• You MUST first determine that you are heading for terrain that is appropriate for your skiing ability--Green circles only!

Because each ski area has its own policy regarding rope tows and lifts and situations vary tremendously from lift to lift, we will only provide some general pointers.

• Do not attempt to assist anyone if you are a beginner yourself. Ask for assistance if you need it.

T-bars are similar to rope tows in that they are surface lifts. This means that your skis slide on the snow as you ascend.

T-bars accommodate two skiers. Other related lifts (J-bars and Pomas) are for single riders. If you have a partner, make sure he knows how to use a T-bar.

Remove your poles and hold them in the outside hand, (the hand away from the bar.)

Step into the "loading" area and point the ski tips up the track that the other riders have made.

Balance evenly on both skis and flex legs slightly. When the attendant "loads" you, look to the inside and grab the pole with the inside hand. Hold the "T" with the other hand as the attendant positions it at your bottom.

• Don't sit down! Keep standing and have the lift pull you up the hill.
• Keep the skis in the track at all times.
• When off-loading, hold the bar with the inside hand as you move to the side, then let go.
• If you ride with someone, the outside skier gets off first, then the inside skier holds the bar until he's able to exit.