[SumAznGuy]

I need some new hockey gear and have been to a bunch of the local stores like Cyclone Taylor and Scoffs.

Are there are online sites that would be recommended?

I think i know what I want, and want to save some $$$ by buying online.

[6thGear.]

i buy from hockeygiant.com . pretty fast shipping. theres also hockeymonkey, but i prefer hockeygiant. good thing for either sites is that they will send you some really good coupon deals every so often for almost anything, jerseys, hockey bags, OPS, skates, etc. i pretty much buy all my stuff online, unless i need something asap, i go to the stores then.

[Nvasion]

shipping for hockeygiant isnt that cheap though..

[SumAznGuy]

Thanks for the suggestions.
I need new skates and I can only wear CCM skates as I need a wide skate, and the arch on Bauer skates do not agree with my feet
I'm thinking of the RBK 5K skates. It seems like no one in town has any in size 7 1/2 to try on.

Any good hockey gear review sites?

[strike66]

www.modsquadhockey.com

most user reviews u will find anywhere

[RayBot]

rbk skates are treating me well, and i have fat feet as well. I actaully do have the 5k skates that you are talking about.

Before you go online....try the Hockey Shop in surrey. They sell some really good equipment at prices that i would say beats the competition. The service is so good there that i bring my skates there just to get sharpened....and i live in richmond.

As for skates prices....no different in price, but sticks, pads apparel and other gear, you'll find a difference there. Just got my TPS Respnonse 1pc there for $60, and one of the best sticks i have used thus far.

Its on King George and 104, right across from where the Brick used to be.

[mickz]

Best Hockey Reviews = ModSquadHockey.com as mentioned but most of their reviews are for top of the line models.

If you're buying online the best places to buy from are HockeyGiant.com or HockeyMonkey.com You could always get the stuff shipped to Point Roberts and then drive down there to pick it up to save some money on shipping cost. Not to mention you'll save a ton on the actual gear too.

I bought my skates locally from Cyclones for $299.99 and the same exact ones are $179.99 on HockeyGiant. I needed skates right away, baked and to fit properly, otherwise I would've bought them online.

But the thing is, if you go into a store to try on different skates, buy from them. It's frowned upon to get fitted in store and then purchase from another company online.

[SumAznGuy]

Thanks for all the feedback.
I went to a few different shops but none of them had the 7 1/2's in stock, so I hope no one frowns on me when I go buy them from someone who does have them in stock.

[6thGear.]

i don;t know how much you trust ebay, but thats another place to look for deals. i bought a pair of Bauer vapor XXII skates for $180 shipped. brand new. paid $40 to get them contoured sharpened and got it baked for free up here. if your not in a rush, onlines the best, cause then you can shop around.

[Agent X]

I got my equipment off Hockey monkey.. Got it shipped to point roberts, n just picked it up.

[waddy41]

any more local stores?
or online stores?

[mickz]

I'm not sure where you're close to but you could also check out Ice Level Sports in Richmond, and Scoff's Hockey Shop (they're still around right?) in Burnaby. If you're looking for older models, there's The Sports Exchange in Vancouver.

As for online you could also go to www.hockeyworld.com, they're operated by a big reputable company in the states called Perani's. I've never ordered from them but from what I hear they're a legit company.

[SumAznGuy]

For me, I went to Scoff's. They were out of stock, and didn't have anyother models in my size to try on. I will have to try Ice Level.
I even went to Sport Check at Metrotown but they were out of my size. = (

[mickz]

For me, I went to Scoff's. They were out of stock, and didn't have anyother models in my size to try on. I will have to try Ice Level.
I even went to Sport Check at Metrotown but they were out of my size. = (

The PC Sportchek would be the best one to go to for hockey gear since that's supposed to be their "Specialty Shop" for Vancouver. I usually steer away from Sportchek unless I already know what I want to buy and they're selling it for crazy cheap.

I've been in there countless times just to encounter staff who have never even played hockey. I don't blame the staff, I blame the company for putting them there.

[SumAznGuy]

The PC Sportchek would be the best one to go to for hockey gear since that's supposed to be their "Specialty Shop" for Vancouver. I usually steer away from Sportchek unless I already know what I want to buy and they're selling it for crazy cheap.

Thanks for the heads up. I wanted to go to Sportchek to see if they had a skate in 7 1/2e that I could try on. I'm close by to downtown, I'll just swing by there during my lunch break.

But reading up on some reviews, there have been some reports of the pumps failing or the bags not holding air after 2 months of use. That and the constant complaints about the replaceable blades.

[m3thods]

I live really close to cyclone taylors in coquitlam, but after visiting the hockey shop in surrey i think I'll get more expensive stuff there. the selection is far superior to cyclone, scoffs, and the sports exchange which ive been to.

however i do goto cyclones for sharpening, as they are better than THS imo.

as for your skates, the rbk 5ks are notorious for pump failures which you already mentioned. if you can find the old rbk 8k, 7k, which should cleared well below their original prices id suggest those. they have the rbk fit of the 5/9k but without the pump. they are also priced lower than the pump versions- which are there for vanity imo.

www.thehockeyshop.com you should check out the site they have some SMU (special make up) models that you cant find anywhere else- and are usually the best of two different models. I recently got my NBH Supreme Comps there, which are basically the same price as the one55, but with the one75 liner, outsole, and steel.

and like someone mentioned already- do NOT go to sport chek for major equipment. tape jock helmet thats cool. but you are not going to get the same service for skates that you would at an actual hockey store. my friend got his skates baked when they werent supposed to (easton comp skates) and they fell apart in 3 months.

[SumAznGuy]

Well, taking Mickz advice, I went to PC Sportchek after work today and tried on some RBK pump skate they had on sale this week. The guy said it was the same thing as the 5K, but was marketed soley for SportChek.
For the most part, fit was good. Service was good. But the heel was a little loose for my liking. With the skates laced up and pulled tight, and all pumped up, I could still wiggle my foot around and my heal had a lot of movement.
I was reading on some reviews and one complaint was that the 5k has a wider heal than the old Tacks because of the pump and air sacks.

Any recommendations? I know M3thods suggested the 7K and 8K but i don't think anyone in Vancouver still carries those as they should have been discontinued long ago.

[m3thods]

hey sumaznguy,

if you like the rbk fit in the forefoot but the heel is too loose, try the bauer supreme comps in an EE (at the hockey shop). When the rbks came out i was all for them due to marketing, but after some research it was pretty much hype. and the fit was all wrong i the heel.

Myself I have a wider forefoot and a narrow heel, so traditional nike-bauer skates were a little narrow for my liking in the forefoot, but the heel lock was out of this world. i originally bought vapors (XVIs) as starter skates until i was comfortable again on my edges (i havent skated in a wihle). the vapors were narrow in the forefoot but i sucked it up and as i broke them in they became bearable. i tried on the one75 for fun since i didnt have cash (they were 500 :S), but i was absolutely amazed at how well they fit. the heel sunk in right from the start, and the boot wrapped around my foot right out of the box- without heating.

so since i had no cash i settled for the surpreme comps (which are like the one55 but with the one75 liner, outsole, and blade steel). its basically the same price as the 5ks (299ish) that you were looking at, as well as the one55s (also 299). after heating they felt like form fitting shoes, and were so comfy. after my first couple of drop in shifts they felt no different than the skates that took me months to get right. it was a significant upgrade in terms of structure and features, and this will probably be my last pair for a long time.

sorry for the long post, but all in all it sounds like you had the same problem as me with the rbk, and im just sharing my experience with going to an EE width nike bauer supreme skate. hope this helps!

m3thods

ps. there are 2 supreme comps - the newer one looks like nikebauer's one75. the old one looks like last models supreme 50. i have the newer one.

[mickz]

I'd go with the Nike Bauer skates if you're looking for a narrower heel like the poster above me has mentioned. You might opt for the Vapor line if the Supremes end up being TOO narrow for you. But again, you should just try on every skate that you can and see whichever one fits and feels the best.

[m3thods]

as i have both there is a substantial difference in heel width between the vapor and the supreme series. like mickz said above the vapors are wider in the heel. one of the major reasons that i switched over to the supreme was because after breaking in my vapors, the heel pocket stretched out, causing a loss in heel lock. also, you cannot bake the vapor XVIs (and I think the XXIIs as well) so you cant get a proper fit right away.

i didnt mention this but mickz hit it right on the head- keep doing what youre doing and try on more skates. there are too many skates in your price range to choose after just trying on a couple. youll be happier with yoru investment this way.

btw i fit really well in an easton boot as well, and imo have the best heel lock. but after hearing so many horror stories about durability i chose the nikebauers :thumbsup:

[6thGear.]

uh oh. are you sure about the bake on XXII's? cause i baked mine at the hockey shop and they didn't say anything about not being able to bake them

[Nvasion]

too lazy to google but how fars point roberts? from van

[the_rickster]

icewarehouse.com

even with shipping, it'll likely still be cheaper than local. i use the hockey shop in surrey though, when i feel like braving that terrible neighbrhood. rbk 9k pu gloves were $179 there, and $219 everywhere else.

$123 USD on the link i posted above, with shipping they came to less than hockey shops sticker price, but i needed them sooner than they could be shipped.


that being said, i have somerbk 8k 14" in great shape everywhere except the palm. selling for $20.

[SumAznGuy]

Thanks for the tips on the Bauer EE's, but unfortunately, I also have relatively flat feet and I can not get into any Bauers because of the high arch.
I did try on some Easton skates and they did feel pretty good on the right foot, but my left foot is slightly wider than the right. Too bad Sportchek didn't have it in a wider size as I tried a regular one.

I will take all this advice and go skate shopping this weekend.

[6thGear.]

too lazy to google but how fars point roberts? from van

like going to tsawwassen ferries. same distance. but instead of going straight for the ferries, you turn left and drive through tsawwassen. once through, you hit the pt roberts border

[mickz]

I bought my NBH Vapor XXII's from Cyclones and the guy there said they were bakeable so I went ahead and got them baked. Keep in mind baking only helps with the break-in, you can't fully break in skates just by baking.

As for buying skates from Sportchek I'd stay away unless you're really confident in what you're buying. Skates are the most important piece of equipment and I'd much rather get fitted by a guy who's actually played hockey for years and sells gear everyday for a living than some average sporting goods employee who's only watched it on TV or played on the street.

[Gumby]

Lots of great advice in this thread. I have flat feet, and my current pair of skates are Bauer skates from Sportchek. BIGGEST mistake ever cuz they're not comfortable at all. I thought I just had to break them in, but no improvement whatsoever!

Next time I won't cheap out, and get skates from a real hockey store.

[m3thods]

Lots of great advice in this thread. I have flat feet, and my current pair of skates are Bauer skates from Sportchek. BIGGEST mistake ever cuz they're not comfortable at all. I thought I just had to break them in, but no improvement whatsoever!

Next time I won't cheap out, and get skates from a real hockey store.

just a heads up, but i have flat (pronated) feet and the EE eased some of the pain from having the arch in the boot of my D vapors. actually, i even needed superfeet insoles to get some more of the support back because it felt too unsupportive with the wider boot.

as for the XXIIs, im mistaken- its only the XVIs that arent.

hope everythings going good with the boot fittings and hope you find the right fit :thumbsup:

[tough]

the last time i bought hockey gear online none of the shit fit me it was way bigger than the usual

[DA9ve]

I just got rbk 5k white pumps off hockey monkey... havent tried them out but would you guys recommend me having them baked?
also newb question... do you sharpen new skates?

[freesole]

Which places do you guys shop locally? Which shops carry a good variety of equipment at the cheapest prices?

[mickz]

+1 for Superfeet insoles. They come with a 60 day warranty so if they're not working out for you, you can return them and get a full refund.

As for baking skates, it's not a necessity. It helps with the time needed to break in the skates but there's nothing better than actually sweating in them to break them in. New skates are very dull right out of the box so you'll need to sharpen them.

I only go to Cyclones to get them done, Tobi's the only guy I get to service/repair my gear. I haven't been to other shops just because they're too far for me to get to. And stay away from Sportchek for sharpenings!

[m3thods]

ive gotten sharpens from cyclone and the hockey shop, and prefer cyclones. as for sport chek, i think it's already been beaten to death- just dont do it if you care about your life LOL :eek:

as for other equipment- i must say that i was very pro-cyclones before going to the hockey shop. all i could say when i walked inside was W O W. way more selection than my local cyclone and comparable pricing. they price match as well so its not a big deal. but the selection is omg. only store that ive been to that has more shaft and stick selection. mmmm one95 shaft 77 flex :D

its just too far though, but very accessible as its right under surrey central skytrain. just make sure to watch where you are and dont hang out near the station for too long :cry:

[SumAznGuy]

I endured the rushhour traffic and made the trek out to The Hockey Shop. First thing, WOW! I couldn't believe the amount of stock they had.
I ended buying a pair of skates, pants, and shin pads and the prices weren't too shabby. I'm sure I could have found them cheaper online but their service was worth it's weight in gold and plus I ended up getting some pro-return pants that were wayyyyy better in fit, comfort, and protection that any of the other crap that was being passed off as hockey pants.

Just an FYI, I ended getting a pair of CCM Vibe's in 7 1/2 E. After baking them and fitting them, they were so comfortable. The most comfortable pair of skates I have ever owned.

[Alphamale]

Hockey Shop > Cyclone for sharpening from my experience.

[m3thods]

I endured the rushhour traffic and made the trek out to The Hockey Shop. First thing, WOW! I couldn't believe the amount of stock they had.
I ended buying a pair of skates, pants, and shin pads and the prices weren't too shabby. I'm sure I could have found them cheaper online but their service was worth it's weight in gold and plus I ended up getting some pro-return pants that were wayyyyy better in fit, comfort, and protection that any of the other crap that was being passed off as hockey pants.

Just an FYI, I ended getting a pair of CCM Vibe's in 7 1/2 E. After baking them and fitting them, they were so comfortable. The most comfortable pair of skates I have ever owned.

That's great to hear! That's my exact experience with THS. For everything but sharpens, it will probably be my first destination.

[RayBot]

I endured the rushhour traffic and made the trek out to The Hockey Shop. First thing, WOW! I couldn't believe the amount of stock they had.
I ended buying a pair of skates, pants, and shin pads and the prices weren't too shabby. I'm sure I could have found them cheaper online but their service was worth it's weight in gold and plus I ended up getting some pro-return pants that were wayyyyy better in fit, comfort, and protection that any of the other crap that was being passed off as hockey pants.

Just an FYI, I ended getting a pair of CCM Vibe's in 7 1/2 E. After baking them and fitting them, they were so comfortable. The most comfortable pair of skates I have ever owned.

Good to hear...now you can see why i go all the way there for my stuff.

Unlike M3thods, getting sharpenings there is my first priority...just like all my other stuff. .

[SumAznGuy]

Good to hear...now you can see why i go all the way there for my stuff.

Unlike M3thods, getting sharpenings there is my first priority...just like all my other stuff. .

I don't know how the skate sharpening is, but the job they did on my skates feel pretty good. Will have to wait till sunday night before I play again.

The one thing I noticed is that THS has people that play hockey. When I got my foot measured, the guy knew right away not to waste time with me trying on any Bauer skates because of my low foot arch.

[6thGear.]

just picked up an OPS nikebauer one70 off hockeygiant for $60 shipped!:) can't wait!! only thing i don't like about THS is there sharpening, i was never a big fan of it. even their contouring wasn't that great. ice level redid my contouring and it was way better. i always preferred ice level for my sharpenings, but it really comes down to type of skater you are and what kind of sharpening suits you best

[strike66]

for all you east vancouver rs'ers theres a shop on nanaimo and broadway beside where the esso/7-11 was. It's a new store and the owner seems pretty nice. Decent sharpening job so you dont have to go all the way out to surrey or west van.

[RayBot]

I don't know how the skate sharpening is, but the job they did on my skates feel pretty good. Will have to wait till sunday night before I play again.

The one thing I noticed is that THS has people that play hockey. When I got my foot measured, the guy knew right away not to waste time with me trying on any Bauer skates because of my low foot arch.

By any chance do you play for Wilson's group in Richmond on sunday nights??

[SumAznGuy]

for all you east vancouver rs'ers theres a shop on nanaimo and broadway beside where the esso/7-11 was. It's a new store and the owner seems pretty nice. Decent sharpening job so you dont have to go all the way out to surrey or west van.

Mainland Athletics.
It is where the old IDA pharmacy was, right on the corner of 8th ave and Nanimo.
Owner use to play for Grandview, so he know's what he is talking about. Nice guy, went to high school with him.

[SumAznGuy]

By any chance do you play for Wilson's group in Richmond on sunday nights??

No, I play at BWC on sunday nights. I am also playing Div 5 in Ice604 for fun this year.

[RayBot]

No, I play at BWC on sunday nights. I am also playing Div 5 in Ice604 for fun this year.



Ahh...i think i have played that session twice. Is it Ken that runs it??? i forgot the name...

[SumAznGuy]

Ahh...i think i have played that session twice. Is it Ken that runs it??? i forgot the name...

Yeah, Ken Lo runs it. :thumbsup:

[SR604]

the amount u pay on shipping you may as well buy it at cyclone

[m3thods]

the amount u pay on shipping you may as well buy it at cyclone

This depends on how you ship. Most big online hockey companies offer free shipping within the continental US over a certain amount. This would also include Point Roberts, WA, which is a little road-trip past Tsawassen. Most often you'll pay the taxes of what you declare, which is WAY less than most UPS shipments.

[mickz]

If you ship to Point Roberts like the previous person mentioned you will save tons. I bought my Vapor XXII skates at Cyclones was $300+tax. A friend of mine was just starting out hockey and bought the same skates with a complete set of middle of the line gear and it ran him $500ish + duty and taxes. So for $200 more than what I paid for my skates I could've already bought another set of gear. There's no way you can buy everything except for skates locally for only $200, even if you buy all the entry level gear at Canadian Tire.

[mickz]

I was in the market for a some new elbow pads so I decided to drop by Mainland Sports on my way home from school. My first impression was the store was really small. Since it was such a small store they didn't really have much selection... I wanted to try on some elbow pads size small and he only had 3 models to choose from.

But the store owner was helpful and knowledgeable and it's a ma and pop shop essentially (his wife and kid were there too.) He also coaches minor hockey for the association I used to play in as a kid so I decided to buy some ONE90 elbows from him.

I know I could've gotten them for cheaper online but don't forget to support your LHS. I'm going to bring my skates in next time for a sharpening. I'll let you guys know how it goes.

[SumAznGuy]

I was in the market for a some new elbow pads so I decided to drop by Mainland Sports on my way home from school. My first impression was the store was really small. Since it was such a small store they didn't really have much selection... I wanted to try on some elbow pads size small and he only had 3 models to choose from.

I think I've said this before but I'll say it again.
The owner, use to play for that association, his yournger brother played as well. In fact, I think he might have played for their Junior team back in the mid 90's.

[AzNightmare]

So which store is a good place to buy online with fast shipping (1 week) and not located in BC, so I only have to pay 5% tax ?

I gotta buy a full gear and saving money now is top priority.

[mickz]

So which store is a good place to buy online with fast shipping (1 week) and not located in BC, so I only have to pay 5% tax ?

I gotta buy a full gear and saving money now is top priority.

You can buy from HockeyGiant.ca They ship out of Toronto so you can only pay the GST.

But if you're buying full gear I would assume you've never bought most of the equipment before and I would suggest going into your local shop to get fitted instead. The prices online for all Canadian stores are pretty similar so you're not really saving much (just the PST) if you were to buy out of province.

With the weak Canadian Dollar it's not really that worth it to buy from the States either. Buy local.

[Alphamale]

I was in the market for a some new elbow pads so I decided to drop by Mainland Sports on my way home from school. My first impression was the store was really small. Since it was such a small store they didn't really have much selection... I wanted to try on some elbow pads size small and he only had 3 models to choose from.

But the store owner was helpful and knowledgeable and it's a ma and pop shop essentially (his wife and kid were there too.) He also coaches minor hockey for the association I used to play in as a kid so I decided to buy some ONE90 elbows from him.

I know I could've gotten them for cheaper online but don't forget to support your LHS. I'm going to bring my skates in next time for a sharpening. I'll let you guys know how it goes.

Where's Midland Sports? I google mapped it but I can't find it.

[mickz]

Where's Midland Sports? I google mapped it but I can't find it.

My bad it's actually Mainland Athletics. It's one block North of Broadway + Nanaimo on your right hand side.

[SumAznGuy]

My bad it's actually Mainland Athletics. It's one block North of Broadway + Nanaimo on your right hand side.

It's on the corner of 8th ave and Nanimo, in the old IDA pharmacy.
It is opposite to Tracadaro's. :thumbsup:
Ask for Adam, he is the owner and knows his stuff.

[Grandmaster TSE]

i live like a block away

gotta go get some ice gear

[DA9ve]

^ get good skates!
dont cheap out $30-80 skates man...

[Grandmaster TSE]

^ get good skates!
dont cheap out $30-80 skates man...

i know i know
gotta get something that fits well and feels good

[Alphamale]

My bad it's actually Mainland Athletics. It's one block North of Broadway + Nanaimo on your right hand side.

It's on the corner of 8th ave and Nanimo, in the old IDA pharmacy.
It is opposite to Tracadaro's. :thumbsup:
Ask for Adam, he is the owner and knows his stuff.

I always drive by there but I've never noticed them. I'll see what they have, it's about time I get some new gloves and I certainly don't mind helping out a mom and pop store.

[Alphamale]

^So I dropped by there and got my skates sharpened. Pretty good job, super friendly. $5 bucks for sharpening, I didn't ask if they had cards available as I wasn't sure if I was going to continue to go back, but I probably will since I frequent the area. I'd recommend trying them out if you're close by and see how well they do other people's skates.

[SumAznGuy]

^So I dropped by there and got my skates sharpened. Pretty good job, super friendly. $5 bucks for sharpening, I didn't ask if they had cards available as I wasn't sure if I was going to continue to go back, but I probably will since I frequent the area. I'd recommend trying them out if you're close by and see how well they do other people's skates.

$40 tax-in all you can sharpen.

Tell him you are playing against Bang's team and he will do a good job for you. =P

[ewong]

anyone know where i could get an ice hockey girdle and which one would ppl recommend?

[Noir]

Tell him you are playing against Bang's team and he will do a good job for you. =P

:rofl:

[True.True]

$40 tax-in all you can sharpen.

Tell him you are playing against Bang's team and he will do a good job for you. =P

got my skates done there today and i am very impressed, and will continue to go there from now on, especially since its a 5 min drive from my house

[RayBot]

anyone know where i could get an ice hockey girdle and which one would ppl recommend?


There's a ringette section at Cyclone's....check that out.

[ewong]

there is? I've never seen it.....maybe I will

[ewong]

btw anyone bought anything online off cyclone taylor website?

the price for the vector 10 shoulder pads is $169.99 in stores and only $89.99 online plus $20 for shipping.

*nvm, they don't ship locally*

[macatacz]

the selection of girdles locally is pretty mediocre... best try an online site like hockeygiant

[Jun_Y]

you should also try out a source for sports shop on west broadway near alma ish i got my skates there looooong time ago before i bought my skates in japan. and i know what you mean by trouble finding skates.

i too have realy wide flat feet and a wide heel so i have to be picky with my skates. but i use to get bauer surpreme's 5000 in a 8EEE skate and then i went to Japan, and everything fit sooooo much easier. That store in the west side usually got the odd size skate if you still need to find a new pair.

[ewong]

So how much does it cost to rent a box out in point roberts? I'm planning on getting some new gear down there.

[SumAznGuy]

So how much does it cost to rent a box out in point roberts? I'm planning on getting some new gear down there.

Why rent a box when you can have the stuff shipped to TSB or The Letter Carrier?

TSB is open pretty late on work nights but not on saturday/sunday.
TLC is open on saturdays and I get all my stuff shipped there.

[ewong]

You can do that? hhmmmm

So for receiving address, just whatever the Letter Carrier is?

Do you need to call to let them know your shipping to them?

[SumAznGuy]

You can do that? hhmmmm

So for receiving address, just whatever the Letter Carrier is?

Do you need to call to let them know your shipping to them?

Nope. They are a Fedex/UPS hub.
I get all my race tires and car parts sent there.
They charge $3 usd for each box though.

[ewong]

I'm just curious how much I'll end up paying for duties when I come back. But then again I wanna order a girdle which isn't available locally

[SumAznGuy]

I'm just curious how much I'll end up paying for duties when I come back. But then again I wanna order a girdle which isn't available locally

Is it made in the US?
For sure, you will pay GST. Being a safety equipment, might be no PST.
Most of the time, they might not ask you to pay duty, but I guess if it was made in China or India, it might be 6-10%?

If the package is small, maybe ask them to send it to your house and you might not get taxed.

[RayBot]

Is it made in the US?

If the package is small, maybe ask them to send it to your house and you might not get taxed.


Thats a relief....Ewong's package is small.

[mickz]

Is it made in the US?
For sure, you will pay GST. Being a safety equipment, might be no PST.
Most of the time, they might not ask you to pay duty, but I guess if it was made in China or India, it might be 6-10%?

If the package is small, maybe ask them to send it to your house and you might not get taxed.

Hockey pants aren't considered safety equipment. I imported my Tacklas and they were deemed an article of clothing so I paid PST and GST on my declared value but no duty because my pants were made in Canada.

Also if ewong is buying from an online shop, most manufacturers don't allow their product to be shipped over the border to protect Canadian shops. Point Roberts is his best bet, not getting it shipped to his house.

[mako]

bought a Synergy ST off eBay for 70 bucks and i've been using it for the past 2 years

[ewong]

Thats a relief....Ewong's package is small.

Your an Ass! I hope to see you when we play against KBI

Hockey pants aren't considered safety equipment. I imported my Tacklas and they were deemed an article of clothing so I paid PST and GST on my declared value but no duty because my pants were made in Canada.

Also if ewong is buying from an online shop, most manufacturers don't allow their product to be shipped over the border to protect Canadian shops. Point Roberts is his best bet, not getting it shipped to his house.

Well I wasn't gonna get it shipped to my house anyways. But yeah I'm probably gonna get it shipped to Point Roberts.

Thanks for the info guys.

[SumAznGuy]

Hockey pants aren't considered safety equipment. I imported my Tacklas and they were deemed an article of clothing so I paid PST and GST on my declared value but no duty because my pants were made in Canada.

That's gay. I consider it safety equipment, just like a cup. :eek:
But then again, the CBSA is full of tards. :mad:

Thanks for the heads up.

[ewong]

btw, other than hockeymonkey, and hockey giant. Has anyone ever dealt with Inline Warehouse?

[Gumby]

btw, other than hockeymonkey, and hockey giant. Has anyone ever dealt with Inline Warehouse?
Yes, I bought wheels from them about a month or two ago. Didn't have any issues with them...

[ewong]

Yes, I bought wheels from them about a month or two ago. Didn't have any issues with them...

Where'd you get the stuff sent to? How much they charge you for shipping?

[canuckfan72]

Why dont you check out some of the source for sports stores. they know their stuff and would probably give you a deal if u buy alot of stuff.

[ewong]

Why dont you check out some of the source for sports stores. they know their stuff and would probably give you a deal if u buy alot of stuff.

I already got my hockey girdle. I bought it online and got it shipped to Blaine.

I ended up paying $5 for pick up in Blaine and paid no duties when I cross the border

[canuckfan72]

nice, may i ask where you ended up buying it from?

[ewong]

Inline warehouse.

I did it cuz i saved a few dollars vs hockeymonkey. Also they were quick to reply my questions and i got ended up getting free ground shipping to blaine. It took maybe 4 days for it to get to blaine, so it was a pretty good deal.

My friends seem to get things shipped to point roberts and they know you only go there for one reason. So they always get charged duties. I went to blaine to get my stuff and stopped off at jack in the box.

[canuckfan72]

wow, thats a great deal for you. the shipping and duty costs/ taxes always kill me when i order hockey and tennis stuff online

[yau1225]

Inline warehouse.

I did it cuz i saved a few dollars vs hockeymonkey. Also they were quick to reply my questions and i got ended up getting free ground shipping to blaine. It took maybe 4 days for it to get to blaine, so it was a pretty good deal.

My friends seem to get things shipped to point roberts and they know you only go there for one reason. So they always get charged duties. I went to blaine to get my stuff and stopped off at jack in the box.

What did you tell the customs at the boarder?
and where did you ship it to at Blaine? Which letter courier...?