Red Star Vapor & Smoke

Red Star Vapor & Smoke has built a real following in Colorado Springs, and it's easy to understand why once you've been in. This is one of the highest-rated smoke shops around, and the reputation rests largely on the people behind the counter. Ask anyone who shops here and the same names come up: Lauren, who greets folks with a smile and knows how to point you toward the right thing, along with Michael, Ray, and Corbin, who take the time to make recommendations instead of hurrying you along. There's also a tall fellow with a long beard who's made a few regulars say they'll stop in just to say hello.

The selection covers vapes, e-liquid and vape juice, and a wide range of disposables, with brands like Dispo Bar, Geek Bar, Lost Mary, RAZ, and Foger on the shelves. They carry their own house disposable too, the EC30K, and locals have taken a shine to it. One person who came in looking for a Geek Bar walked out with an EC30K instead and liked it even better, and the Wild Cherry Slush flavor has picked up its own fans. For folks dialing in their nicotine level, the shop stocks options in different strengths, including 3% and zero.

Beyond the vapes, you'll find glass, smoking accessories, and the odds and ends that round out a trip. The word around town is that the shop stays clean, well organized, and fully stocked, with the kind of welcoming, laid-back atmosphere that keeps people loyal for months at a time. Prices land fair, and the staff have a knack for suggesting something new to try. The 8th Street location in particular gets a lot of love for its service.

One regular summed it up plainly: if you're in Colorado Springs and need a legit smoke shop, this is the spot.