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SKY’S THE LIMIT Isiah and Noah Smith have continued to build on their late father Kevin’s legacy after joining forces to run Skyline Ziplines.
BY BOB CURLEY
From left: Late Skyline founder Kevin Smith and his sons Noah and Isiah.
Skyline Ziplines, based in Whistler, British Columbia, is known for build - ing some of the fastest and longest zip lines in the world, and also engi - neering systems that aim to make zip lining safer. Founded by the late Kevin Smith in 2004, Skyline’s goal has been to develop error-free zip line operating systems, including such things as its automated launch products aimed at reducing col - lisions on the line. This work continues in the hands of Smith’s sons, company president Isiah and vice president Noah, who recently chatted with Adventure Park
Insider about taking over and continuing to build the family business.
one-up the competition—and our- selves—when it comes to innovation, operational efficiency, throughput, and reliability. But more now than ever we continue to see the need for safety to be a driving force, particularly as more vendors enter the industry. Noah tends to be the [source] for new and exciting ideas for builds and prod - ucts, while I am more of the safety guy throwing out the concerns and nec- essary steps we need to take to get to
API: Talk to us about how Skyline’s reputation for building high-thrills, high- speed “sky travel” attractions reflects the culture of the company as well as your own personalities. Isiah: That statement reflects how we want to portray the company, but with the addition of safety as top priority. Absolutely, thrills, high speeds, long lines, etc., are a big part of what we strive for, and we are always looking to
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