Online cricket gear shop with club pop-ups

Club and school players, parents buying junior kit, and club committees ordering team gear in bulk.

Profit on each item sold (the gap between wholesale and retail price), plus team orders, bat knocking-in or repair add-ons and, later, custom team clothing.

• Knowing cricket gear and what suits different players
• Building trust in local cricket communities
• Basic online selling and stock tracking

• Importing gear may bring customs duties and delays, so check costs with your supplier or a customs broker
• GST/HST registration once you pass the small supplier threshold, plus provincial sales tax rules that differ by province
• Check whether your municipality requires a home-based business licence and allows stock storage at home
• Commercial general liability and product insurance, and clear return rules for sized gear like pads and helmets
• Sales are seasonal: outdoor cricket is mostly in the warmer months, so plan for a quiet winter or sell to indoor leagues

Startup costs are estimated at typically around $3,000 to $12,000, depending on how much stock you buy and your website and display setup. Monthly revenue is estimated at about $1,200 to $6,000, depending on your range and local club reach.

Check customs duties and delays with your supplier or a customs broker. Also check GST/HST registration once you pass the small supplier threshold, provincial sales tax rules, home-based business licensing and stock storage, insurance, and return rules for sized gear.

Outdoor cricket is mostly in the warmer months, so plan for a quiet winter or look at indoor leagues. Estimates start at around 8 hours a week. Knowing the gear and building trust in local cricket communities helps.