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Outside Lands Podcast Episode 7: Skytram

From 1955 to 1966 a futuristic aerial cable car traversed Sutro Baths' cove from the Cliff House to Point Lobos. From all accounts, it wasn't as fun as it sounds.
Outside Lands San Francisco Podcast - Feb 14, 2013

Outside Lands Podcast Episode 7: Skytram Outside Lands Podcast Episode 7: Skytram

(above) Sky Tram, Aug 6, 1957

View north from Cliff House showing Sky Tram passing behind Sutro Baths

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