DIY: Snow Ski Tow Rope

Snow-skiing resorts often feature a chair lift system that allows you to ride to the top of the slope. The beginner slopes, commonly referred to as the bunny slopes, often feature a tow-rope system. Travel back to the top of the bunny slope by holding on to one of the tow-rope handles. Back country skiing and snowboarding trails do not feature the mechanical ski lift or tow rope. Use a do-it-yourself tow rope system to conserve energy and avoid steep hikes.

Things You'll Need

  • Manila rope
  • Snowmobile
  • Gas-powered wench
  • Bungee cords
  • Ski rope handle
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Instructions

    • 1

      Purchase a length of manila rope that measures 20 to 30 feet in length. Examine the back of your snowmobile to locate a tow hitch. Place one end of the manila rope around the snowmobile's tow hitch and tie it in a knot.

    • 2

      Tie a series of knots at the opposing end of the manila rope. Place each of your hands onto one of the knots. Hold onto your homemade tow rope as a friend or fellow skier drives the snowmobile back to the top of the hill.

    • 3

      Put a gas-powered wench at the top of your backwoods skiing slope. Fasten the wench to a sturdy tree using a series of bungee cords. Locate the metallic or fiber rope that has been fastened around the spinning wheel of the wench. Hold on to the end of the rope while navigating down the skiing hill.

    • 4

      Locate an old water-skiing rope and remove the rubber handle. Wrap the wench rope around the base of the water-skiing handle. Tie a knot to ensure the handle stays secured onto the end of the rope. Hold on to the handle of your wench tow rope as a skier at the top of the hill cranks the gas-powered engine.