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    Sorry it's been a busy week and I haven't had a chance to respond to everyone's posts but I wanted to take the time to say thanks for your input. I really appreciate it. I've definitely started putting it to good use. I've reached out to the local youth hockey organizations and the 2 ACHA college teams that call the rink home as well as the local figure skating club and had some great conversations. I set up an account with Howie's and working on something for the figure skating supplies as well. I was able to get my hands on the skate sharpener, a riveter, work bench and tools. Making progress but still so much to do..

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    2 hours ago, chk hrd said:

    Get as much advice as you can from people who have done it. Poor service cost repeat customers and overstocking puts a hardship on your bank account. If you are the only one for 30 miles you have a good opportunity. Talk to everyone at the rink, players, coaches, parents and see what the are looking for. I agree about getting in with the teams. No use wasting inventory and space on blue helmets if the teams where black. You never know when a player will need something at the last minute.

    Good luck, hope it works out. 

    Ya I believe i can give great service which will drive repeat customers but your right about the over stocking and its one of my bigger concerns. I hate to go bare bones on equipment but I am leaning more on just stocking tape, laces wax etc until I get things rolling..

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    5 hours ago, Axxion89 said:

    Keep in mind your biggest competition is going to be online retailers so if it were me, I'd focus on services (skate sharpening, repair, etc) vs using stock to drive sales. If you are familiar with the rink, stock what you know would sell easy, sticks, accessories, and to some extent regular gear like skates, pants, helmets, etc.

    You can also try and get into contact with local youth teams and see if you can provide them with the team gear like helmets, gloves, jerseys, etc. as that can be an easy area for revenue. Good luck & i think being attached to a rink is a huge plus as long as the rent & lease terms make financial sense

    Totally agree and service is definitely going to be my main focus.

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    So I haven't worked in a retail hockey shop in a really long time but I have an opportunity to open a shop in a twin pad ice rink where the closest competition is 30 miles away. I'm working on securing a sharpener, work bench, riveter and tools. I also have to figure out what to carry for equipment as the retail floor space is limited and of course finding a distributor. Any useful advice or information would be appreciated. Thanks!

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    Helmet: Bauer 5100 -Surprisingly comfortable

    Shoulder pads: Vapor XXXX -Light an comfy

    Elbow pads: Jofa 9144

    Pants:Bauer One95 Core pad Easton pro shell: Ducks

    Gloves: Eagle X88 Tufftek customs- Great fit and feel

    Shin pads: Jofa 9060 - Just replaced a pair of 6060 that I had for ten years.

    Skates: Nike Flexlite Pro- Lightest skate I have ever owned- Great fit and very responsive.

    Sticks: Easton s17 Iginla/Drury/various Pro stock patterns -the great mistake :P Pro stock Easton SE16 6.5 lie 1/2 mid curve open face -better puck feel than the s17 more forgiving and not as whippy.

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