Question 1

What is the history behind NorthLine Sports?

Accepted Answer

NorthLine Sports was created in 2021 from the merger of two established Toronto retailers: Boardsports (founded 1972) and Sport Swap (founded 1974), now operating together under one roof at 109 Vanderhoof Avenue. The shop is owned and operated by Steve Martin, who began with the original Boardsports operation in 1995 and has grown it into a multi-sport destination.

Question 2

What sports and gear does NorthLine Sports specialize in?

Accepted Answer

Beyond bikes, NorthLine carries equipment for ski, snowboard, wakeboard, waterski, windsurf, kiteboard, wingfoil, surf, and skate. The shop is particularly known for its Sport Swap heritage serving families with new and used junior equipment through its Halfback program.

Question 3

Does NorthLine offer free shipping?

Accepted Answer

NorthLine offers free Canada Post Expedited Shipping on orders over $200 within Canada, excluding territories (NL, NT, NU, YT). Free shipping does not apply to XL oversized items such as bikes, windsurf boards, SUP boards, and surf boards, which require alternative courier arrangements.

Question 4

How does NorthLine handle shipping for oversized items like bikes?

Accepted Answer

Bikes and other oversized items over two metres in length are shipped via Canpar Ground or specialty motor freight services. NorthLine works to find the lowest available shipping rate and will pass on any savings if their rate is lower than the initial quote provided at checkout.

Question 5

What is the physical store like?

Accepted Answer

NorthLine operates a 9,000 square-foot showroom at 109 Vanderhoof Avenue in Toronto's Leaside neighbourhood, featuring a large inventory across multiple sports categories, expert staff, and ample free parking for in-person shopping.

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