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I'm all for easy - will check when I get there and do what makes most sense. If it is not heavily dumping and already a foot of snow on the road, I think the rental will do just fine with chains. The chains are very easy to put on - I've tried them on my own car and it takes just a few minutes. So if I do need them it should not be a problem to use them. And yes, what the cop at the bottom thinks is probably the most important factor . As long as it has been plowed to below 5" snow on the road, I think it does not really matter how big the vehicle is - if it has enough clearance to not plow snow infront of it, I think chains should move it just fine on paved roads where commercial traffic is meant to travel... But again, I've never been on that particular road so I might be misguided I'll be sure to report back here on my experiences.
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You may be right. I'm going by the daily recommendations that are posted on Alta's site. All that really matters is what the cop at the bottom thinks and if you vehicle will actually make it up the hill.
These are steep, narrow mountain roads that do get significant snow. The weekend we were there, Little Cottonwood Canyon was closed until 10am for conditions after less than a foot fell overnight. Despite being busy, taking the bus has to be easier and cheaper than trying to put chains on a rental.
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From most FAQs and the Snowbird one on particular:
"By law, snow tires or chains are required on all vehicles entering the canyon from November 1st to May 1st. During heavy snowstorms, the canyon may be temporarily restricted to 4WD or chain-equipped vehicles only"
That comes from the Utah administrative code: http://www.rules.utah.gov/publicat/c...0/r920-006.htm
So it looks like chains on at least 2 tires (mounted or carried), or mounted snow tires, or 4wd with at least 2 mounted snow tires. Having all three would help, but it looks it is not required. And it appears that the chains don't need to be mounted, just carried in the vehicle and able to be mounted if needed. But if the road is well covered in snow, I think it will make sense to have them mounted.
Originally posted by Bad Wolf View PostIt's worth noting that when it does snow, the Canyon roads are restricted to 4X4 with snow tires, and there are police road checks at the Canyon entrance, so a 2WD rental with chains may not be allowed up. Your only other choice is the bus, and it will be crowded on a powder day. Like Kyu says, get there early and use the start of the route.
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Originally posted by Kocho View PostAre the busses that convenient? Or would a car be quicker, more flexible? I'll have a car anyway, but is it worth using it to go to the slopes? I'm thinking of bringing my snow chains for the rental car - unless Hertz offers to upgrade me to something unusual, the size chains I have should fit the tire size of my booked tiny front wheel drive rental vehicle. While the busses are probably a good way to go up the slopes, I like the idea of being independent and more mobile. And the chains might come handy if we get snowed-in while we are visiting some place that the buses don't serve...
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Originally posted by Kocho View PostAre the busses that convenient? Or would a car be quicker, more flexible?
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Originally posted by Kocho View PostAre the busses that convenient? Or would a car be quicker, more flexible?
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While I'm researching for my own trip, might as well share some of the potentially useful stuff I fond:
https://www.skiboardsonline.com/foru...highlight=alta
http://utaholympiclegacy.org/park-activities
The cheapest way to rent a car that I could find was through priceline.com, by using "name your own price" option. They would not take my $10 per day offer, but took $15 a day. Which is very misleading, since with taxes it is almost double that what I end-up paying ($140 for 5 days).
Looking at the forecast and recent snowfalls, it seems to snow a few inches just about every day there! And historical averages seem promising (although this winter seems warmer than usual, so I don't know what to expect, really).
Are the busses that convenient? Or would a car be quicker, more flexible? I'll have a car anyway, but is it worth using it to go to the slopes? I'm thinking of bringing my snow chains for the rental car - unless Hertz offers to upgrade me to something unusual, the size chains I have should fit the tire size of my booked tiny front wheel drive rental vehicle. While the busses are probably a good way to go up the slopes, I like the idea of being independent and more mobile. And the chains might come handy if we get snowed-in while we are visiting some place that the buses don't serve...
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Just heard that Mammoth Mountain in CA has gotten 44-56 inches in the last 48 hours, and it is still coming down.
Wow!
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Thanks!
Originally posted by sempai View PostThe days don't have to be consecutive just used within the 14-day window. Only other discount ticket option that I know of is Liftopia.com. You could try local ski shops or sporting good stores. Sometimes they carrying coupons. Hotels also have discounted tickets or coupons on occasion.
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Originally posted by Kocho View PostI'm a little unclear how the super pass works: are the days consecutive or not (within the 14 days from activation)? Let's say I get a 3 day super pass and I am staying 4 days, can I use it on days 1, 2, and 4 or do the days have to be consecutive, so 1,2,3 or 2,3,4?
Any other ways to get discount ski tickets?
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OK, I'm booked with my daughter for the 25th-30th. Sorry, won't be able to meet you guys.
We will be staying in the Hayatt Place using frequent travel points, so will be buying the ski passes separately. Looks like it is very close to the bus route and one of the park and ride lots.
I'm a little unclear how the super pass works: are the days consecutive or not (within the 14 days from activation)? Let's say I get a 3 day super pass and I am staying 4 days, can I use it on days 1, 2, and 4 or do the days have to be consecutive, so 1,2,3 or 2,3,4?
Any other ways to get discount ski tickets?
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Originally posted by Bad Wolf View Post
Sempai and I are planning the ski the Cottonwood resorts from March 17th through to the 20th. I'm sure the amazing Kyu will join us as well. There are some great spring deal out there right now to take advantage of. So, come out and join us.
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