Cheapskates
🍁 Dragons' Den Canada · Season 2, Episode 4 · 2007

Cheapskates

Gilbert Ostler from Oshawa, ON pitches his line of designer ice skates

Founder: Gilbert Ostler Category: Sports
Asked 250K for 30%

🛒 Where to Buy

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About Cheapskates

Give 'Em Enough Rope is the second studio album by the English punk rock band the Clash, released on 10 November 1978 through CBS Records. It was their first album released in the United States, preceding the US version of the self-titled studio album. The album was well received by critics and fans, peaking at number two in the United Kingdom Albums Chart, and number 128 in the Billboard 200. The album is tied with Combat Rock (1982) for being the highest-charting album for the Clash in their native United Kingdom. The album marked the first album appearance of drummer Topper Headon, who joined the band shortly after the recording of their first studio album.

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The Story

Gilbert Ostler from Oshawa, ON pitches his line of designer ice skates.

The Pitch on Dragons' Den Canada

Cheapskates appeared on Dragons' Den Canada (Season 2, Episode 4) in 2007. Gilbert Ostler pitched the product to the Dragons. Asked 250K for 30%.

Where they are now: Outcome not recorded on CBC archive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cheapskates still in business?
Outcome not recorded on CBC archive.
Who founded Cheapskates?
Cheapskates was founded by Gilbert Ostler.
Did Cheapskates get a deal on Dragons' Den Canada?
Yes — Asked 250K for 30%.
Where can I buy Cheapskates?
Cheapskates is available on Amazon and eBay. We compare current prices across both at our /results page — link below.

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