Can you believe it’s August already? You know what that means? Well, not a whole lot really…except that we’re now simply one month closer to the end of summer. 🙁
So in an effort to counteract that – I’m going to give something away! And since I love the Forerunner 310XT – I decided I’ll give one of those away. Here’s my in depth review if you aren’t familiar with the little orange device.
Like the last two giveaways, there are no restrictions on where the goods go to – so no matter where in the world you are, I’ll send to you. I’m going about this like a random raffle drawing, except that you can get multiple ‘entries’. Here’s the usual skinny on how:
One Entry: Simply place a comment below on this page, that’s it! No lyrics to create, or poems to make. No stories to tell, or anything complex. Only comments on this page count (nope, comments from 2 years ago don’t count).
Two Entries: Three different ways to double up here. In addition to the comment below, just put a link on your blog (if you have one) to this contest page. Or the second option is adding your Twitter account as a follower of DCRAINMAKERBLOG and retweeting the contest announcement. By simply spreading the word, ya get an extra entry. (Note: If you’re already a follower, simply re-tweet and you get credit!). The final third option for non-Twitter/Blog peeps is to Share this on FaceBook instead. Surely you have FaceBook, right? There’s a handy button below the post for doing it automagically.
Three Entries: Triple-time baby! This is easy – just do all three of the above! Twitter (or FaceBook), Blog/Site, and Comment. Ya max out at three entries though…no quadruple dipping here!
See, that’s pretty painless, right?
Please let me know in your comment below how many entries you’ve qualified for if more than one, as it’s super-difficult for me to lineup a Twitter account named “AwesomeRunner28” to a blog named “RunnerGuy” to a comment listed from “RunningCowTippers!”, and I certainly want you to get all your entries. I don’t need to know your account names, just how many entries. Also, if ya have technical questions/thoughts/comments/diatribes/poems regarding the FR310XT specifically, use that post page for those writings.
The winner will get a brand new Garmin Forerunner 310XT (without HR strap).
The contest will run until Thursday August 12th, 2010 at 11:59PM Eastern Time when I’ll close the entry period. I’ll announce the winner the following day.
For those curious on how the giveaways work, here’s the deets. Thanks all!
(Note: If you’re active duty military and deployed and are unable to complete the three entry methods above, simply shoot me an e-mail and I’ll get ya counted for all three. Thanks!)
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Great Website! Entry 1
Howdy! This is Karen from Kansas, burrows3416 at yahoo
Posted on Facebook – Entry 2
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Following you on twitter! Entry 3!
Thanks – I love the blog, so much great info!
I’ve got 2 entries (this/facaebook)
Put me in three times. comment, facebook and blog.
Im in.
Only two (facebook and here). Damn twitter folks now have 50% better odds! 🙂
I want two bonus entries for not being a fair weather fan! 🙂 C’mon luck, let’s see some changes!!!!!!
Hope you find a new way to randomly select these. THANKS!
Ray – I have to replace the 305 for the Girlfriend that went through the washer and dryer.
Put me down for 3 – cheers,
Timmy P in Canada
YOu and I will be doing Races on Sunday basically as far as you can be on either side of Canada. hahahaha. Ill be on Vancouver Island for a 70. 3
I would love a Garmin to help with my quest to run more. Thanks for the giveaway.
Ray im in for 3 – have to replace the 305 for the Girlfriend that went inot the washing machine
timmyp@shaw.ca
Please sign me up for three.
You might have some trouble with the language on my site but the link is there…. Shared on facebook (link to facebook.com) aswell.
Thanks,
Jan van der Linden
Count me in for three. Comment, tweet, and FB. Awesome giveaways….never a dull moment on the DCRainmaker Blog.
Yeay! Garmins! Adding to Facebook too… so that’s 2 for me.
Fantastic giveaway, if only I tweeted. Facebook and comments, though! Thanks.
Hello!! count me in 🙂
+ FB
I almost bought the 310xt until I saw your giveaway. I guess I can wait until after to see if by some small miracle I win it.
I’m posting on Facebook for a second chance.
Three entries. Tweet from @ransick, will post a link on my weekly blog this Sunday blog.ransick.org
Me too!
Count me in! I’d love to get my hands on one of these. I tweeted as well.
Keep up the great reviews Ray. One Entry.
mrice@williamsmullen.com
Maggie R. Put me in for two for commenting and FB’ing…great blog, awesome giveaway. I would love to win this…need one badly.
Love to win. Will share this on my FB too!!
I added this to my blog as well, so I guess that gets me two entries! This is probably the best blog giveaway I’ve ever seen.
Three?
Comment (see below)
FB-
RT- @dwdillard
Awesome giveaway!
Great blog. Garmin would be a wonderful birthday present! (for me)
bobcarolday@yahoo.com
Nice blog.
Count me in for one.
Thanks for the very helpful reviews, and the contest of course 😉
One entry only — hope it’s a good one. Great (and generous!) contest!
I need a new Garmin so badly! Please pick me! : )
Great giveaway !! Great blog !!!
Great stuff as always Ray! I just linked you on my blog as well….
link to cdtriagain.blogspot.com
Posted it on facebook for 2 entries.
I love you blog – I can haz Garmin?
Sweet Blog. Also a DC resident!!
Love the reviews
Great blog! Put me in for two entries: comment and facebook. Thanks 🙂
Dude, your going to be cutting for ever on this give away. Count me in for one
Very impressive contest! I’ll have my fingers crossed. 🙂
Shared on the Book…thats two
well…I never win anything so my odds must be increasing? Great giveaway, Man!
Add my name into the hat once please. Thanks for a great blog!
2 entries please 🙂
FBook and Comment
Love your reviews – could totally use a new Garmin – had a scare with my 305 dying the other day! Linking on my FB page!
Katie K. from St. Paul here – put me down for 2 entries! I shared on FB. Worth a shot!
Love your blog and website. I check in 2-3 times per week for you updates. Reviews are awesome and used it when purchasing the Garmin 705. However been training for tri’s more than just cycling so carrying the 705 when running is getting old. The 310XT would be much more beneficial!!! 🙂
Also putting on FB…
Guess I am in for 3 (facebook/blog/comment)
Would love to win the Garmin!
Count me in for 3: Comment, Retweet (@mattdurf), and FB share.
BTW…love the blog…perfect blend of great info, inspiring dedication, and unadulterated geekiness (in a good way ;))
Oh this is fantastic!
I am a struggling power walker who does 1/2 marathons.
And I feel like dying most of the time with my arthritis & rheumatoid.
But I will still be out there trying to go for one more race..
And I will post this on my blog!!
This would be great!!!
Purchased two cycling devices in the past based on your in depth reviews…so thanks. In need of a good running watch, so free would only sweeten the deal.
Already linked the contest on Facebook. So Put me down for 2. Great blog. I enjoy reading it every day.
Wow. cool prize! 🙂
Love the blog, got hooked on your in depth reviews earlier this year. 2 entries
Get site found the reviews spot on!
really helped me to make a decision
Thanks!!!
Shawn
In for the double today (FB / post) Keep up the great reviews!
I have a friend who really wants one (we are training for our first 1/2) but she can’t afford to purchase on her own! She would freak out if I won this and then gave it to her!!!
Wow! 350+ posts already! Looks like this is going to be a huge blog promotion for you Ray. Count me in for all three as well.
Great Blog Ray!
Count me in for two entries.
Comment and Twitter.
Love the blog!
I did all three!!!
count me in
Thanks for your great reviews. Contains exactly what I want – not just copy and paste from the product’s site – don’t you hate that!
I have the Garmin 305 but would love to upgrade to the 310 for multisport events and training. I’ll be linking this to my facebook page as well so my tri team can enter too.
Oh my gosh, I NEEEEED a Garmin SO bad. Put me down for 3 🙂 Facebook, blog, and comment.
Linked up on the running blog!
Can I just please win? Please?
chlooeee@gmail.com
Following you on Twitter for the 2nd entry.
comment, facebook, twitter! thanks!
In for 2: commented here and linked it in the sidebar of my blog.
Thanks!
Found your blog while googling reviews on this exact Garmin!
What an awesome giveaway!
I want one! Please random picker pick me!
And I’m re-posting on twitter, Lnw80050
Awesome contest. Also going to link on facebook for two!
Awesome contest. Also going to link on facebook for two!
I was looking to buy one of these so I hope I can save the money for new shoes instead. Thanks for all you do!
Count 2
I’ll facebook too!
Alex
Sounds fun. Hope this works!
Yes! Garmin just died this weekend on a 140km run! One entry please and thank you!
wahooo!
Nice contest – facebooking and blogging!
Oh! My 5yr old Suunto is TOAST. I’d LOVE a Garmin. Enter me 3x please!
Pick me, pick me! I don’t have a blog…though…so I only get one comment chance. I am training for IM KY 10…with Michele Emerson…and so could use the XT for the event. IT is by far the best piece of equipment ever!! And…this is my first IM…!!!
Jill
Great blog, I enjoy your reading your page almost every day!
Keep up the great work
yahoo!! Great prize!
im in for 3..
Las Vegas!!
rockon’
linked to facebook – check
re-tweeted on twitter – check
comment posted – check
count me in for 3!
I’ll take one entry – Eric, Naples, Florida.
I would love to win this for my husband!
ashleysthirtyone@yahoo.com
Count me in for one comment with this comment.
(You should be able to reach me via the google account I’m logged in with but if not i’m at halffastvanilla at gmail dot com.
Facebook and blog comment. Brilliant giveaway, and awesome that you will send anywhere in the world (severely deprived of access to Garmin products here in Amsterdam!) Woohoo!! I have my fingers and Injinji socked toes all crossed for this one. Thanks DC RAINMAKER!
pick me;)
Following you on Twitter and retweeted! Thanks!
ashleysthirtyone@yahoo.com
Comment here
Put me down for 3 please!
BTW I have been a long time stalker and blogged about you a while ago when you posted some of my ‘secrets’ about the 305 and swimming. You had a great post and I wanted to share it with others.
Awesome job!
Ray – best give away yet! I’m good for one entry…
Great site!
twentysomethingblg.blogspot.com
I RT on twitter that too.
3 entries for me!
how can i resist a chance for free stuff.
Ironmanmatt