Fred Groos is hands down the best bootfitter I have ever worked with. My family previously…read morepurchased three pairs of boots from a high-end bootfitting store in the Vail Valley, but I decided to try Sun & Ski--and I am so glad I did. Fred was patient, incredibly knowledgeable, and genuinely compassionate. He listened carefully as I explained the pain I've experienced in ski boots for years--even those from expensive specialty shops. For the first time, I truly felt heard and understood. I have skied my entire life, starting at age four, and I had never known skiing without boot pain. Fred took the time to explore multiple solutions and never once rushed me. He genuinely cared about getting it right. Some shops don't seem to take female skiers seriously, but Fred absolutely did. I hadn't even planned to buy boots that day; I was just browsing. But thanks to Fred's expertise, I ended up purchasing the best boots I've ever owned. I literally cried when I skied in them--no pain and no break-in period. I had resigned myself to the idea that I'd need $1,500 custom boots forever, but Fred found the perfect pair for me for just $600, tax included. Because my experience was so incredible, I insisted my husband return the following weekend to buy his boots from Fred as well. Everyone at Sun & Ski is kind, knowledgeable, and treats customers with genuine care--better than I've ever been treated at far "fancier" stores. We will be buying our boots from Sun & Ski for life. Thank you, Fred. We appreciate you more than you know.

i'm leaving Sun and ski sports at 11:37 AM on Friday August 7, 2026. I had the worst experience…read morewhen I went into the store looking for a pair of waterproof boots, which would probably cost close to $200. I saw a pair of Solomons in my size on the sale rack and they were attached by a zip tie and a locked merchandise key. I asked a bald man who was working there. I'm not sure if he's the manager if he could unlock it and he said no you have to just try on one at a time and see if they work. I immediately left the store because I think this horrible customer service and this guy is an imbecile. I am a customer that lives in the Vail Valley and comes to the store for outerwear and he just lost me as a customer because I wanted to try on a pair of boots!!!???? he said that too many people walk out of there without paying so I have to be inconvenience because sun and ski sports cannot manage their loss prevention. Needless to say, I'll never be back and I'm heading all the way to Glenwood Springs to go to the REI where I have a membership. Don't go to the store. It's horrible.

Great helpful staff. Needed, or at least thought I needed, my fixed bindings remounted because I…read morebought new boots elsewhere that were a size smaller than I'd been skiing on. Rather than just take my money, they actually said you know, we may be able to make these bindings work with the range of adjustment they have. Two staff tinkered with things for ten minutes before finally giving in to the need to remount them; I was just a few mm outside the range of adjustment that would have been safe. So, remount was paid for, a very reasonable price for pickup the next morning, and they even let me borrow a set of demo skis free of charge for the last 3.5 hours of the day, so it wouldn't be a complete loss while mine were being worked on.

I hate leaving bad reviews- but buyers beware of ordering for shipping!…read more We ordered a a pair of skis and UPS delivered it in a box that was completely crushed and split open. I could see the skis before even opening the package. Of course I wanted to return it as I don't even know the condition/ how compromised the skis were. I immediately sent photos with delivery timestamps and regardless of how UPS shipped it- the way the company handled it was so rude. The Director of Operations called me the next morning and did not apologize once. He was so condescending and said he already discussed this with me via email. The packaging was so compromised that I couldn't even reuse it to ship the skis back safely- he asked me why I can't you just tape up the sides and ship it back. I kept trying to explain that I was nervous to returned expensive equipment in a completely damaged box- I wanted to ensure I got a refund and prevent further damage to their afraid these expensive skis he didn't care- so condescending and rude - No accountability. No ownership. No solution. Just deflection and attitude. If this is how they handle a straightforward shipping issue, imagine how they handle real problems. Ski equipment isn't cheap, and customers deserve better than being told to fix the company's mistake with a roll of tape. I'm shipping it back as is and if it's damaged further it's not my problem. I will not be ordering from them again, and I will not be recommending them to friends or fellow skiers. There are plenty of other retailers who value their customers & their equipment.

A friend who lives in the area sent me there for rental skis. Probably the cleanest, most spacious…read moreski shop I've ever been in and I've been skiing for over 50 years all over Europe & the US. Eric and another gentleman set me up with some great equipment and went to extra lengths to ensure everything was properly fitted. Sorry if this sounds like an infomercial but everyone I ran into there went out of their way to be helpful. Be sure to reserve equipment on-line at least a day before to get the discount.

Been coming to Avon on ski trips for years. Christy sports is a stop every year to check out their…read moregreat gear deal. My friends and family have rented for years. This year after ski day one I realized my foot was extremely uncomfortable. (Old dude with a bunion that's getting worse) I stopped in at Christy and Joe the boot specialist was super. He offered to punch out my boot while I waited but also let me try on some new boots for comparison. We decided to punch out my shell and after a short wait to let it cool off after heated adjustment I was back on the slopes. World class service without high pressure sales.

We went up for a family weekend to take advantage of the slower pace during the Spring. Every…read moreWestin team member we spoke with were thoughtful and engaging. The property was clean, modern, and sophisticated. We enjoyed beautiful weather at the pool, stunning views, great food at the bar (the pretzel bites are amazing), and honestly can't wait to go back.

We rented bikes from Beaver Creek Sports for a family bike trip. We had the pleasure of being…read moreassisted by Daniel. He was very kind, helpful, and accommodating getting our bikes prepared. He even went out of his way to find a helmet that fit our daughter. Highly recommend renting from this store, especially if Daniel is assisting you!

I love skiing, but my completely flat and wide feet have causedl problems when it comes to…read morebootfitting. I heard great things about Tom, the bootfitter at the Beaver Creek Sports Village location. i decided to try him out. In March 2025, I bought new boots which he recommended, and paid for a custom footbed and bootfitting. First day on the snow was great. I brought the boots back to Tom to adjust buckles, to snug in the toe box, and to fix two small hotspots on my shinbones. The boots were ready the next morning. They fit perfectly. I have never been more snug or comfortable, and I am surprised the two go together. Footbeds and other alterations have me canted forward in a perfect position. Toes touch the boot toe but do not mash, and the heels cannot lift. I was walking with them tightened with no pain or shin bang. Skiing control improved. Boot price without the footbed and fitting was maybe $50 higher than from an online retailer, but the shop will adjust them for life if asked. I felt the footbed and other charges were reasonable. I researched Surefoot as well. All in, my boots cost about 50% as much as Surefoot. I couldn't be happier, and I couldn't recommend anyone more highly than Tom.

Whatever you do STEER CLEAR of Ms. STEPHANIE HALE at the Beaver Creek Sports shop in the Beaver…read moreCreek Village!!! we have been coming to Beaver Creek for over a decade and never ever have we experienced anything but the most gracious and proactive customer service -- in shops, on the slopes, at hotels, restaurants, residences -- everywhere.... Until we met Ms Stephanie Hale. She is beyond rude-- she is mean. First, she accused us of doing something her (very helpful) colleague actually did -- then spent 3 minutes yelling at us instead of hearing us explain the situation, and upon finally understanding what really happened, never apologized -- turning away only to yell at the next unsuspecting customers. Ms Stephanie Hale is Better suited to back office work, ideally where she works alone. If you visit the store, look for someone else to help you !!

When it comes to AT and tele equipment, it's so hard to find someone who knows what they're talking…read moreabout. These guys are the real deal! Very affordable backcountry ski rentals and they even let me apply my rental money towards a boot/binding purchase. I've never had better fitting boots (definitely go with the DFP footbeds) and they helped pick the right binding for ME without the "tough guy attitude" you can find at other shops. Also, my wife broke her ancient AT binding earlier this season. Not only did they have the exact part she needed, but they were able to repair it right on the spot!

Great selection of essential equipment and knowledgeable staff who are very friendly and helpfulread more

Great store, nice selection of sport shoes, for all kinds of activities…read more Friendly and attentive as knowledgeable staff. I bought some trail hiking shoes" Salomons" and I love them.

Rarely do I post a negative review. It's hard being a business owner. For this situation I make an…read more exception. We have shopped her for over fifteen years. At first a as a frequent visitor and now as a part time resident of Vail Valley. Last week we stopped in and I bought a pair of hiking boots and my wife picked up a few things. Without looking closely at them except for size we walked out. Once home the $80.00 sweater had a spot on it. (Inexpensive item but it was cute). When we tried to return it exchange the young salesman with a beard said my wife had worn it even though it had the tag still on it. He clearly stated she was a liar and nothing could be done. We emailed the owners Mike and Mary who know my wife by sight when they see her. No response so far. You decide if you want to shop at a store where the young employees are so poorly trained that they insult their customers. After many years and thousands of dollars, we will shop at home or on line for the things that we use to go out of our way to support local business. We will never set foot in this store again. Good bye Ptarmigan, hello Amazon!

Excellent service. I wish I got the guys name but he was super patient, extremely helpful and gave…read moreme a way better deal than I would have got anywhere else. I went to Christy sports before and the guy there was trying to push $1000 boots for a lvl 5 skier. I couldn't recommend Transition sports more highly. Definitely worth the drive if you are over at Vail.

I absolutely love this place. Friendly, knowledgeable staff who really know their gear and outdoor…read morelifestyle. Whether you're looking for new skate equipment, quality used snow gear, or something fun for disc golf or biking, they've got you covered. Great pieces in excellent condition at very fair prices, and everything feels curated with great care. It's obvious they take pride in serving the Vail Valley community and helping people get outfitted for whatever adventure they're planning. If you're in Avon and need sporting goods, gear, or just want to browse, this shop is a must-visit.

This place is great. A lot less expensive than renting on the mountain. The service was fantastic…read moretoo. We had a great guy that was really helpful with our 2 small kids. He really knew his stuff and was very friendly. The best part is we were able to return all of our equipment in the mountain. I would use again in a heartbeat!

From the owner: Breeze ski rentals is your one-stop shop for your ski and snowboard rentals at the lowest price…read more Pick up and drop off at any of our locations on your way to the slopes. Demo, performance, sport and junior packages available. Book in advance and save up to 25%.