Over the last week or so I’ve been testing out the Forerunner 210 GPS running watch, which is brand spankin’ new and just released in time for the Holidays. I’ve been so happy with it to date, that I’ve decided to give one away. And while I don’t have a full In Depth Review put together quite yet, I’m happy to say this watch is just about what the majority of runners out there want.
And since I love the watch, and I love you guys…you get a free watch. 🙂
Like all giveaways to date, there are no restrictions on where the goods go to – so no matter where in the world you are, I’ll send to you (heck, with all my travel as of late, I might just simply drop it at your front door myself!). 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 on a post about pasta 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 Forerunner 210 specifically, use that post page for those writings.
The winner will get a brand new Forerunner 210 (including HR strap).
The contest will run until Thursday November 18th, 2010 at 11:59PM Eastern Time when I’ll close the entry period. Baring any major travel snafu’s, I’ll announce the winner the following day.
For those curious on how the giveaways work (like the part about how these are funded by me…), here’s the full deets. Thanks all!
(Note: If you’re active duty US Military and deployed – simply shoot me an e-mail and I’ll get ya counted for all three. Just like that…magic. Thanks!)
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If I were to be given this awesome watch, I would give it to my most favorite running partner in the world!
Thanks for all the great information. I also posed on facebook. link to facebook.com please put me down for two. Thanks
Just started running a few weeks ago. A “watch” like this would really help.
Gimme the watch!
I’ll go for 2. A comment here and a retweet on Twitter (@BBosman)
That watch looks sweet! And then maybe my husband and I wouldn’t have to share the 310 we currently have. 🙂
keep up the good work
doron from tel aviv
Great contest Ray!! I’ve got ya on Twitter (@tophercochran) and blog as well. Hope I win! 🙂
Put me down for 3. Comment, tweet and fb. Thanks!
Great reviews! They are insightful and filled with practical information.
Another great giveaway!
Two entries for me please..comment and blog link!
yes, please!
Love your blog!
I’d love to win this. Thanks Veganrunningdad for sharing via Twitter.
One little comment — hope it’s the winning one!
Pick me!!!
looking forward to your review. Thanks!
I’m in. @alyssatard
WOOHOO Comment!
Thanks for a great blog…I look forward to reading each update!
2 entries please (comment and twitter)
Please add my name to the drawing – thanks!
– Bryan
hello, two entries for me (comment and facebook). Thanks for all the good, fun blog work.
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Fingers Crossed!!!
I want to make sport … count me PLEAAAAASE ….
courdi95@gmail.com
Shared on Facebook and retweeted! Would love to give the watch to my wife! 🙂
Count me in for Two, Comment & Facebook.
Sign me up for a single entry. Thanks.
Thanks for an awesome blog. My boyfriend and I get tons of information off it!
In fact, I do not want, BUT I HAVE TO to make sport !
count me PLEEAAASE ….
courdi95@gmail.com
Crossing fingers – EV of Naples
awesome!
Please put my name in the hat. Thanks.
I want it. I want it. That’s it. Nothing fancy here. No begging or offering up of bribes or favors. Did I mention I’m injured?
This would make a great gift for a friend of mine.
Sign me up for this giveaway. I need a GPS so bad! I mean like really bad! Mine was stolen over a year ago and I still haven’t been able to afford to replace it. 🙁
If you are happy with the Forerunner 210 I’m sure it is because it is worthy, I bought my Forerunner 310XT based on your great review! applied for 2 entries(twitter & fb, this comment, same usr)
Awesome job on the blog! I’d love to win this!
Put me down for 3!
Twitter-sixandinlove
FB-facebook.com/rachelle.avery
What a great way to get runners connected and reading your blog. Keep up the great work!
Cool! I’m in for blog and Facebook!
I wonder if the 210 is better than the 305. Who knows, I might find out?
I get lost a lot…this watch would do wonders for me!! Pick me!! Pick me!!
W00T! Count me in!
I would love to have this. I have never owned a Garmin and have wanted one for awhile. Not really in my budget and Joe/bf thinks they don’t work well so wouldn’t buy for me as a xmas or bday gift:(
I’m really enjoying your blog. Thanks for the giveaway!
Ray Maker is my HERO!
Comment & RT-tweeted (@albertpwu) so 2x for me thanks!
Woo-Hoo! Better than a Lotto scratch-off! I’m in…
3 Here!
Nice review, garmin should have a give a way.
But love the idea
Two entries please, comment and facebook. Thanks!
Cool beans! I can use this opportunity to practice my newbie blogging skills:
link to triwithfaith.blogspot.com
Many thanks, Sir!
In for 3.
Just in time for the Holidays!
Thanks!
count me in for two! keep up the awesome work.
I love the looks of this watch and the thought of having one myself puts a smile on my face. Thanks for sharing.
Put me down for two, comment and retweet.
Ray, you never fail to deliver the goods.
Now off to twitter.
Put me down for 2, will also post on my FB where I found this info!
Thanx
Love it love it love it! Two entries for me please. 🙂
I want in too 🙂
MMmmmmnew tech. Commented and Retweeted @etchagretchen
Getting more and more addicted to your site, your reviews etc. Would love to own that watch. Pick me, pick me, pick me!
Getting more and more addicted to your site, your reviews etc. Would love to own that watch. Pick me, pick me, pick me!
one for me please.
Ray,
Count me in for 2 entries: comment and twitter RT (@stephen_jeffrey)
Thanks!
Stephen
Sweet giveaway and I retweeted on twitter! @kattehcat
I just stumbled across your blog post comparing different watches to use when running…and then noticed you are having a giveaway. I would love to pick up a free watch!
Love your blog. Thanks for all the reviews!
I gonna win it.
Great reviews. Great giveaway! Perhaps I’ll be the lucky pick!
I love pasta, but I love GPS data more. I’m in for three entries…
1. Twitter @jeffreyweir
2. Facebook share
3. Commenting on the blog.
Seriously, though, I love pasta.
Comment/Facebook
mshow
Great Prize, cant wait for the full review too
Great blog!
I’d like one.
Cool.
Nice review.
Love the reviews – keep up the good work. (I RT as well, so count me down for two)
I follow you and today is my birthday. What a great gift a Forerunner would be!!
I am linking you in my post!
And third, I am linking your giveaway on FaceBook.
3 entries for me! Follower, tweeted (a few times accidentally) and drafter a blog post that will publish on Monday at http://www.ironchad.com
Fantastic! 🙂
IN! 1!
Great blog, I love reading it everyday since I’ve found it!! The FR 210 would be a great present to my runner wife, I cycle.
Count me in for two. FB post is up!
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Love it – Gotta Have it, 3 entries please – Facebook, Twitter, and a Comment!
Awesome review!
OK put me in the contest! Love the site and looking to buy a FR305 for running some cycling and Edge 500 for cycling based on your reviews…but why not have this too!
I’m so in on this 🙂 Going to re-tweet right away as well! Wish me luck 🙂
thanks.
In for two.
Def want this watch.
Ray – Great to see you reviewing another great product. I also like your expanded reach with your weekly articles on Slowtwitch.
Would love the watch.
this is great! you’re awesome for doing this. 2 entries for me (FB and comment). hope i win! thanks
would love this for marathon training!
Min e mine mine!
would love this for marathon training!
I’ll take 2 please! (Also on twitter: @drewids)
Comment!
Another great giveaway. The wife would love this for Christmas!
-AE – Bethesda, MD
Excellent blog!
Oh yeah!!!