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Check out the directory of the Summer Ops vendor partners. Choosing your next summer attraction or service is made easier with company descriptions, primary contact emails and website info. 

 


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Adventure Partners Attractions is a leader in via ferrata and aerial walkway design and installation, pioneering the via ferrata tradition in America’s most prestigious alpine resorts. Luxury destinations have embraced via ferratas to engage their growing demographic of adventurous travelers. Clients include Jackson Hole, Mammoth, Taos, Alyeska, Arapahoe Basin, Royal Gorge Bridge & Park, Amangiri Resort, Castle Hot Springs Resort and Mohonk Mountain House. All installations meet applicable ASTM 2959, CEN 16869, and FSM 7330 standards and are stamped by a professional engineer. 

Web: adventurepartners.com
Vendor Contact: Mike Friedman, Managing Partner, 970-596-4025, mikef@adventurepartners.com

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BlackStrap® develops mountain lifestyle gear for every outdoor adventure. From the winter slopes to waterways and the trails in between, our mission is to build unrivaled gear that protects you from the elements and keeps you active and comfortable longer. We aim to bring innovative products to market with a mindful approach that focuses on quality and reliability within our responsible supply chain.
Web: https://bsbrand.com/
Vendor Contacts: Jim Sanco


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CLIMB Works Design is a strategic partner in commercial adventure design, build, and operations, supplying experience, expertise, and capital. Its operational expertise stems from two nationally ranked adventure locations, CLIMB Works Smoky Mountains in Gatlinburg, Tenn., and CLIMB Works Keana Farms in Oahu, Hawaii. CLIMB Works Design is on the cutting edge of adventure and technology; it worked alongside Holmes Solutions to install the first-ever zip-to-rail zip line coaster in the world at Lumberjack Feud. The company also led the design and build of the Treetop Skybridge at Anakeesta, the largest tree-based canopy walk in the U.S. With an extensive team of adventure professionals, CLIMB Works can take an idea and turn it into a truly unique and custom adventure experience. 
Web: www.climbworksdesign.com
Vendor Contacts: Nick Thompson, Reid Bieber

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Deasonbuilt Inc. has become the standard in transporting mountain bikes uphill. With 45 bike carrier systems at 35 resorts across the U.S., Canada, and New Zealand, Deasonbuilt has sold more bike carriers for ski lifts and gondolas than any other manufacturer. Resorts choose these bike carriers because the system is incredibly user-friendly and durable. The carriers are the quickest and easiest to load/unload, simple to attach, and stackable at season’s end, eliminating the need for a large storage space. Deasonbuilt constructed its first bike carrier in 2003, and continues to innovate and create the best product available. Order your free demo and experience how the best-performing bike carrier can work for you.
Web: www.deasonbuilt.com
Vendor Contacts: Kelly DeasonJennifer Heitz
 
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Together with its award-winning manufacturing partners, including De Waard Tenten of the Netherlands, EJH Events and Distribution designs, distributes, installs, and maintains glamping units, event structures, tents, and hospitality products. EJH strives to produce high quality products that can be utilized 365 days a year, helping mountain resorts become four-season destinations.
Web: ejhdistribution.com
Vendor Contacts: Edward Haynes, e.haynes@ejhdistribution.com; Jacob Marler, j.marler@ejhdistribution.com 

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From rock-realistic climbing walls that blend beautifully into your mountain environment to bright, colorful climbing panels for your kid’s club, Eldorado Climbing has the perfect climbing terrain for any operation. NEW for 2020: The Landmark Series, which gives your guests the chance to climb iconic formations such as Delicate Arch or Devil’s Tower. Structures are hand-sculpted, hand-painted, and instantly recognizable.
Web: www.eldowalls.com
Vendor Contact: Tami Velasquez

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Gravity Logic was created to take advantage of the expertise gained building the Whistler Mountain Bike Park—the world’s #1 bike park—and assist other businesses in the design, development, and construction of trails and facilities that will thrill a wide variety of riders with unparalleled park experiences.
Web: www.whistlergravitylogic.com
Vendor Contacts: Paul Mutch, Dave Kelly, Peter Sutcliffe

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INTENSE is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-end, full-suspension mountain bikes. Founded in Southern California in 1993 and developed with over 30-years of racing heritage, INTENSE combines artistry and engineering to deliver a confidence-inspiring ride and a striking aesthetic. Whether it’s your first trail ride or your most recent World Cup, INTENSE is built for the thrill of cycling. Experience the INTENSE difference. 
Web: https://intensecycles.com/
Vendor Contacts: Jennifer Gabrielli

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Holmes Solutions delivers smart engineering and design through testing and innovation. Its latest SwitchBack technology blends zip lines and coasters into a unique and exciting addition to any location. Contact Holmes to learn more about this groundbreaking technology. With clients spanning the globe, the company’s industry and engineering know-how will give you the competitive advantage. “We’re Holmes Solutions, we do a lot of things, revolutionizing the adventure recreation industry is one of them.”
Web: www.holmessolutions.com
Vendor Contacts: Dan Brennan, John Schaefer

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Leitner-Poma of America offers a complete line of cable transport systems, including surface lifts, chairlifts, gondolas, MiniMetro urban transport, trams, inclined elevators, industrial trams, and more. Its experience and flexibility allow it to design, engineer, manufacture, and maintain transportation systems that are precisely adapted to the changing needs of customers, including electrical and mechanical upgrades, technical support, gearbox inspections and repairs, and installation for systems throughout North America. Leitner-Poma has installed aerial and surface systems all over the world and has established its position as a market leader. The company’s worldwide network has installed more than 10,000 transportation systems in 61 countries. These systems safely transport 8,000,000 passengers each hour.
Web: www.leitner-poma.com
Vendor Contact: Erick Chaparro, Erick.CHAPARRO@leitner-poma.com; Jon Walters, Jon.Walters@leitner-poma.com
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MND is an industrial group specializing in ropeway mobility, snowmaking systems, mountain safety, and leisure infrastructure. Based in the Alps, in France, MND has 300 employees and relies on seven international distribution subsidiaries and 28 distributors to develop its activities worldwide. The group has been established in the U.S. for 10 years and has offices in Eagle, Colo., and Laconia, N.H. In the U.S., MND has supplied proven and sustainable solutions for avalanche risk prevention, snowmaking systems, ski lifts, and ski area safety equipment. 
Web: www.mnd.com/en 
Vendor Contact: Dennis Kinsella, dennis.kinsella@mnd.com

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Moment Factory is a multimedia studio based in Montreal with a full range of production expertise. The team combines specializations in video, lighting, architecture, sound, and special effects to create remarkable immersive experiences. Since its inception in 2001, Moment Factory has created more than 400 unique shows and destinations. Clients include the Los Angeles Airport, Microsoft, NFL, Sony, Mont Tremblant, the City of Barcelona, Madonna, and Royal Caribbean. Moment Factory has also developed its own signature shows, such as the Lumina Enchanted Night Walks, a series of award-winning multimedia night walks taking place in natural outdoor settings. Through Lumina, visitors are immersed in a magical environment where emotions are engaged through technology to discover a unique experience inspired by the local culture and the site’s natural beauty.
Web: www.momentfactory.com
Vendor Contact: Catherine Lachance, catherinela@momentfactory.com
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The new Nautilus Tower from Outdoor Ventures offers a unique opportunity for people of all ages across the spectrum of mobility to reach new heights. The Tower complements existing attractions, as well new developments, with an accessible way for any visitor to climb to a height of up to 115′ feet and enjoy the view.  The Nautilus Tower offers an inclusive experience for recreation, education and observation.
Ropes Park Equipment (RPE) has been a distributor of equipment used in the operation and construction of ropes parks and other climbing venues since 2008.The products RPE distributes are created specifically for the ropes course industry to provide the safest climbing experience in the world. They include a variety of harnesses, self-retracting lifelines, continuous belay systems, and integrated carabiner systems. RPE harnesses are made of the highest quality materials and meet stringent quality control standards, while self-retracting lifelines are durable, dependable, and provide maximum safety. The LockD Clips “smart, always locked on” belay and integrated carabiner systems virtually eliminate human error while improving the customer experience. Customers such as Arapahoe Basin Ski Resort have adopted LockD Clips as their safety system.
Web: outdoorventures.uswww.ropesparkequipment.com; www.lockdclips.com 
Vendor Contacts: Bahman Azarm, bahman@ropesparkequipment.com; Cody Greene, cody@ropesparkequipment.com; Candie Fisher, candie.fisher@myadventurepark.com
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Safehold Special Risk is a ski industry specialist with in-depth knowledge and unique insight to enhance your operations. Its industry professionals are closely tied to your region so you have access to their experience and expertise when and where you need it. Safehold provides industry-specific casualty and property insurance products and risk management services, including: commercial general liability, excess liability, property, inland marine, machinery breakdown, crime, commercial auto, digital risk, and workers’ compensation.
Web: www.safehold.com
Vendor Contacts: Robert Andrews, Mistica Walker, Colin Russell, Tim Bruce

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SE Group has been the industry leader in the planning and design of mountain resorts since 1958. Over the years, our team has grown to include landscape architects, community planners, environmental analysts, and economic advisors that are pioneering how communities across the country think about recreation, tourism, and outdoor spaces. Whether it’s a multi-season mountain resort or a schoolyard playground, our clients trust us to lead them from first spark of inspiration to final phase of implementation.
Web: www.segroup.com
Vendor Contacts: Claire Humber

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Singenuity is booking software for tour and activity operators that makes you money while also simplifying your operation. Its powerful all-in-one software includes online and onsite bookings, unlimited digital waivers, a full point-of-sale, and a complete photo solution. And the best part: at no additional cost for you. Now that’s simple ingenuity. 
Web: www.singenuity.com
Vendor Contacts: Max Nichols

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Star Lifts Summer World - Star Lifts USA continues to expand its line of leisure products, which now includes equipment to enhance summer operations with products for all ages. Fly through the air on the Sky Dive, jump from land to sea on the NauticJet, or take in the view from the top of the Tower. This new line of summer leisure products exhibits the same level of quality and service resorts have come to expect from Star Lifts USA.
Web: www.starlifts.com
Vendor Contacts: Conor Rowan, Larry Hays
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Walltopia is the world’s leading climbing wall manufacturer. Founded in 1998, Walltopia has built more than 1800 climbing walls and adventure facilities in 76 countries on 6 continents. Following its passion for climbing and adventure spirit, in 2012 it created a line of amusement products: the Rollglider rollercoaster zip line; Walltopia Caves, artificial caves; Ropetopia ropes courses; Fun Walls interactive climbing walls; Ninja Course obstacle challenges; and the all-in-one entertainment station, the Adventure Hub. Its head office is in Sofia, Bulgaria, with sales offices in the U.S., China, Malaysia, UAE, Canada, Austria, Germany, Russia, and Australia.
Web: www.walltopia.com
Vendor Contacts: Chris Tamoney
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With over 300 installations, the Wiegand Alpine Coaster is the world’s market leader in the Mountain Coaster industry. We create outstanding revenue for our customers and set the standards for future Alpine Coaster installations. Our Alpine Coaster is the only Mountain Coaster that complies with the latest applicable DIN, ISO, ASTM, CSA, and CA-OSHA standards. 

Web: www.wiegandsportsusa.com
Vendor Contacts: Jessica WedelJacob Watabe
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As the master licensee of Switchback technology, Ziptrek Technologies is working with an expanding network of licensed partners to bring the game-changing Switchback ride system to locations around the globe. The Switchback zip ride system uses a powered trolley that can transition seamlessly between cable and rail at speed, allowing for flexible designs, exceptional safety, and higher throughputs. For use in rural or urban settings, Switchback technology provides solutions for adventure recreation, amusement, and tour rides. 
Web: www.switchbacktech.com 
Vendor Contact: Jeff Tate, jtate@ziptrektechnologies.com
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We are the world’s leading supplier of the longest, steepest, and most successful commercial zip lines, with over 34 ZipRider® / ZipTour® installations worldwide. We were chosen to build the evacuation system for ULA and NASA! We produce the “ZipRescue” lift evacuation device. Visit ZipWhipper.com to learn about our new automated climbing wall attraction with free-fall swing, now operating at Snowbird Resort.

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