Gz Smokes

Gz Smokes has quietly become one of the best-regarded smoke shops in Colorado Springs, and the people who shop here will tell you why in a heartbeat. You will find it tucked into the shopping center across from the McDonald's at Astrozon and Academy, an easy stop once you know it's there. Ask anyone who shops here and the first thing they mention is the owner, who remembers his regulars, greets people by name, and genuinely seems to care about everyone who walks through the door. The selection is what keeps folks coming back.

This is a solid spot for vapes and disposables, with a wide range of e-liquid and vape juice in plenty of brands and flavors to work through. There's a good wall of glass too, including water pipes, plus the kind of smoking accessories you don't always find elsewhere. We've heard more than one person walk out with something they'd never seen before, from unusual pieces to fun little extras like the Lucky Cat batteries that come in a few different designs. Prices are a big part of the appeal.

Regulars talk up the fair deals and say you can get a full setup here without spending much at all. The staff knows the products cold and takes time to help you land on the right vape and e-liquid for what you're after, which makes it an easy place to browse and ask questions even if you're new to it. It's also pet friendly, so the dog is welcome to tag along. The word around Colorado Springs is that Gz Smokes is the real local deal: friendly, knowledgeable, well stocked, and priced right.

With other locations around town as well, there's a decent chance one is close to wherever you are. One longtime shopper put it simply, saying they wouldn't go anywhere else.