Online cricket gear store

Club and school players, parents buying junior gear, and local clubs ordering in bulk before the season.

Mark-up on each item sold, plus extras such as bat knocking-in, grips and team orders. Sales peak before and early in the summer season.

• Knowing cricket gear and what suits different players
• Online selling and basic website setup
• Stock tracking and packing orders
• Customer service

• Stock is a big cost and unsold seasonal gear can tie up cash, so start small
• Check whether you need to register for GST once turnover reaches the threshold
• Australian Consumer Law covers refunds and product guarantees, so check your returns policy
• Check council rules if you store stock or pack orders at home
• Consider product liability and public liability insurance

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on how much opening stock you buy, your website setup and packaging. Stock is a big cost, so starting with a focused range may help.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $500 to $5,000, depending on your range, your marketing and how well you sell before and during the season. Unsold seasonal gear can tie up cash, so plan your stock carefully.

Check whether you need to register for GST once turnover reaches the threshold, and make sure your returns policy meets Australian Consumer Law. Also check council rules if you store stock or pack orders at home, and consider product and public liability insurance.