[riverc0il]

"It will also reduce lift lines as skiers and riders will be able to get up and onto the mountain more quickly."

this isn't exactly true. a HSQ will have roughly the same uphill capacity as the fixed grip triple. the only time skiers and riders will get up the hill quicker is at times when there was little to no line when the triple ran (which in my experience with loon, isn't very often). otherwise, they are just waiting in line longer instead of having a longer ride up the mountain. not to mention more the increased amount of people wanting to ride that lift 'just because' it's a HSQ. yup, this may actually increase the lines despite the faster lift.

i actually really like the north peak area and consider the trails between the current triple and angel street to be loon's best terrain. i actually would have preferred the triple remain instead of the HSQ. i have a love hate relationship with loon. i really enjoy the terrain on that part of the mountain, but never go due to crowds. i don't think the HSQ or the widening of a trail will increase my days at loon. although the clearing of more glades does sound nice.