SAM Coverage
New Products
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Snowmobiles and ATVs 2006
Whether in summer or winter, snowmobiles and utility vehicles are vital to area operations. Here’s a look at what’s new in these small workhorses.…
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What’s New
Ziprider cable rescue device, V-Kool heat-reflecting film, Keuka footwear, Techstar Plastics cart, Flexmeter wrist guard, Snow Tiger ski wagon, Milestone rock pavers, ColorID passholder,…
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Make Summer Sizzle
SAM hit the road to the annual IAAPA show to find out what’s hot for the warmer months and what some ski areas were…
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Grooming Vehicles 2007
Both Prinoth and PistenBully introduce new machines and a third manufacturer is poised to it the market. Both Kässbohrer and Prinoth have new big…
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2007 SIA Show: Top 25 Products and Trends
Want to know what will be hot on the slopes next season? We cruised the SIA Show in Las Vegas to find out. Check…
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Software Update
When it comes to integrating all the departments at your resort, there are many options. Here’s a look. Integrated software programs are the Derek…
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Tools of the Trade
Creating great and safe freestyle terrain requires an arsenal of specialized tools. Great terrain parks result from thoughtful planning, sufficient resources, thorough execution, proper…
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25 Top Products
After cruising through the SIA Show in Vegas, the SAM staff came up with the 25 must-have products in accessories and gear. Fashion, wearable…
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Grooming Vehicles 2006
Our annual look at the machines that groom our slopes. The big news? A new big guy on the block, while two other manufacturers…
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Fun and Games
Take a look at some of the trends in entertainment straight from the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions show. For areas considering…
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Bouncing Into Summer
Gravity sports are all the rage and a great way for mountain resorts to cater to the summer guest. Given the cost of capital…
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SAM Idea Files
Small tubing hill, hay bags and auxiliary power engines are some of the great ideas from creative ski resorts.
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What’s New
The Rental Scene, Ultimate Rails, Pump it Up, In or Out?, The Packer, Going Places, Cover Up, CYA, Breaking Away, Diamonds are Forever, Test…
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Vegas, Baby!
A new venue and a recent boost in holiday retail sales proved to be a sucessful formula for the 2003 Vegas show.
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Can You See Me Now?
Few mountain visitors need a GPS device-but that won’t stop them from wanting one.
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From the Streets to the Slopes
A look at the next generation of snow toys including snowdecks, bicycles on skis or boards, and steerable tubes.
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Sam Idea Files
Innovative and creative ideas from ski areas around the country: diapers to control oil leaks in the Midwest, spare tire fencing from Kissing Bridge,…