Basye, VA –Officials at Virginia’s Bryce Resort have announced the construction of a new chairlift this upcoming summer.  The new quad chairlift, to be built by Skytrac, Inc. of Salt Lake City, Utah, will replace Bryce’s current “Chair 1” which was part of the resort’s original construction in 1965.

The new lift will ease loading for beginners by featuring an automated chairKid loading conveyor relocated closer to the base of the ski area.

“Our attraction to Skytrac was that everything is American made. The simplicity of design, outstanding craftsmanship, and the fact that customer service and support was an intrinsic part of their corporate culture made Skytrac the obvious choice for the design of our new fixed-grip quad,” says Bryce Resort General Manager, Rob Schwartz.

The new base to summit lift will span 2,490 feet with a vertical rise of 437 feet.  It will load up to 1,800 people per hour.

“Bryce Resort plays a key role in Shenandoah County, Virginia’s tourism sector and economy. This investment, along with our great snowmaking capabilities, golf, zip line, and other activities will help to solidify us as an incredible family resort well into the future” added Schwartz.

Construction of the new Skytrac quad lift and terminal will begin in early spring 2012 with completion in time for the 2012-13 ski  and snowboard season.