…
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SAM Idea Files
Idea #1: Portable Potty The mountain crew at Mt. Hood SkiBowl, Ore., had the unpleasant job of moving a port-a-potty from the base servicing…
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SAM Idea Files
New Life for Boards Two problems inspired this neat invention at Hyland Hills, Minn. Assistant area manager Jake Woese was looking for a way…
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SAM Idea Files
Idea #1: Sled Lift Winter Park, Colo., operates an alpine slide in the summertime and was looking for an easier and safer way to…