Red Star Vapor & Smoke

Red Star Vapor & Smoke has earned a loyal following in Colorado Springs, and spend five minutes talking to the people who shop here and you'll understand why. This is the kind of place folks drive past closer shops to reach, drawn back by a crew that actually knows the product and genuinely seems happy to see them. Ask anyone who shops here and the staff come up first, by name: Julie, Asher, Rachel, Morgan, and Peppers (who, word has it, does a mean backflip and will talk you through the whole wall of options without rushing you). The selection runs deep.

You'll find disposables from Geek Bar, Lost Mary, RAZ, Foger, and Dispo Bar, plus the Eclipse Bars and EC30ks that regulars rave about. There's a serious lineup of e-liquid and vape juice too, and the team stays on top of the new flavor profiles so they can point you toward something that fits what you already like. One longtime regular put it plainly: they've been coming for years and have never walked out disappointed. If you're the picky type, that's exactly who this shop caters to.

Morgan, for instance, has a reputation for patiently working through a long list of questions and sending people home with extra pods so they don't get caught short. Beyond the vapes, they carry cigarettes, cigars, and a good range of smoking accessories, and there's even a bitcoin ATM on site. The store stays clean and well organized, which makes the big selection feel manageable rather than overwhelming, and there's usually a sale running. The vibe is relaxed and welcoming, the kind of counter where someone will make you laugh before your work day even starts.

For a vape shop in Colorado Springs where the people behind the counter remember you and actually help, Red Star is one locals keep recommending.