Performance Sports
About
Performance Sports has rented skis in Lionshead since 1979, and the same two longtime locals, known to customers as JP and The General, still own and run it. It is an independent, self-described "mom and pop" shop in the heart of Lionshead Village, steps from the Eagle Bahn Gondola and Chair 8.
It suits skiers and snowboarders based on the Lionshead side who want a small shop, staff who have worked there for decades, and the chance to leave their skis at the base overnight. Families can rent here too, with a kids' package.
Rentals
There are three levels. Premium Demo skis change each season and are picked from K2, Head, Völkl, Rossignol, Nordica, Dynastar and Icelantic. The Sport fleet is a Nordica all-mountain ski aimed at beginners and intermediates. Snowboard packages use Head boards and boots, and children get K2 junior skis. Reserving online at least a week ahead takes 20% off the daily rate.
Storage and pickup
Rental customers get free overnight storage for skis or boards, and benches to leave street shoes during the day. Boots go home with you, because the shop has no room for them. Equipment can be collected the evening before your first ski day, after 5 p.m.; staff do not do new fittings between 3 and 5 p.m., when everyone is returning gear.
Tuning and clothing
Repairs and tunes are done by hand. The small retail floor carries outerwear from Obermeyer, Descente, Spyder, Rossignol, Nils and others, baselayers from Kari Traa and Smartwool, and gloves and goggles from Hestra, Swany and Smith. Clothing is not rented, but you can check some live stock online through Locally and reserve it for pickup.
Sources: Performance Sports, rates, FAQs, reservations. Checked September 23, 2026.
Contact Information
Vail, 81657
Performance Sports
Performance Sports
About Performance Sports
Performance Sports has rented skis in Lionshead since 1979, and the same two longtime locals, known to customers as JP and The General, still own and run it. It is an independent, self-described "mom and pop" shop in the heart of Lionshead Village, steps from the Eagle Bahn Gondola and Chair 8.
It suits skiers and snowboarders based on the Lionshead side who want a small shop, staff who have worked there for decades, and the chance to leave their skis at the base overnight. Families can rent here too, with a kids' package.
Rentals
There are three levels. Premium Demo skis change each season and are picked from K2, Head, Völkl, Rossignol, Nordica, Dynastar and Icelantic. The Sport fleet is a Nordica all-mountain ski aimed at beginners and intermediates. Snowboard packages use Head boards and boots, and children get K2 junior skis. Reserving online at least a week ahead takes 20% off the daily rate.
Storage and pickup
Rental customers get free overnight storage for skis or boards, and benches to leave street shoes during the day. Boots go home with you, because the shop has no room for them. Equipment can be collected the evening before your first ski day, after 5 p.m.; staff do not do new fittings between 3 and 5 p.m., when everyone is returning gear.
Tuning and clothing
Repairs and tunes are done by hand. The small retail floor carries outerwear from Obermeyer, Descente, Spyder, Rossignol, Nils and others, baselayers from Kari Traa and Smartwool, and gloves and goggles from Hestra, Swany and Smith. Clothing is not rented, but you can check some live stock online through Locally and reserve it for pickup.
Sources: Performance Sports, rates, FAQs, reservations. Checked September 23, 2026.