Nestled in the heart of the Vail Valley, our Avon ski rental shop is affectionately known as “the mothership.” As our original and flagship location, it offers unparalleled convenience and a comprehensive range of services for your skiing adventure. Just a stone’s throw from Beaver Creek, it’s the perfect spot to gear up.
Our expert team of knowledgeable and friendly equipment techs is here to ensure you have the best experience on the slopes. We offer top-of-the-line ski and snowboard rental equipment, tailored to your needs. Plus, our staff is always ready with great recommendations for the best ski runs, making sure your vacation is nothing short of amazing!
8 Minutes via the free shuttle stop right outside Christie Lodge doors, or a short stroll to the Riverfront Express Gondola in downtown Avon.
15 Minutes via I-70 or ECO Transit buses. Grab your pre-tuned gear in Avon and skip the heavy crowds at base village shops.
The best of the best for your Vail ski rental experience – brand new models from manufacturers like Armada, Volkl, Rossignol, DPS, Blizzard, Salomon, Kastle & more!
Easy-handling, all-mountain skis sporting the latest rocker tech from the locals favorite Vail ski shop. That means faster turns and better grip.
Park. Pipe. Trees. Pow. We have a full selection of premium snowboards for rent. Choose from Never Summer or Weston Snowboards, all handmade in Colorado.
Enjoy a smooth, confident ride with our Performance Snowboard Package, featuring quality equipment ideal for beginner to intermediate riders.
The hottest skis for the future stars. Get your kids on the good stuff – up to age 12.
Get the kids ready for mountain adventures with our junior snowboard rentals, featuring equipment suited to young riders ages 12 and under.
Complete your mountain setup with a helmet rental from Venture Sports. Our team will help you find a comfortable fit so you can head out on the mountain feeling ready for your day. Helmets are available to rent with your ski or snowboard equipment.
Looking to explore the mountain trails – or work off that 5-star meal – but not interested in lift lines? Grab a pair of snowshoes!
Venture Sports is located at 100 W Beaver Creek Blvd in Avon, right off the main roundabout—just minutes from both Beaver Creek and Vail mountain bases.
Demo ski rentals start at $52/day online ($65 walk-in), performance packages at $40/day online ($50 walk-in), and junior packages at $28/day online ($35 walk-in).
Yes! We carry a full fleet of top-tier snowboards for all riding styles and terrain—including hand-crafted Colorado boards from Weston and Never Summer. We offer both Demo Snowboard Packages for advanced riders and Performance Packages for beginners and intermediates, available in adult and junior sizes.
Yes! If you prefer to have your gear brought directly to your condo, chalet, or hotel, we offer full white-glove delivery and in-room custom fitting from East Vail to Edwards. Learn more and book on our Ski & Snowboard Delivery page
Absolutely. You can pick up or drop off gear at any of our Venture Sports locations across Avon and Vail.
Yes, reserving online in advance guarantees your equipment availability and saves you money! Online bookings receive our discounted rental rate (e.g., $52/day for Demo Skis vs. $65 walk-in).
Absolutely. If snow conditions change or your boots need an adjustment, stop by our Avon shop or any of our Vail Valley locations anytime for a free equipment swap or fit fine-tuning.
You can pick up your ski and snowboard rentals after 4:00 PM the day before your reservation starts at no additional charge, so you’re ready to head straight to the slopes the next morning.
Helmets are available as an add-on to any rental package for $9.60/day online ($12 walk-in). We carry top-tier, safety-certified helmets from Smith and Giro for adults and juniors.
Absolutely. While our Avon shop is our flagship location, you can pick up, return, or swap gear at any of our Venture Sports shops across the valley. If you’re staying in Vail, visit our Base Camp Vail Ski Shop or The Chalet at Four Seasons Resort right in Vail Village, or our shops at The Lion in Lionshead and Grand Hyatt Vail in Cascade Village.
The most convenient Avon ski shop near to your place in Avon, Edwards, Beaver Creek, or Bachelor Gulch.
Come find out why we pride ourselves on being the friendliest ski rental shop in town. We love our locals and we treat every customer walking through our door like family.
On a typical day in the Avon store, you will see equal numbers of visitors picking up rentals and locals dropping off skis and snowboards to get tuned. We’re the shop the visitors trust to get the best rental and local pros turn to to get their skis dialed the day before a big race.
Our ski and snowboard rental fleet features the latest equipment from top brands like Völkl, Kästle, Rossignol, Armada, Salomon, Atomic, Blizzard, Nordica, Head, DPS, and local Colorado snowboards from Weston and Never Summer. Every rental and demo setup is custom-fitted and tuned to perfection in our state-of-the-art Tune Kitchen in Vail and Beaver Creek.
Everything you need for a great day on the hill
We walk the talk – If you think you’ve found a better value, please give us a shout because our services will not be beat.
With plenty of parking right out front we are simply the easiest option for ski rentals in town. We offer the best ski and snowboard rentals at the best price from the friendliest and most knowledgeable staff around. We are the local’s top choice for the fastest tunes. Plus we have a full selection of gloves, goggles, socks, and helmets from Giro, Hestra, Smith and more.
The Avon ski shop location is still the heart and soul of Venture Sports. We are just a short stroll from the Westin Gondola, conveniently located in the downtown Avon.
Guests staying at 100 Bachelor Gulch Way should click the black button, to reserve your equipment.
If you are not a guest at 100 Bachelor Gulch Way, please click the red button and reserve with Delivery – and we’ll bring your equipment to your door!