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Coachtzu t1_j63nuww wrote

You don't need a 4WD SUV, not like you're going up a logging road. Your buddy's car will probably cut it as long as he has good winter tires and you're used to driving in some snowy/icy conditions. The Killington access road is all paved and in good shape usually. Can be steep in spots, so if it's slick out, the tires and familiarity with driving in those conditions will be helpful.

Otherwise I'd suggest getting whatever AWD/4WD with good snow tires you can.

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Fantastic_Painter_15 t1_j63ogbn wrote

OP said they’d be taking the bus from Rutland up to Killi.

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3-celled-noggin OP t1_j63pi4u wrote

Yeah there’s a $2 bus that’s right across the street. “the Bus” I believe.

Anyone know if Skis/gear are allowed on those?

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devkim33 t1_j63vtlm wrote

Free! Thank you COVID relief

Yes “The Bus” definitely allows skiing equipment. Sometimes it’s pretty busy in mornings, but peak times they will have two running.

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advamputee t1_j6g4gwg wrote

The bus is free to Killington. And yes, ski gear is allowed — but it can get a little packed on a few of the busses. Definitely the best way up the hill on a busy weekend, parking can be a nightmare.

Like others said, you don’t need a 4WD SUV and most rentals will be on shitty tires. I commute up the mountain in a Prius on snow tires without issue. The pass can get a little icy and the top of the access road gets a bit snowy, but the route is generally clear within a day of a heavy storm.

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