Anyone have the US Bank Altitude Connect? Thoughts and opinions welcome!
PS- Already have the Venture X and not looking at CSR/CSP or Amex cards as they are an overkill for my needs. Looking for a no-fee/low-fee travel rewards cards to cover some blind spots that Venture X has.

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US bank doesn't have transfer partners so that's a huge limitation

Typically people just do statement credit.

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