Ask a Local: Exciting Changes for the 2021-2022 Ski Season

June 12, 2021

Due to the pandemic, we have had to adapt to a lot of changes over the last year. With the advent of the vaccine, restrictions are slowly being lifted and life is returning to being “more normal.” Here are a few things that we are looking forward to in ...

Ask A Local: Fact Checking Hallmark’s Movie, Winter in Vail

May 12, 2021

As many of you know, watching Hallmark movies around the winter holidays is a MUST. That is why we at American Ski Exchange were elated when a Hallmark movie was filmed in our hometown of Vail - just steps from our ski shop! Yes, “Mean Girls’” Lacey ...

Ask A Local: Best Hot Chocolate in Vail

March 15, 2021

Nothing is more satisfying than that first drink of piping hot chocolate after a cold day on the slopes. It will warm you from your head to the tip of your toes. Below are a list of our favorite places to have hot chocolate in Vail Village. Each has its ...

Ask A Local: Best Runs on Vail Mountain for Beginners

December 14, 2020

We know that skiing Vail Mountain as a beginner can be a little daunting. However, we, at American Ski Exchange, can help you navigate the vast terrain. It is our recommendation to stay on the front side of Vail Mountain. If you venture to the back side, ...

Ask A Local: Best 2020-21 Winter Festivals and Activities in the Surrounding Areas of Vail

December 11, 2020

1) Ullr Fest in Breckenridge, CO Ullr Fest: https://gobreck.com/event/ullr-fest/ Dates: December 9th - 19th, 2020 Breckenridge Ullr Fest is scheduled for December 9th-19th, 2020. Every year - for the last fifty-seven years - Breckenridge ...

Ask A Local: Best Places in Vail for a Night Out on the Town

December 7, 2020

A weekend getaway to Vail is the perfect time to let loose. After a day on the slopes, treat yourself to some late night fun! Return your rental ski/board equipment to American Ski Exchange and head out for a night on the town! Below is a list of our ...

Ask A Local: Best Family Activities During the Winter Holidays

November 30, 2020

The most magical time to visit Vail, Colorado is during the winter holidays! Bring the family and make once-in-a-lifetime memories. American Ski Exchange has made a list of our favorite family activities to do in our ski town during the ...

Ask A Local: Best Places to Après Ski in Vail

November 24, 2020

As any Vail local will tell you, après ski is something we look forward to after a long day on the slopes. It is a time to unwind, spend time with good friends, and enjoy a delicious alcoholic beverage with appetizers. After returning ...

Ask A Local: Best Places for 2020 Thanksgiving Dinner in Vail

November 20, 2020

Come to Vail for some great, early season skiing in the Rockies during Thanksgiving! Stop into American Ski Exchange to buy a new, stylish winter jacket, winter sports equipment, or accessories! If renting equipment is more your style, we do that too (and ...

Ask A Local: Best Kinds of Skis to Rent on Your Vail Ski Vacation

November 12, 2020

American Ski Exchange offers a variety of skis to rent and/or demo. In our arsenal, we carry Rossignol, Salomon, Atomic, Blizzard, K2, Volkl, and Nordica skis. While you’re in town, you should rent skis from us that are made by different companies and ...