Building a Rope Tow

[tirolski]

Anyone ever done it?
Our "steepest" terrain, is right up front coming down to the road. And there is a power pole right there.
Would it be insane to put in a electric service, and some kind of electric motor for a rope tow? It would have to be all weather, and I need to be able to lock it up. That's not the kind of secret that would stay secret long.
How many horse do I need? The run would have maybe 40 feet of vert, and 200 feet of horizontal.
I was thinking if it got bumped out, it could be really fun on fishscale BC tele. It's right on our trail system too.
Crazy idea? Anyone with experience or info to share?

These things might foot yer bill.
Looks like the littlest one ya can tow behind a car and/or sled.

BACKYARD | Personal Portable Rope Tow | Towpro Lifts

Bring the effortless laps and comfort of a resort experience to you backyard. The BACKYARD model is the perfect solution to accessing your own private terrain. Affordable, dependable and best of all lightweight, this system is designed for the individual who has their own backyard park or glade.

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They used a towpro @ the GoonJam.

The Goon Jam Tour at Snow Ridge

The tour has attracted attention with some high profile riders.

nyskiblog.com

Should fit in yer garage or shed somewhere.

Backyard rope tows gain popularity - The Mountain Times

By Katy Savage When Mike Orlando bought property in Danby with a large hill and 30 acres three years ago, he knew what he wanted to do. “I knew right away it would be great to snowboard,” he said. Orlando, […] Read More

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I’ll see what my neighbor thinks next time I see him.

 

[tirolski]

Holiday Mountain put in a Towpro.
Attaboys

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[Sbob]

I had plans to build a rope tow with an old lawn tractor.
20 hp . Bought rope and was going to use an old wheel barrow wheel bolted to a tree but life intervened and the project got shelved. I’ve got 40’ in vertical in 200’ as well.
Someday hopefully!

 

[rfreeman]

Or consider powered skis

The Vipera

Discover Vipera, The Electric Ski by Frigid Dynamics. Engineered for performance, innovation, and ultimate winter mobility on any terrain.

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Probably a more affordable and easier to implement approach if not many people will be using the hill