How is banana fingers so cheap?

La sportiva tc pros are $200-220 for us in US. That now equates to 200-220 euros. They are 174 euros on La sportivas global site and 134 euros on banana fingers? Don’t say “ iTs BeCaUsE of sHiPpiNg” 

Are companies charging Americans more? 

I don’t understand why it comes out cheaper but they don’t charge americans VAT when ordering from euro site

Ropes and Shoes are cheaper in Europe, that simple.

You have cheaper hardwear though so enjoy that. 

Edit: you also in general earn more than people in Europe, especially relative to current usd-eur-gbp prices. 

I'm guessin American retailers sign a contract with La Sportiva NA that outlines minimum advertised price policies. They usually allowed a few sale events a year within the contract. Retailers can sell for whatever price they would like in their store, but can't have any advertised price lower than the contract stipulates.

America has a MAP policy to enforce. E.U does not have a MAP policy. Remember if you buy from these sites warranty can be difficult to claim and you're not supporting American companies. 

Stupid Does wrote:

America has a MAP policy to enforce. E.U does not have a MAP policy. Remember if you buy from these sites warranty can be difficult to claim and you're not supporting American companies. 

Not only does EU not have a MAP policy, it's effectively illegal there.