Keep Tips Up

If you ski, you're sure to be familiar with the signs pictured. They are posted at the top of chair lifts. Have you ever wondered why? Many years ago, when I was a little skier of maybe 10 or so, I wondered too. Being quite the scientist, I decided to conduct a little emperical research.

My results. As you approach, the Lift Operator repeatedly shouts for you to get your tips up. If you ignore him (or her), as I did, he (she) stops the lift. Today, it's obvious to me your skis would get caught in the snow, then in all likelyhood peel you face down off the carrier (chair), which would drag over your moronic, screaming body.

To truly understand life, once in a while, you need to try stupid things.