Online rugby gear store

Players of all ages, parents of youth and high school players, adult clubs, and college club teams.

Markup on each item sold, plus bulk orders from clubs and coaches. Repeat sales come from growing kids, worn-out boots and balls, and new season kit.

• Knowing rugby gear and sizing
• Basic online store setup
• Customer service and returns handling

• Sales tax registration and collection rules, which differ by state, so check with your state tax agency
• Supplier minimums and whether brands allow you to resell online, so read the reseller agreement carefully
• Sizing and returns on boots and kit can eat into profit, so set a clear returns policy
• Protective gear claims: only say a product meets a standard if the manufacturer confirms it
• General liability and product liability insurance, so ask an insurance broker what you need
• Rugby is seasonal and stronger in some regions, so plan your stock and cash flow around the season

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around $1,500 to $7,500, depending on how much stock you hold and how you set up your store. Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $600 to $3,000, depending on your range and customer base.

Check sales tax registration and collection rules with your state tax agency, since they differ by state. Read supplier reseller agreements to confirm online resale is allowed. Ask an insurance broker about general and product liability cover, and only claim protective gear meets a standard if the manufacturer confirms it.

Estimates suggest at least around 10 hours a week. Rugby is seasonal and stronger in some regions, so plan stock and cash flow around the season. A clear returns policy helps, since sizing issues on boots and kit can eat into profit.