How Ski Rental Delivery Works in Vail (and Is It Worth It?)

Vail ski rental delivery means your skis, snowboards and boots come to you. Our technician brings everyone's gear to your condo, hotel or home, fits it on the spot, and you skip the rental shop entirely. If you've never tried it, here's exactly what happens, what it costs, and when it makes sense (and when it doesn't).

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How Ski Rental Delivery Works, Step by Step

1. Book online before your trip.
Choose delivery, enter where you're staying, and pick a requested delivery time. For each skier or rider, add height, weight, ability level and shoe size. That's what our technicians use to set up your gear before it leaves the shop. Delivery rentals have a 2-day minimum.

2. We set up everything in advance.
Your skis or snowboards are selected for your ability, and bindings are pre-set from the details you gave us. By the time we arrive, the gear is matched to each person.

3. A technician comes to you.
We arrive at your requested time, usually the evening before your first ski day. Everyone tries on their boots, and we fine-tune the fit and adjust bindings right there in your living room. Plan on a few minutes per person.

4. You ski. Or snowboard.
The next morning you walk out the door with your gear and go straight to the lift. No shop line, no paperwork.

5. During your stay, our slopeside shops have your back.
This is where delivery from Base differs from delivery-only companies. As a delivery customer you can use our slopeside shops for overnight storage, tuning and servicing, and exchanges. If a boot pinches or you want to try a different ski, swap it at the base of the mountain.

6. Return.
Drop your gear at any Base Mountain Sports shop in Vail, Beaver Creek, Avon or Breckenridge, whichever is on your way out of town.

Ski Delivery vs. Picking Up at a Shop

Delivery isn't right for everyone. Here's an honest comparison:

	Delivery	Shop pickup
Time on arrival day	A short fitting where you're staying	Travel to the shop, wait, get fitted
Best for	Families, groups, first-timers, late arrivals	Solo skiers, 1-day rentals, guests staying next to a shop
Minimum rental	2 days	No minimum
Carrying gear	Arrives at your door; store it slopeside during the stay	Carry it from the shop
Swaps and tuning	At any of our slopeside shops	At any of our shops
Price	Flat delivery rates (see below)	Shop rates, online discounts may apply

Choose delivery if: you're traveling with kids, arriving late after the drive from Denver or the flight into Eagle, renting for a group, or would rather spend your first evening unpacking than standing in a shop.

Pick up at a shop if: you only need gear for one day, or your condo is a short walk from one of our locations and you don't mind stopping in.

What Does Ski Rental Delivery Cost in Vail?

Delivery packages run from $50 to $99.95 per day, depending on the package, and the same price applies whether you're in Vail, Beaver Creek or Breckenridge. Ski and snowboard packages are priced the same. Ski packages include boots, poles and bindings; snowboard packages include boots and bindings. Helmets and damage coverage are available as add-ons.

Delivery isn't eligible for automatic online discounts. If your lodge, property manager or a partner gave you a promo code or booking link, use it at checkout.

See every package and price on our Vail ski and snowboard rental delivery page.

When to Book Delivery (Holiday Weeks Fill Up)

Delivery times are limited, especially in peak season. Demand climbs from early November and peaks from Christmas through New Year's, so:

Christmas–New Year's, MLK weekend, Presidents' Day: book as soon as your trip is set, ideally several weeks ahead.
Early season and mid-week in January, March and April: more flexibility, but book at least 48 hours ahead.
Arriving late? Request a delivery time for the evening you arrive so your gear is ready for first chair.

Where in Vail We Deliver

We deliver throughout Vail, ZIP code 81657: Vail Village, Lionshead, Golden Peak, Cascade Village, East Vail and West Vail, to condos, private homes and hotels.

We also deliver across Beaver Creek, Avon and EagleVail, and, new for the 2026–27 season, in Breckenridge. See the full list of delivery zones on our ski rental delivery page.

Tips for a Smooth Delivery

Have everyone's details ready when you book: height, weight, shoe size and ability level for each person.
Choose a delivery time when everyone will be there. Each person needs to try on their boots.
Wear ski socks for the fitting. Thin cotton socks make boots feel looser than they will on the hill.
Staying at a hotel? Add your room number when you book and give the front desk a heads-up.
Don't haul skis back every night. Use our slopeside storage and walk home light.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ski delivery worth it for families?
For most families, yes. Getting kids fitted in a busy shop after a travel day is the hardest part of many ski trips. With delivery, everyone gets fitted at home in a few minutes, and you're out the door in the morning without a stop.

Can I get snowboards delivered too?
Yes. Snowboard rental delivery works exactly the same way, and snowboard packages are the same price as ski packages. Snowboard packages include boots and bindings.

Do I need to tip the delivery technician?
Tipping is never required, but it's always appreciated, especially on a busy holiday evening.

What if my plans change?
Cancel at least 48 hours before your delivery and your deposit is refunded in full. Cancellations inside 48 hours are accepted, but the deposit isn't refundable.

Is there a minimum rental length?
Yes. Delivery rentals have a 2-day minimum. For a single day, picking up at one of our shops is the better option.

Skip the Shop, Not the Fit

Base Mountain Sports is locally owned, with shops in Vail, Beaver Creek, Avon and Breckenridge, including slopeside locations steps from the lifts. Delivery gives you gear fitted where you're staying, plus slopeside storage, tuning and exchanges for the rest of your trip.

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Prefer to pick up in person? See our Vail ski rental rates.