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I swim, bike and run. Then, I come here and write about my adventures. It’s as simple as that. Most of the time. If you’re new around these parts, here’s the long version of my story.
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Here’s my most recent GPS watch guide here, and cycling GPS computers here. Plus there are smart trainers here, all in these guides cover almost every category of sports gadgets out there. Looking for the equipment I use day-to-day? I also just put together my complete ‘Gear I Use’ equipment list, from swim to bike to run and everything in between (plus a few extra things). And to compliment that, here’s The Girl’s (my wife’s) list. Enjoy, and thanks for stopping by!
Have some fun in the travel section.
I travel a fair bit, both for work and for fun. Here’s a bunch of random trip reports and daily trip-logs that I’ve put together and posted. I’ve sorted it all by world geography, in an attempt to make it easy to figure out where I’ve been.
My Photography Gear: The Cameras/Drones/Action Cams I Use Daily
The most common question I receive outside of the “what’s the best GPS watch for me” variant, are photography-esq based. So in efforts to combat the amount of emails I need to sort through on a daily basis, I’ve complied this “My Photography Gear” post for your curious minds (including drones & action cams!)! It’s a nice break from the day-to-day sports-tech talk, and I hope you get something out of it!
The Swim/Bike/Run Gear I Use List
Many readers stumble into my website in search of information on the latest and greatest sports tech products. But at the end of the day, you might just be wondering “What does Ray use when not testing new products?”. So here is the most up to date list of products I like and fit the bill for me and my training needs best! DC Rainmaker 2023 swim, bike, run, and general gear list. But wait, are you a female and feel like these things might not apply to you? If that’s the case (but certainly not saying my choices aren’t good for women), and you just want to see a different gear junkies “picks”, check out The Girl’s Gear Guide too.
Good work – I love the way that you do not let trivial things like flights to catch interfere with training. Gareth
Yep, every mile counts and taking up running is not only about the running itself but also lot about dedication and time management… Thank you for the great inspiration!
Inspiring … been following your blogs for the last month and becoming a fan :). After reading your blog and getting off my couch I’ve started to workout on my treadmill and bike trainer that were picking up dust in the basement. Even bought the Wahoo kit for the bike and HR for the iPhone… Thanks for the kick in the butt. Luc
Very cool! Washington National, which you probably already know, is another runner-friendly airport that despite the Parkway has a nice trail going to Alexandria, VA or back towards DC.
You guys are awesome. Seems like the rest of us have fewer excuses to use airport layovers for consuming the unhealthiest food possible (ah, Cinnabon and its international equivalents…) or wander around, looking for a outlet to plug in our electronic devices.
i want to add to the convo, but fear it will be deleted. Let’s just say that I wondered if there would have been an attempt to conserve water.
I usually just do sit-ups and push ups at the terminal. Which elicit very strange stares and I once got interrogated by TSA…so your way is probably better.
have do you discover or hear about this easily accessible exercise options? I think you’ve been to AUK before, but how did you hear about it for the first time?
Great Post. Quick question, do you think there is much variation in the accuracy of your garmin depending on where you are in the world? (ie less or different satellites). Thanks Andrew
Never thought of running while waiting between flights. I’ll have to keep that one in mind for my next layover.
Hi Anon-
Yup, Washington National is about as good as it gets for runner friendly, assuming you don’t need to shower. Since the path just about runs through the arrivals area.
Hi Mike-
I’ll simply say that port-a-potties are fare more spacious than this shower…
Hi Homer-
For the most part, it’s really dependent on having showers. Many international airports do, and you can usually find out on their website – often co-located next to baggage storage. From there I usually look at Garmin Connect to find routes from the nearby area that people have uploaded. And failing that, I just creative and start running from the terminal…usually it works out. :)
Hi Brizzy-
Nope, really accurate no matter what I am – basically the same. Only exceptions would be extreme far north/south (poles) but even then, I’ve heard of Garmin’s being used on the annual Antartica Marathon.
Thanks all!
I love this post.
Impressed by the commitment and the resourcefulness! Even more impressed by the ability of The Girl to get showered/ready to go so quickly! Great job guys :) Love this blog.
Would you believe there are petrified tree’s at the “beach” you were at – never know what’s around the corner in NZ