From grilling aficionados to first-time BBQers, people love getting their hands on the right tools, accessories, and ingredients in person. In fact, 70% of grillers say they prefer to buy items like charcoal, wood chips, and grilling tools at a physical retail location where they can browse, compare, and get advice on what to buy. That’s especially true during peak cookout season, when timing and availability are everything.

Rumpl—the brand that reinvented the blanket with performance materials and sustainable design—is now helping customers find their products at local retailers with the help of Locally’s Shopping Experience tools. Starting today, Rumpl’s website is equipped with Locally’s Store Locator and Product Locator.

Pedego® Electric Bikes has always believed that the best way to experience an e-bike is to ride one. That philosophy—paired with an expansive network of locally owned Pedego-branded stores—makes their new partnership with Locally a perfect fit.

Yonex, the global leader in racquet sports equipment, has officially launched Locally’s Store Locator and Product Locator on its website—giving shoppers an easy way to find Yonex gear in stock at nearby retail stores and complete their purchase with local pickup or same-day fulfillment.

When a brand increases its presence in one channel like DTC, it doesn't necessarily mean overall revenue will grow proportionally. In fact, beyond a certain point, growth in one channel actively cannibalizes revenue from another. This creates the "Omnichannel Paradox" – the counterintuitive reality that maximizing a seemingly more profitable channel can decrease total revenue.

When shoppers see, touch, and experience products in their local community, it creates trust and drives immediate purchasing decisions. Local retail acts as a vital connection point between the digital and physical worlds, effectively converting online browsing into offline buying. Moreover, local presence fosters stronger brand recall, enhances credibility, and supports community-driven consumer loyalty, laying a solid foundation for long-term growth.

Through a new integration with Locally, Saxx is bringing real-time inventory visibility to their website, allowing customers to quickly locate and purchase products at retailers near them. Whether you’re looking for the latest DropTemp™ cooling briefs or need to stock up on your everyday essentials, Saxx is making the shopping experience seamless—online and in-store.

Scott Sports USA has launched a click-and-collect sales channel integrated with Locally, enabling customers to browse and purchase Scott bikes online and pick them up at their chosen local bike retailer. Rob Aguero, Scott Sports’ USA sales director, emphasized the crucial role of local bike dealers in the cycling community and the importance of supporting them through this initiative.

Locally’s Retail Campaign Studio connects online shoppers to nearby in-stock products through geo-targeted, trackable ads. This tool boosts conversions by directing consumers to local retailers for in-store pickup, delivery, or shipping, strengthening brand-retailer relationships and driving local sales.

Why are brands that are doubling down on direct sales losing across all channels to brands that are doubling down on wholesale and local retail? The answer has to do with how shoppers become familiar with and gain affinity toward brands. In this post we explore the multi-channel funnels of online-to-offline and offline-to-online.

Woodland, WA – G. Loomis, a prominent name in the fishing tackle industry, is pleased to announce the launch of a new direct-to-consumer (D2C) channel for its distinguished range of fly fishing rods. This initiative aims to enhance the shopping experience for fly anglers while creating new opportunities for product research and sales. By adopting this approach, G. Loomis is dedicated to continuously developing closer customer connections. 

Seamless shopping journeys aren’t optional – brands and retailers must collaborate to merge online convenience with in-store connection, meeting the evolving expectations of modern consumers.

The 2024 Bicycle Consumer Report provides valuable insights that align closely with Locally’s services, particularly in bridging the gap between online product research and in-store purchases.

Scott Sports, a leader in innovation for outdoor sports equipment, is bridging the gap between online research and in-store shopping by partnering with Locally. With a commitment to supporting local retailers and enhancing the customer experience, Scott Sports is now leveraging Locally’s Store Locator and Product Locator tools to guide shoppers from digital discovery to nearby purchases.

YETI, renowned for premium outdoor products, has forged a decade-long partnership with Locally to enhance its local shopping experience and support its dealer network. Initially focused on wholesale expansion, YETI adopted Locally’s tools, including Store and Product Locators, to bridge the gap between online and offline retail, ensuring customers can easily find their products nearby.

Locally is thrilled to announce its partnership with the European Outdoor Group (EOG), a trade association dedicated to supporting the outdoor industry in Europe. This collaboration marks a significant step in Locally’s mission to connect shoppers with nearby retailers and drive more foot traffic to local stores. By joining EOG, Locally aims to better support European brands and retailers through tailored tools and strategies that encourage shoppers to choose click-and-collect solutions.

Trek Case Study is Now Available

Trek Bicycle, a global leader in the cycling industry, has partnered with Locally to facilitate its vision of the ultimate, seamless, omnichannel shopping experience; Trek Consumer Choice.

This collaboration integrates Trek’s online presence with its extensive network of local retailers, ensuring customers can easily find and purchase Trek products both online and in-store.

Online AND Offline, Direct AND Independent, Digital AND Physical all at once.

For avid skiers and snowboarders, there’s nothing worse than needing gear mid-trip and not knowing where to find it. Whether it’s upgrading to a warmer jacket or replacing a forgotten pair of gloves, 686.com has taken this challenge head-on by leaning into local shopping. Through Locally’s Product Locator, 686 is connecting travelers and skiers with nearby retailers that stock their sought-after products—making mountain-side shopping a breeze.

In the ever-evolving outdoor gear market, Klymit has carved a name for itself by blending innovation with user-focused design. As part of the Gathr Outdoors family, Klymit is championing a new era of consumer engagement—one that marries the convenience of online shopping with the support of local retailers. Their partnership with Locally is at the heart of this strategy, showcasing how cutting-edge tools like the Locally Store Locator and Product Locator are reshaping the shopping experience.

Since its founding, Vibe Kayaks has been all about creating high-quality kayaks and outdoor gear that empower enthusiasts to connect with nature.

To further that mission, Vibe has partnered with Locally to implement advanced Store Locator and Product Locator tools on their website, ensuring their customers can find and purchase Vibe products from local retailers with ease.