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Lyft Is Your Ticket to Fresh Powder

Madi McCallum - Nov 19, 2019
Poster - 2019/11/18/lyft-is-your-ticket-to-fresh-powder

Whether you’re ready to hit the bowls or the bunny slopes, we’ll get you and your gear to the mountain smoothly with Ski Rack mode. When you request a ride with Ski Rack mode, you’ll be picked up in a car that's fully equipped to handle your skis and snowboards — so you can focus on the snow. 

Requesting a Ski Rack ride

  1. Open the Lyft app and enter your destination.

  2. Choose Ski Rack, then tap Select Ski Rack.

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When your driver arrives, safely secure your gear, hop in, and you’ll be on your way to the slopes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I request Ski Rack rides?

Ski Rack rides are currently available in the Rocky Mountains (Vail, Beaver Creek, Aspen, Snowmass, Steamboat Springs, Telluride, Winter Park, Granby), the Utah Mountains (Park City, Deer Valley, Snowbird, Alta, Solitude, Brighton, Powder Mountain, Sundance, and Snowbasin), and in the Lake Tahoe region — on both California and Nevada sides.    

How are Ski Rack rides priced?

You’ll be charged your usual Lyft ride cost, plus an additional $10 for a vehicle with a ski rack. Sales tax and fees, where applicable, also apply to Ski Rack rides.

What kind of ski rack should I expect?

Ski racks or truck beds will be able to accommodate two snowboards — or four sets of adult skis.

Who is in charge of placing and securing skis/snowboards in rack?

Drivers are responsible for properly installing the ski racks, and passengers are responsible for ensuring that their equipment (skis, snowboards, etc.) is properly secured. 

What types of cars can I expect when getting a Ski Rack ride?

With Ski Rack rides, you’ll be matched with the same type of vehicles that you would receive when requesting a Lyft ride.

How do I properly load my skis/boards on ski racks?

Most ski racks operate in the same way, so these steps will get you started. If you have any trouble with the ski rack that’s on your Lyft ride, ask your driver for advice.

  1. Press the button to open ski rack bars

  2. Slide your skis/boards between the bars. 

  3. Walk around the car, reach over, and pull the first set of skis/board close to the rack hinge.

  4. Close both ski rack bars and listen for the click. Lock the rack to hold your gear extra tight.