"The new Lookout Express lift will carry skiers to the top in approximately 8.5 minutes, with an astonishing 2,673-foot vertical rise, featuring a high-speed six-pack design."
"The Christmas lift, currently a detachable quad dating back to 1988, will also be replaced with a new high-speed detachable quad, enhancing navigation and crowd circulation."
"Both lifts will include a direct-drive system, which eliminates the gearbox, reducing maintenance costs and improving efficiency for the resort."
Sun Valley Resort in Idaho is set to upgrade two main lifts, the Lookout Express and the Christmas lift, for the 2026-27 ski season. Construction will begin in April after receiving necessary approvals. The Lookout Express will feature a high-speed six-pack design, reducing ride time to 8.5 minutes and incorporating a direct-drive system. The Christmas lift will be replaced with a high-speed detachable quad, improving crowd circulation. Both upgrades aim to enhance the skiing experience while minimizing maintenance costs.
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