Venture Sports provides professional ski and snowboard tuning throughout the Vail Valley, with convenient drop-off locations in Vail, Avon and Beaver Creek and pickup and delivery service from East Vail to Edwards.
Our experienced technicians provide everything from edge and wax services to complete ski and snowboard tunes, infrared waxing, base repair and binding services. We specialize in overnight tune services, so gear dropped off by 5:00 PM can be ready by 8:00 AM the following morning.
Since 1991, we’ve been the choice of Olympic athletes, X Games medalists, World Champions, local legends, total beginners, and everyone in between. Venture Sports has also been recognized by local voters as a Best of Vail winner for Best Ski Tune.
Whether you’re preparing for your first day at Vail Mountain or Beaver Creek, maintaining your equipment throughout the season, or looking for a performance-focused tune, our team is here to help you get the most out of your gear.
Locally owned and operated for over 35 years, we’ve built our reputation on quality, expertise, and taking care of our customers. We’ve also made a more than half-million-dollar investment in advanced tuning technology, including the Montana Saphir II Pro robotic tuning machine. This state-of-the-art technology works alongside our experienced technicians to deliver an exceptionally precise and consistent finish across your ski or snowboard base and edges, helping maximize glide, control, and performance.
We’re also the only shop in the Vail Valley to offer a 100% money-back guarantee on every tune.
If you’re not totally satisfied, it’s free. Period.
Because here’s the truth: Our ski and snowboard tunes are the best.
If you haven’t had your skis tuned by Venture Sports, then you just haven’t had your skis tuned!
From a quick edge and wax refresh to our performance-focused Signature Tune, we offer professional tuning services to keep your skis and snowboard performing at their best.
Our most performance-focused tune.
Customized vario structures are designed around current snow conditions for improved glide and quicker edge-to-edge performance. Includes professional P-Tex base repair and precision edge work using our variable base bevel technology.
Our most popular tune.
Bring your skis or snowboard back to looking and riding like new. Includes P-Tex base repair, a full base grind, precisely sharpened edges, our patented Crystal Glide finish and a fresh coat of wax.
A quick refresh between full tunes.
When your bases are in good condition but your edges need attention, we’ll sharpen and polish your edges and apply a fresh coat of wax selected for current conditions.
Enhanced wax absorption for a faster glide.
Our infrared process uniformly heats the ski or snowboard to increase wax absorption and efficiency, helping you glide faster and turn easier.
Signature Tune + IR Wax – $120 Signature Tune – $99 Full Tune + IR Wax – $90 Full Tune – $80 Full Tune (No P-Tex) – $60
Signature Tune + IR Wax– $130
Signature Tune – $109
Full Tune + IR Wax– $100
Full Tune – $90
Full Tune (No P-Tex) – $70
Ski / Snowboard
Infrared Edge & Wax – $65
Edge & Wax – $45
Infrared Wax – $30
Remount – $100
Mount / Prep – $90
Binding Adjustment – $40
5 Tunes for $410
Normally $495
Save $85
5 Tunes for $320
Normally $400
Save $80
5 Tunes for $245
Normally $325
Save $80
For regular skiers, we recommend waxing your skis about every 7 days of use to maintain a smooth glide, protect the base, and keep your skis performing their best. Vail’s changing snow conditions can put additional wear on your ski base, so regular waxing helps prevent it from drying out and keeps your skis gliding smoothly across the mountain.
For regular skiers, we recommend having your equipment professionally tuned every 20–30 days of use, or sooner if you notice changes in performance. Frequent tuning helps maintain edge grip, smooth glide, and overall control while addressing wear and minor base damage before it becomes a larger problem.
If your skis feel sluggish, aren’t holding an edge like they used to, or have visible scratches or a dry, white-looking base, it’s probably time for a tune. Professional tuning restores the base and edges, helping your skis glide more smoothly, hold an edge more effectively, and perform consistently on the mountain.
Yes. Many common scratches and gouges caused by rocks can be repaired with professional P-Tex base repair. Deeper damage that reaches the ski’s core requires a closer inspection by an experienced technician to determine the appropriate repair. Professional base repair restores a smooth base surface and helps protect your skis from further damage.
A professional ski tune can include base repair, base grinding, precision edge sharpening, and waxing, depending on the condition of your skis and the level of service selected. These services work together to restore a smooth base, reliable edge control, and better glide so your skis feel more responsive and perform consistently on the mountain.
A stone grind restores a flat, consistent ski base so the edges and wax can perform properly across the entire surface. It also creates the ideal base structure for smooth, predictable glide and helps your skis perform more consistently across changing snow conditions.
Infrared Wax is a premium waxing process that uses infrared heat to help the wax penetrate deeper into the base of your skis. This creates a smooth, durable finish that improves glide and helps protect the base from drying out, so your skis perform better for longer.
The best ski wax depends on the snow and temperature conditions you’re skiing in. Vail’s conditions can change throughout the season, so selecting a wax suited to current conditions helps optimize glide and performance. Our professional technicians can recommend and apply the appropriate wax for the day’s conditions, helping your skis perform their best.
Both the Signature Tune and Full Tune are designed to restore your skis or snowboard and improve performance. A Full Tune provides a complete refresh with professional base repair, a full base grind, precision edge sharpening, our Crystal Glide finish, and a fresh coat of wax.
The Signature Tune takes tuning a step further with a personalized base structure selected for current snow conditions, along with professional base repair and precision edge work. It’s designed for those looking for a more customized experience with enhanced glide, control, and performance.
Spring skiing can be especially demanding on your skis. Warm, wet snow and abrasive debris can create additional friction and wear on the base, making the right wax and more frequent maintenance especially important. A properly tuned and waxed ski will glide more efficiently and help you get the most out of changing spring conditions.
Having your skis tuned before a trip ensures your equipment is ready to perform from the first day on the mountain. If you’ve been skiing throughout your trip, a post-trip tune can address base and edge wear before you store your skis or head out again. For the best experience, start your trip with properly tuned, waxed, and inspected equipment.
For regular snowboarders, we recommend waxing your snowboard about every 7 days of use to maintain a smooth glide, protect the base, and keep your board performing its best. Vail’s changing snow conditions can put additional wear on your snowboard base, so regular waxing helps prevent it from drying out and keeps your board gliding smoothly across the mountain.
How often your snowboard needs a professional tune depends on how frequently you ride, the snow conditions, and how your board is performing. Regular tuning helps maintain smooth glide, effective edge control, and a responsive feel while addressing wear and minor base damage. If your board feels slow, your edges aren’t gripping well, or you notice scratches or dry areas on the base, it’s a good time to have it inspected.
If your snowboard feels sluggish, isn’t holding an edge like it used to, or has visible scratches or a dry, white-looking base, it’s probably time for a tune. Professional tuning helps restore the base and edges, improving glide, control, and responsiveness so your board performs more consistently on the mountain.
Yes. Many common scratches and gouges caused by rocks can be repaired with professional P-Tex base repair. Deeper damage that reaches the ski’s core requires a closer inspection by an experienced technician to determine the appropriate repair. Professional base repair helps restore a smooth surface and protects your board from further damage.
A professional snowboard tune can include base repair, base grinding, precision edge sharpening, and waxing, depending on the condition of your board and the level of service selected. Together, these services help restore a smooth base, reliable edge control, and better glide for a more responsive ride.
A stone grind restores a flat, consistent snowboard base so the edges and wax can perform properly across the entire surface. It also creates the ideal base structure for smooth, predictable glide and helps your board perform consistently across changing snow conditions.
Infrared Wax is a premium waxing process that uses infrared heat to help the wax penetrate deeper into the base of your snowboard. This creates a smooth, durable finish that improves glide and helps protect the base from drying out, so your board performs better for longer.
Both the Signature Tune and Full Tune are designed to restore your snowboard and improve performance. A Full Tune provides a complete refresh with professional base repair, a full base grind, precision edge sharpening, our Crystal Glide finish, and a fresh coat of wax.
The Signature Tune takes tuning a step further with a personalized base structure selected for current snow conditions, along with professional base repair and precision edge work. It’s designed for those looking for a more customized experience with enhanced glide, control, and performance.
Spring conditions can create additional friction and wear on your snowboard base. Warm, wet snow and abrasive debris make the right wax and regular maintenance especially important. A properly tuned and waxed snowboard will glide more efficiently and help you get the most out of changing spring conditions.
Having your snowboard tuned before a trip ensures your board is ready to perform from the first day on the mountain. If you’ve been riding throughout your trip, a post-trip tune can address base and edge wear before you store your board or head out again. Starting with properly tuned and waxed equipment helps you spend more time enjoying the mountain and less time dealing with equipment issues.
You can drop off your skis for professional tuning and service at Venture Sports locations throughout Vail, Beaver Creek, and Avon. No appointment is needed to get your equipment started, making it easy to fit a tune into your ski day or vacation schedule. Our team can also help determine the right service based on the condition of your equipment and how you plan to use it..
You can drop off your snowboard for professional tuning and service at Venture Sports locations throughout Vail, Beaver Creek, and Avon. No appointment is needed to get your equipment started, making it easy to fit a tune into your ski day or vacation schedule. Our team can also help determine the right service based on the condition of your equipment and how you plan to use it.
No appointment is needed to have your ski or snowboard tuned. Simply bring your equipment to a Venture Sports location in Vail, Beaver Creek, or Avon, and our team will help you get started. Walk-in drop-off makes it convenient to take care of your equipment without having to plan your day around an appointment.
Venture Sports uses advanced tuning technology, including the Montana Saphir II Pro robotic tuning machine, to deliver precise and consistent ski and snowboard tuning. Our more than half-million-dollar investment in this state-of-the-art equipment allows our experienced technicians to achieve an exceptionally accurate finish across the base and edges of your equipment. The result is a smoother glide, more precise edge performance, and a consistent finish designed to help your skis or snowboard perform their best.
Our ski tuning service is completed overnight. Drop off your equipment by 5 PM at any Venture Sports location, and it will be ready the next morning in time for first chair. Overnight service makes it easy to keep your equipment performing its best without giving up a day on the mountain.
Our snowboard tuning service is completed overnight. Drop off your equipment by 5 PM at any Venture Sports location, and it will be ready the next morning in time for first chair. Overnight service makes it easy to keep your equipment performing its best without giving up a day on the mountain.
Yes. Venture Sports offers overnight ski tuning at our participating locations. Drop off your equipment by 5 PM, and it will be ready the following morning in time for first chair. It’s a convenient way to keep your equipment tuned and ready to go throughout your Vail Valley ski trip.
Yes. Venture Sports offers overnight snowboard tuning at our participating locations. Drop off your equipment by 5 PM, and it will be ready the following morning in time for first chair. It’s a convenient way to keep your equipment tuned and ready to go throughout your Vail Valley ski trip.
The cost of a ski tune depends on the level of service your equipment needs. Venture Sports offers several tuning options, from essential maintenance to more advanced and personalized services, so you can choose the level of care that fits your equipment and performance needs. Our team can help recommend the appropriate service when you drop off your skis.
The cost of a snowboard tune depends on the level of service your equipment needs. Venture Sports offers several tuning options, from essential maintenance to more advanced and personalized services, so you can choose the level of care that fits your equipment and performance needs. Our team can help recommend the appropriate service when you drop off your snowboard.
Venture Sports offers professional ski and snowboard tuning throughout the Vail Valley, with experienced technicians and advanced tuning technology. Our team works with everyone from beginners to experienced skiers and snowboarders, including equipment trusted by Olympic athletes, X-Games medalists, World Champions, local legends, and everyday mountain enthusiasts.
Yes. Venture Sports provides professional tuning and repair services for both skis and snowboards. From base repair and edge work to grinding and waxing, our technicians can help keep your equipment performing smoothly, maintaining reliable control and glide throughout the season.
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