Ask A Local: Head to Toe Guide of What to Bring on a Summer Hike in the Colorado Rockies

August 30, 2020

We love to hike in the beautiful Colorado Rockies. There are so many beautiful trails to choose from. Some lead to incredible mountain lakes and waterfalls, others to expansive, colorful fields of wildflowers. Why not try them all? But before you go, we ...

Ask A Local: Best Summer Farmers’ Markets in the Vail Valley

August 20, 2020

Need an idea about what to do this weekend in beautiful Vail? Why not check out one of our fabulous farmers’ markets! As we all know, the flower-lined streets of Vail Village and Vail Mountain are just as pretty in the summer as the winter. That is ...

Ask A Local: Best Activities to do at Piney River Ranch in Vail

August 15, 2020

While in town during the summer months, do not forget to take a day or weekend trip to Piney River Ranch. The employees of American Ski Exchange love to spend our time outdoors. On our days off, we love to go Jeeping up the dirt road to Piney River Ranch. ...

Ask A Local: Best Playgrounds for Little Ones from Lionshead to West Vail

August 10, 2020

With the advent of COVID-19 in Eagle Valley, many of the usual summer kid activities have been closed due to the public health orders. However, the playgrounds have been open for active kiddos! So come on into American Ski Exchange, grab some sunscreen ...

Ask A Local: The Best Coffee Shops in Vail

July 30, 2020

If you are anything like me, a good cup of Java is necessary before venturing onto the slopes before first chair. As a homegrown local, I have tried my fair share of coffee joints in town. As a result, making a list of best coffee shops in Vail with my ...

Ask A Local: Best Places for a Sweet Treat in Vail

July 23, 2020

Come on into American Ski Exchange to rent top of the line ski/snowboard equipment and clothing. When you are done exploring the mountain, return your equipment/clothing for the day and ask us about our favorite sweet treats. After all, ...

Ask A Local: Best Hikes In and Around Vail

July 15, 2020

Here at American Ski Exchange, we have done our fair share of hiking in the gorgeous Rockies! Especially with the advent of COVID-19, it is a great activity to get physical exercise, enjoy the outdoors, and maintain the appropriate social distance. Hiking ...

Ask A Local: Best Summer Outdoor Activities to do in Vail

July 9, 2020

Vail has been put on the map for the incredible, world-renown skiing and snow boarding. Our village is reminiscent of a European wonderland in the winter. However, summer in the mountains can be just as incredible! We have warm weather (minus the ...

Ask a Local: Best Places for European Cuisine in Vail

June 30, 2020

If you happen to be of European ancestry, or just a fan of European food, there are several top-notch restaurants to enjoy while on your vacation. After all, Vail is modeled after a Bavarian village - complete with its own clocktower. As such, it would ...

Ask A Local: Free Skier Parking in Vail

June 17, 2020

Parking. Talk about a headache. Luckily for you, American Ski Exchange has been in the town of Vail since 1986. As a result, we know all the ins and outs of this extraordinary mountain town. So come on in, rent or demo the newest model skis or snowboards, ...