I am planning a ski trip over the winter holidays. I am skiing at Steamboat Springs, CO but am flying in to Denver. How bad are the roads in the winter. Do I need to rent an SUV? It's a lot of extra expense to rent an SUV versus a standard vehicle, but I don't want to get stuck either. Anyone from this area or experience in this area, please post your thoughts. I'd appreciate it.
2006-11-12 09:17:04 · 10 answers · asked by Smithers 2 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Denver
It's better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.
Rabbit Ears Pass - which you will be traveling over - can be notoriously icy in the winter. There is a big snowmobiling area on the pass that has a lot of open area the wind blows through there and I've seen the road drifted in some spots and icy in others. As others have mentioned, the weather is unpredictable so getting there might be a breeze and getting back could be a nightmare. I never take chances in the mountains during the winter. I've lived here all my life - 51 years - so I've seen some compelling reasons to err on the side of caution.
2006-11-14 02:15:23 · answer #1 · answered by Spud55 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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I am planning a ski trip over the winter holidays. I am skiing at Steamboat Springs, CO but am flying in to Denver. How bad are the roads in the winter. Do I need to rent an SUV? It's a lot of extra expense to rent an SUV versus a standard vehicle, but I don't want to get stuck either. ...
2015-08-07 19:24:56 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, but you really have to be careful with the weather. A four wheel drive is always a better choice but even then you can run into weather that requires you to put chains on the tires. It is possible that these can be gotten from the rental car company.
There is an airport in Steamboat so you may want to fly.
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2006-11-12 09:25:20 · answer #3 · answered by Mary P 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-20 00:23:34 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They keep those roads pretty well maintained. Since thats big business in the mtn's they plow constantly. That being said, if your not use to driving in the snow...well, you might feel better in an SUV, but 4WD really doesn't help if the roads are icy. Your best bet is to get a front-wheel drive car and drive slow.
2006-11-14 06:54:27 · answer #6 · answered by ropemancometh 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Steamboat Springs is quite popular and there are paved roads the whole way. Usually you will have no trouble in a regular car, but the weather can change rapidly in the mountains. I go skiing all the time with a Chevy Malibu.
2006-11-12 09:57:51 · answer #7 · answered by Nelson_DeVon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't need an SUV, any front wheel drive car should be fine. If there happens to be a bad storm snow chains might be required on the pass, that's about it. Good Luck, have fun!
2006-11-12 13:53:37 · answer #8 · answered by collins1010 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
just get a mid or full size car with front wheel drive, that's all you need. But stop at a supermarket and buy some bottled water, you need to stay well hydrated here in CO. and some snack food just incase you should (but unlikely) get stuck on the road for awhile you'll have something to eat and drink
2006-11-12 10:41:44 · answer #9 · answered by xjoizey 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
probably not. the roads are generally clear unless we are having a blizzard. Colorado is generally a sunny place so the snow doesnt stick around for long
2006-11-13 10:34:11 · answer #10 · answered by dang 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋