A7 SUV (Ski Utility Vehicle)
02-24-2013, 10:21 AM
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A7 SUV (Ski Utility Vehicle)
Just got back from my first weekend of skiing with my new A7.
The hatch with the split folding seats is very convenient for getting skis to the mountain.
The heavy duty winter floor mats are great for catching all the mud and gunk.
The rear defroster does a terrific job of melting the snow and ice from the rear window. Daughter loved the rear heated seats.
It was kinda fun pulling up to the ski drop with the A7 next to a line of SUVs - lots of nice compliments on the car.
Skiing was awesome!
Quattro was perfect for safe ride home through a wintry mixture of snow and rain.
The hatch with the split folding seats is very convenient for getting skis to the mountain.
The heavy duty winter floor mats are great for catching all the mud and gunk.
The rear defroster does a terrific job of melting the snow and ice from the rear window. Daughter loved the rear heated seats.
It was kinda fun pulling up to the ski drop with the A7 next to a line of SUVs - lots of nice compliments on the car.
Skiing was awesome!
Quattro was perfect for safe ride home through a wintry mixture of snow and rain.
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02-25-2013, 12:30 PM
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Me! But i'm still in shock at seeing the state of your floor mats and the skis laying bareback.
I think for the first year of ownership, when I finally get the car, I'm going to be far too precious to do anything that involves the possibility of bringing vast quantities of the outside environment into the car
Otherwise, I'd love to drive the A7 down to the Alps for skiing!
I think for the first year of ownership, when I finally get the car, I'm going to be far too precious to do anything that involves the possibility of bringing vast quantities of the outside environment into the car
Otherwise, I'd love to drive the A7 down to the Alps for skiing!
02-25-2013, 01:02 PM
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I am not a skier, but I was surprised to see that you just dump the skis in the trunk. I got an Audi ski-bag with the car (total waste as I don't use it), didn't you?
02-25-2013, 01:36 PM
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12-03-2013, 06:58 AM
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Doesn't seem to be too many A7-owning skiers on this forum, so figured I would revive this thread.
While we usually use the wife's SUV for trips to NH/VT, I much preferred the few times last year I used my A8 and now would like to use the A7 this year (particularly on day trips). Curious how other skiers use their A7's on trips to the mountain
Roof Racks?
Ski Pass-Through in rear seats (I don't have a "bag" to protect the seat rest, though)?
Folding down one of the rear seats (which is sub-optional for me as my 2 skiing children can't sit in the front seat yet)
My kids skis are small enough that their skis can easily fit, but wife's and my skis are ~175 / 165 in length
Also, anyone use it as a ski vehicle - and NOT purchase the rubber floor mats (haven't taken that plunge yet)
While we usually use the wife's SUV for trips to NH/VT, I much preferred the few times last year I used my A8 and now would like to use the A7 this year (particularly on day trips). Curious how other skiers use their A7's on trips to the mountain
Roof Racks?
Ski Pass-Through in rear seats (I don't have a "bag" to protect the seat rest, though)?
Folding down one of the rear seats (which is sub-optional for me as my 2 skiing children can't sit in the front seat yet)
My kids skis are small enough that their skis can easily fit, but wife's and my skis are ~175 / 165 in length
Also, anyone use it as a ski vehicle - and NOT purchase the rubber floor mats (haven't taken that plunge yet)
12-03-2013, 04:36 PM
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Based on your circumstances, you should get a roof rack and carrier for the skis on top.
Then, get a good still set of winter snow tires and you're going to be all set. I went with Michelin Xi3 ice.
You're right - this is way more fun to drive than a 6000 pound SUV...
Good luck!!!
Then, get a good still set of winter snow tires and you're going to be all set. I went with Michelin Xi3 ice.
You're right - this is way more fun to drive than a 6000 pound SUV...
Good luck!!!