Ever found yourself thinking there has to be an easier way to haul supplies up the mountain? The Alpine Hauler answers that problem. You can start with the barebones frame if you want to build it out your own way, or step up to the full Deck with the Headache Rack for moving larger loads with plenty of securement points. Transport it with the snowcat blade, or tow it on the off-road tires when you’re dealing with heavier gear. This thing is built to handle whatever the mountain throws at it. We keep them in stock here in Idaho and can build custom attachments. Right now we’re finishing a tower fangun conversion to a fully mobile fangun on an Alpine Hauler, and we’re installing a 40 HP horizontal pump on another unit headed to a customer in Colorado. Both have forklift pockets for easy loading onto a trailer to head for the next job site. The Deck is perfect for carrying padding, rolled fencing, trash, welders, lift parts, restaurant supplies, terrain park rails and boxes. It’s all about improving snowcat efficiency and keeping your crew safer. Your team loads the Alpine Hauler, calls the cat over to grab it, and […]

The Alpine Hauler – A workhorse for your mountain!

Small New York ski area is closing for good and they have a lot of great equipment. Some of it newer and some older, but in working condition. Double chairlift Techno Alpin fanguns Pisten Bully 160 LMC snowcats Snowmaking pump Batting/soccer cages Mini Golf All items have been added to the classifieds as of Novermber 5th. November 1, 2025

Ski Area Liquidation

We have 28 red double Chairlift Water Tenders making the rounds. They will be in New Jersey the end of October or early November. If you are in the area and want to see them in use, let us know. In Mid November they will probably make their way to the Midwest. Jason Sawin, Jsawin@CHSsnowmakers.com

Chairlift /water Tender Rentals for 2025

Did you know you can purchase the original J10 fangun carriage parts without any modifications? available PARTS, ready to ship: Additional Details: The photos below show all of the parts listed: Contact Jason for more info. 303-818-5923 or email jsawin@CHSsnowmakers.com

Bare Bones Alpine Hauler Parts

Do you have a Tube Shaper? There are a few minor updates you might want to consider. If you have one of the early models, it may only have a single turnbuckle to adjust the hitch angle. The update replaces the center turnbuckle with two, each mounted 30” from center. Some users have replaced the turnbuckle with a rigid bar to lock the angle. We don’t recommend this. Turnbuckles are designed to be the weak point—easy to break but help prevent major damage if the Tube Shaper is backed into something. We saw a photo last winter of one twisted from such an impact. When the Tube Shaper is parked or stored, water can collect in the top of both pans. This freezes into heavy blocks of ice. Drilling a ½” drain hole at the low point in each pan reduces ice buildup and helps protect the paint. The top center area also traps water and can benefit from two small drain holes. Store the Tube Shaper on pallets or blocks and keep it off the ground. This will help prevent heavy corrosion on the bottom of the pans. Paint and galvanizing: Early models were primed and painted with spray […]

Tube Shaper Maintenace Tips and Updates

As summer sets in, so does wildfire season, and preparation is key for ski areas nestled in forested terrain. Now is the ideal time for proactive planning that could protect your people, property, and equipment when it matters most. At CHS Snowmakers, we understand the unique challenges of fire prevention in the ski industry. That’s why we’ve developed a Four-Phase Fire Pre-Plan designed specifically for mountain operations. What Your Team Can Start Now Off-season is the perfect time for fire preparation. Here are a few high-impact steps: Download Phase One – Free We’re offering a free download of Phase One of our Fire Pre-Plan. It’s a hands-on guide created by Jason Sawin that gives you a head start on risk assessment, mapping, and contact readiness. Be Ready for Whatever May Come Preparedness protects people and property. At CHS Snowmakers, we’re committed to helping ski areas navigate challenges with excellence and foresight. Need help planning your next step? We offer wildfire mitigation strategies, on-site evaluations, and practical solutions customized to your operation. Check out CHS Fire Pre-Planning for the Ski Industry to learn more or Email Us!

Wildfire Readiness: Why Now Is the Time to Prepare

Plan Ahead: Order Your Snowmaking Hose Now (Updated Aug 12, 2025) We’ve proudly partnered with Niedner in Quebec, Canada, for over 20 years to supply top-quality snowmaking hose to ski areas and snowmakers across North America. Niedner snowmaking hose qualifies under the USMCA agreement, so there are no current tariffs. This is an ideal time to order for next winter. If you’ve been considering upgrading or adding to your hose inventory, now’s the perfect opportunity. We’re happy to provide a quote for brand-new Niedner ALTRA Snowhose—just shoot us an email at CHSsnowmakers@gmail.com. Need hose repairs instead? We do that too. Let us help you get ready for the season ahead.

Niedner Hose and Tariffs