Tariffs Threaten Hockey Gear Prices

Proposed US Tariffs on Canadian Imports Threaten to Raise Hockey Gear Prices

The latest round of 50% tariffs by President Donald Trump's administration against Canada could increase prices of hockey gear. The tariffs threaten to further increase the already high prices of equipment, which is increasingly expensive for everything from gear and ice time to travel and coaching. Hockey sticks and skates are among the more than 550 goods named in the tariffs. Custom equipment is also manufactured in Canada and imported into the U.S. According to B&R Sports Director of E-commerce John Merola, an average stick is now $200, with high-end versions ranging up to $400. The Sports & Fitness Industry Association’s manufacturers sales report stated that the amount spent on hockey equipment increased 45.4% from 2020-25, up to up to €332.9 million from $228.9m.

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