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Go Outdoors builds loyalty via iPhone app

March 9, 2012

British outdoor goods retailer Go Outdoors is mobilizing its loyalty program to drive consumers in-store via an iPhone app.


Sport Chalet simplifies credit card applications via U.S. Bank iPad app

March 7, 2012

Specialty sporting goods retailer Sport Chalet is piloting a new mobile application for the iPad that gives shoppers a way to apply for instant in-store credit.

Bass Pro Shops equips sales associates with iPod touches to reduce wait times

February 14, 2012

Bass Pro Shops is piloting the use of iPod touches in stores to reduce the amount of time customers spend waiting in line to make a purchase.

EMS deploys iPads in stores to guide customer experience

January 17, 2012

Outdoor apparel and gear retailer Eastern Mountain Sports is rolling out iPads in its stores that leverage its existing point-of-sale, ecommerce and store systems.

REI rewards consumers with augmented reality scavenger hunt

December 6, 2011

Outdoor apparel and accessories retailer REI is using an augmented reality application to let consumers win prizes and drive in-store traffic to its new New York location.

Moosejaw implements mobile point-of-sale service at Midwest stores

December 5, 2011

Outdoor specialty retailer Moosejaw is integrating mobile into its point-of-sale systems in time for the holiday season.

New Golf Galaxy mcommerce site makes it easy to buy golf clubs

October 13, 2011

Golf Galaxy has launched a mobile commerce site to make it easy for mobile users to shop and buy golf-related items such as clubs.

Adidas drives shoe sales via mobile video

October 4, 2011

Sportswear brand adidas is targeting high school athletes with a mobile video campaign that aims to sell the new adiZero Rose 2 line of shoes.

Cabela’s expands mobile strategy with mobile gift cards

September 30, 2011

Outdoor goods retailer Cabela’s is cementing its mobile strategy by partnering with digital gift card service Swagg.

Allstate punts fans into games via mobile sweepstakes

September 6, 2011

Allstate Insurance Co. is giving college football fans a chance to win a new car and trip to the BCS National Championship game via a text-to-win sweepstakes.