# Dicks Sporting Goods
Our DSG module is designed for fast, reliable retail checkouts across scheduled launches and random restocks. With multiple task modes, strong monitoring options and support for both ISPs and residential proxies, it excels on high demand products that frequently restock without warning. *** ### Preliminary Checklist Before setting up tasks on DSG, make sure you have everything below prepared: * **Profiles** > Create and save your checkout [profiles](https://guides.stellaraio.com/stellar/navigating-stellaraio/what-is-the-profiles-tab/how-do-i-add-a-profile) under the **Profiles tab** in Stellar. These contain your billing, shipping and payment info. > > **Important:** DSG does **not** support 3DS cards, use a payment method that does not require 3D Secure. * **Proxies** > - High-quality **ISP** or **Residential** proxies are required. > - Low-quality or flagged proxies will cause **Akamai-related errors.** > - For reliable performance, consider using **Stella Proxies ISPs or Residentials.** > * If you're looking for proxies, check out [Stella Proxies](https://guides.stellaraio.com/stellar/getting-started-with-stellaraio/stella-proxies) for high quality ISP and Residential proxies. * **Cook Group Access** > Optional but recommended. Your [cook group](https://guides.stellaraio.com/stellar/getting-started-with-stellaraio/cook-groups) can help you find product URLs, SKUs and early restock alerts. * **Test Task** > Before big drops and restocks, run a **test task** on a random in stock product to confirm your profiles, proxies and delays are functioning correctly. *** ### Supported Modes ### Monitor mode

Used only for monitoring.
This task will detect restocks and ping your Watch Tasks (Normal or Launch Mode) when the product becomes available.

### Normal mode

Standard checkout flow for general restocks and everyday releases.

### Launch mode

Used for scheduled releases or timed drops, typically announced in advance. Best for products that go live at a specific time.

*** ### When to Use Each Mode * **Monitor Mode** → Detects restocks and pings your checkout tasks * **Normal Mode** → Use for regular restocks or non-scheduled items * **Launch Mode** → Use for **scheduled drops** (e.g., 10 AM releases) *** ### Profile Selection Select a profile from the **Profiles tab**. That information will be used at checkout. **Note:** DSG does **not** support 3DS cards.\ Use a card that **does not require 3D Secure authentication**. *** ### Proxy Setup DSG is extremely strict with bot protection, so proxy quality is crucial. Use: * **It is currently recommended you use Residential proxies on DSG as this is what is currently working best for this site.** * **High-quality ISPs** (best performance) * **Residential proxies** (work well too) * If you're looking for proxies, check out [Stella Proxies](https://help.stellaraio.com/stellar/getting-started-with-stellaraio/stella-proxies) for high quality ISP and Residential proxies Avoid: * Public, cheap, or low-quality proxies * These will trigger **Akamai errors** and cause your tasks to fail *** ### Product URL The **Product URL** identifies the exact item you're attempting to run. Example:\ `https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/-/24PAAUNBLG2324SLCXFLA` Paste the full URL into your task. You should be receiving product URLs from your [cookgroup](/stellar/getting-started-with-stellaraio/cook-groups.md). *** ### Monitor Types You can choose between three monitor types: * **Normal (Default):** Standard monitoring endpoint * **API:** Alternative monitoring endpoint * **API2:** Alternative monitoring endpoint For best performance:\ Create **three monitor tasks per product. O**ne using **Normal**, one using **API** and one using **API2** *** ### Color Selector Optional field.\ If the product has multiple colors, type the color name you want (e.g., “White”). If blank, a **random color** will be selected. *** ### Size Selector * Choose a size from the dropdown, or * Select **Random** for “One Size” products *** ### Delay Recommendations | Task Type | Delay Range | Notes | | ---------------- | ------------ | ----------------------------------------------- | | Monitoring Tasks | 4000–7000 ms | Adjust based on proxy quality and site activity | | Reset Delay | ≤ 5000 ms |

Controls retry frequency


| | Checkout Tasks | ≤ 2000 ms | Faster delay for better speed at checkout | Tip: Always run at least **one Monitor Task per product** to catch restocks quickly. *** ### Quantity (QTY) Check with your cookgroup for QTY recommendations.\ DSG often has strict limits. **Stellar will NOT automatically correct QTY** if you enter a number higher than site limits. *** ### **Watch Task (Recommended)** **Enabling Watch Task:** * Your checkout task waits for a **Monitor Mode** task to detect the restock * Reduces proxy bans and errors * Improves overall performance **If unchecked:** * Your checkout task will monitor on its own * Higher proxy consumption * Higher chance of bans or instability *** ### Cashback Options #### **Use Rakuten** Check this box to earn cashback.\ Follow the [Rakuten setup guide](/stellar/navigating-stellaraio/what-is-the-settings-tab/how-do-i-set-up-rakuten-cashback.md). #### **Use TopCashBack** Check this box to earn cashback.\ Follow the [TCB setup guide](/stellar/navigating-stellaraio/what-is-the-settings-tab/how-do-i-set-up-topcashback.md). *** ### Error Messages & Fixes
* **Akamai Error / Access Denied** * *Potential fix:* Switch to higher-quality proxies (ISP proxies preferred) * **Product Not Found** * *Potential fix:* Verify the product URL or size availability * **Cart Error** * *Potential fix:* Reduce quantity (QTY) or use random size/color * **Monitoring Loop / No Pings** * *Potential fix:* Ensure a Monitor Mode task is running for the same URL * **Payment Declined** * *Potential fix:* * Use a non-3DS card * Confirm billing information is accurate --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://guides.stellaraio.com/stellar/retailers/dicks-sporting-goods.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.