A few years ago, [Jeremy Makes Things] built a rope tow in his back yard so his son could ski after school. Since the lifts at the local hill closed shortly after schools let out, this was the only ...

ERIE COUNTY, N.Y. — For the first time in approximately 20 years, downhill skiing is back at Chestnut Ridge Park. The Erie County Department of Parks, Recreation and Forestry made the announcement on ...

This is a tow rope wound around a center pin, for easy windup. It’s rated for 3333 pounds. Not sure I like this thing that much. Some simple designs—a tow rope—shouldn’t be messed with. Just learn to ...

The sledding hill at Punderson State Park recently acquired a new mechanized tow rope. The rope, which is open to the public, was installed as part of an improvements plan for the park. (Courtesy of ...

ERIE COUNTY, N.Y. (WIVB)–A new tow rope on the ski hill at Chestnut Ridge Park is complete, according to the Erie County Department of Parks and Recreation. The department says it will provide ...

Skiers who enjoy engaging in a backcountry skiing may be interested in a new compact portable rope tow which has recently launched via Kickstarter and blasted past its required pledge goal. Designed ...

Believe it or not, the simple act of towing or being towed has a certain set of rules to be followed in order to achieve a smooth, carefree ride. In this piece we will cover the basics of towing by ...

PORT ANGELES — The late Leo White will be honored at Winterfest as the man who developed the first rope tow on the North Olympic Peninsula. White — a Port Angeles businessman, civic leader and skiing ...