Iconic Arapahoe Basin Run Just Got a Little Less Tricky for Skiers

Skiing and mountaineering, while two different disciplines, often crossover. On serious ascents or descents, it's not uncommon to see skiers whipping out ice axes, belay devices, and ropes. Some resorts offer up runs that play into this crossover, allowing skiers to enter lines that require rope usage during entry.Arapahoe Basin, located in Colorado, has one such run called the "2nd Notch." During average snow years, you need to use a rope to enter the "2nd Notch." However, things at Arapahoe Ba