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Old Sep 13, 2018, 10:43 am
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carsnoceans
 
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Originally Posted by DenverBrian
So you're not looking for the best way; you're looking for the cheapest way.
Well put sir. But we are FTers... miles/points is our preferred currency. Right? Also, as rjque said, ASE being a small airport might be more prone to cancellations and issues.

Originally Posted by txflyer77
Can you take a shuttle, then rent a car locally in Aspen? That would give you the flexibility you're looking for once you're there without the responsibility of driving over I-70 in winter yourself.

Depending on when you land, 70 can be quite a slog during winter.
This is my biggest concern. Last year, the 35mile drive between SLC and Park City took over 1.5hrs in a light snow storm. Trucks and cars pulling on side of the road to put chains, cars not having traction in middle of the highway... ofcourse lot attributes to vehicle and driving skills but not something I want to deal with on vacation.
I could skip on the A4 and rent an SUV if that's a better call. Shuttles between DEN and ASE are not frequent and fairly expensive. I would prefer to use them as last resort.
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