Attitash's Summit Lift Replacement Project Update

Michael Fulton13 June 2023

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Attitash is in the midst of a busy offseason, making significant progress on their Summit Triple Replacement Project. The New Hampshire ski resort is replacing the much-criticized Summit Triple chairlift with a modern detachable high-speed quad, promising a shorter ride time of six minutes and increased capacity. Recent updates have showcased the removal of the haul rope, comm line, and bottom terminal, with the drive station, top terminal, and most lift towers also taken down. Some lift towers in the steeper sections will be removed via helicopter.

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Attitash is experiencing a bustling offseason as they undertake various projects. The ski resort in New Hampshire is replacing the widely criticised Summit Triple chairlift with a modern detachable high-speed quad provided by Leitner-Poma. This new chairlift boasts a ride time of just six minutes, significantly improving Attitash's capacity to accommodate visitors comfortably.In their video update on June 1st, Attitash showcased the removal of the haul rope, communication line, and bottom terminal. In a recent update, provided last Saturday, they offered detailed information on the current progress of the Mountaineer, as well as other ongoing projects during this offseason.Thus far, the drive station, top terminal, and the majority of lift towers have been dismantled. However, some lift towers in the steeper sections still remain and will be removed using a helicopter. Today, they are conducting controlled blasting to remove the granite in the base area. Subsequently, attention will be directed towards eliminating the granite surrounding the future top terminal at the summit. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Attitash Mountain Resort (@attitashmountainresort) Aside from the Summit Triple replacement, Attitash is engaged in additional endeavours. They are replacing the snowmaking pipes on the Spillway trail, enhancing snow coverage capabilities. Additionally, the regrading of the Progression Quad is underway, which will facilitate easier unloading for guests. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Attitash Mountain Resort (@attitashmountainresort)

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