What is another word for rope tow?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈə͡ʊp tˈə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
A rope tow, also known as a ski lift or ski tow, is an essential tool for skiers and snowboarders to make their way up a slope without hiking. However, not everyone may be familiar with the term "rope tow," especially if they are new to winter sports. There are several synonyms for a rope tow that one might come across, including a surface lift, a T-bar, a J-bar, a Poma lift, and a magic carpet. Each of these terms refers to a slightly different type of mechanical lift that achieves the same goal of transporting skiers and snowboarders up the mountain efficiently and safely.
