Snowboard shop with a high street unit

Local snowboarders, holidaymakers, students, parents of young riders and people who want boots and bindings fitted in person.

You earn the margin between trade and retail prices on kit and clothing. Extra income can come from board waxing and tuning, bindings set-up, and end-of-season sales.

• Strong snowboard and equipment knowledge
• Retail selling and stock buying
• Basic board tuning and binding set-up

• Seasonal trade: a lot of sales fall in a few months, so plan for the quiet ones
• Lease commitments, rent deposits and business rates, so check all costs with the landlord and your council
• Stock buying months in advance means you carry the risk of unsold items
• Some brands set conditions for approved dealers, check them before signing up
• Public liability, stock and contents insurance
• Planning use class and shop signage rules, check with your local council
• Safety markings on items such as helmets, check what is required for sale in the UK

Startup costs are typically around £20,000 to £80,000, depending on your unit, rent deposit and how much stock you buy. These are estimates, so check all costs with the landlord and your council before you commit.

Monthly revenue is typically around £5,000 to £25,000, depending on location, range and season. A lot of sales fall in a few months, so plan carefully for the quiet ones. Revenue is not the same as profit.

Check lease commitments, rent deposits and business rates with the landlord and council, plus planning use class and shop signage rules. Also check dealer conditions set by brands, safety markings on items such as helmets, and your insurance cover.