Scheels currently has several deals running simultaneously, with free shipping on orders over $250 as the headline offer, plus targeted discounts across different product categories and a sitewide promotion on Scheels Deals items. The best choice depends on what you're buying and how much you're spending.
Smaller purchases under $250: If you're picking up a single item or two, focus on the category specific discounts. Look for Up to 25% Off Men's, Women's, Girls' or Boys' Apparel depending on what you need, or check whether your items are part of the Up to 50% Off Scheels Deals range. These percentage deals will save you more than paying for shipping on a modest order.
Orders hitting $250 or more: Once your basket crosses $250, the Free Shipping On Orders Over $250 deal becomes relevant and you'll want to compare it against the category discounts. If you're buying apparel, calculate whether the Up to 25% discount on Men's, Women's, Girls' or Boys' Apparel saves you more than the shipping you'd avoid. For example, a $300 apparel order with 25% off saves you $75, which almost certainly beats standard shipping costs. However, if you're buying from the Scheels Deals section, the Up to 50% Off discount could easily outweigh the free shipping benefit on the same basket size.
Mixed baskets across categories: When you're combining items from different sections (say, apparel and regular Scheels stock), add up the apparel subtotal and see if the 25% discount on that portion is larger than your shipping cost would be. Apply the Scheels Deals discount to eligible items separately. Then check whether hitting $250 total qualifies you for free shipping instead.
General rule: Only one offer applies at checkout, so you'll need to compare the total savings each option delivers on your specific basket. Add your items, see what discounts are available, and take whichever gives you the biggest final saving.