Standard (3-5 business days)
Expedited (1-3 business days)
Overnight (Next business day)
Understanding the Ship Sticks Cost Calculator
The Ship Sticks Cost Calculator is designed to provide an estimated cost for shipping sporting equipment, such as golf clubs, skis, and snowboards, using the Ship Sticks service. This calculator factors in key variables that influence the final price to give you a transparent overview of potential shipping expenses.
How the Calculation Works
The cost of shipping with Ship Sticks is influenced by several primary factors, each contributing to the overall price:
Item Weight: Heavier items naturally incur higher shipping costs due to increased fuel consumption and handling requirements. The calculator uses weight in pounds (lbs).
Shipping Distance: The geographical distance between the pickup and delivery locations is a significant cost driver. Longer distances require more time, fuel, and logistical coordination, leading to higher prices. The calculator uses distance in miles.
Service Level: Ship Sticks offers different service levels to accommodate varying needs for delivery speed.
Standard: This is the most economical option, typically taking 3-5 business days for delivery.
Expedited: A faster option, usually delivering within 1-3 business days.
Overnight: The quickest service, guaranteeing delivery on the next business day, and consequently, the most expensive.
Declared Value for Insurance: Ship Sticks provides insurance coverage for your items during transit. The cost of this insurance is based on the declared value of your equipment. A higher declared value means a higher insurance premium. The calculator uses a declared value in USD ($).
Example Scenario
Let's consider an example to illustrate how the calculator works:
Item Weight: A set of golf clubs weighing 15 lbs.
Shipping Distance: Shipping from New York to Florida, approximately 1,000 miles.
Service Level: Choosing the Expedited service for faster delivery.
Declared Value: Declaring the golf clubs at $1,500 for insurance purposes.
Based on these inputs, the calculator will estimate the total cost, taking into account the base shipping rate (influenced by weight and distance), the premium for expedited service, and the insurance cost based on the declared value.
Disclaimer
Please note that this calculator provides an *estimated* cost. Actual shipping prices may vary due to factors not included in this simplified model, such as specific carrier surcharges, dimensional weight considerations, peak season pricing, or promotional offers. For the most accurate and up-to-date pricing, it is always recommended to visit the official Ship Sticks website or contact their customer service directly.
function calculateShipSticksCost() {
var itemWeight = parseFloat(document.getElementById("itemWeight").value);
var shippingDistance = parseFloat(document.getElementById("shippingDistance").value);
var serviceLevel = document.getElementById("serviceLevel").value;
var declaredValue = parseFloat(document.getElementById("declaredValue").value);
var baseRatePerPound = 0.50; // Estimated base rate per pound
var distanceMultiplier = 0.01; // Estimated cost per mile
var serviceLevelSurcharge = {
standard: 10,
expedited: 30,
overnight: 75
};
var insuranceRate = 0.005; // Estimated insurance rate per dollar declared value
var resultElement = document.getElementById("result");
resultElement.style.backgroundColor = "var(–primary-blue)"; // Default color
if (isNaN(itemWeight) || isNaN(shippingDistance) || isNaN(declaredValue) || itemWeight < 0 || shippingDistance < 0 || declaredValue < 0) {
resultElement.innerHTML = "Please enter valid positive numbers for all fields.";
return;
}
var weightCost = itemWeight * baseRatePerPound;
var distanceCost = shippingDistance * distanceMultiplier;
var baseShippingCost = weightCost + distanceCost;
var serviceSurcharge = serviceLevelSurcharge[serviceLevel] || 0;
var insuranceCost = declaredValue * insuranceRate;
var totalCost = baseShippingCost + serviceSurcharge + insuranceCost;
// Ensure totalCost is not negative (e.g., if all inputs are 0)
if (totalCost < 0) {
totalCost = 0;
}
resultElement.innerHTML = "Estimated Cost: $" + totalCost.toFixed(2);
resultElement.style.backgroundColor = "var(–success-green)"; // Success color
}