Heads up! There’s some pretty substantial sales that just started. For watches, the Garmin Epix is down to $499, and the Fenix 7 to $449, with the Pro editions also $200 off! Meanwhile the top-end Edge 1040 cycling GPS is down to $499, and both the Edge 540 & Edge 840 are also on sale. As is Varia radar for $149. Some incredible deals, and ll the deals are here!
I’m DC RAINMAKER…
Here’s how to save!
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You can also pick-up tons of gear at REI via these links, which is a long-time supporter as well:
With TPC (The Pro's Closet), you'll save $40 on purchases over $200 with coupon code DCRAIN40 for tech and non-tech purchases!
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In Depth Product Reviews
You probably stumbled upon here looking for a review of a sports gadget. If you’re trying to decide which unit to buy – check out my in-depth reviews section. Some reviews are over 60 pages long when printed out, with hundreds of photos! I aim to leave no stone unturned.
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Read My Sports Gadget Recommendations.
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!
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Have some fun in the travel section.
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My Photography Gear: The Cameras and Equipment 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! It’s a nice break from the day to day sports-tech talk, and I hope you get something out of it!
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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.
Nice, but still dumb… ;-)
Count me in!
Rarely ever picked in lucky draws, will give it a go anyway. Cool watch to have on my wrist to show off even if I suck in sports.
ST JOHN
Thanks for the great info!
Nice one!
Great site Ray! Best wishes.
for the win :)
Thanks for the chance. I always appreciate your reviews. & commentary.
Please sir
suunto – yes, please
I’m in! Great work Ray!
Let’s leave that her…
me too, me too !!!
Yeah, after Ambit follows the 2nd ;-)
Love the site.
Yessss!!
Thou shall not error!
clock me!
Thanks for the contest, Ray !
I am happy to participate..
Excellent!
wow
Yep.
Absolutely the best gps watch I’ve dealt with
go Dcrainmaker go :)
Why is it not working?
I would Love To have one of those
in for the win :)
Here’s hoping I can post this time… Really busy site today. Wonder why ;-)
Whoop whoop :)
would need it for UTMB
Me please! :)
Woohoo! Another great prize! Maybe I’ll win them all!!! Muahhhahaha…
Any chance you can autograph it if I win?
finely
It’s giveaway time!
getting used to this eastern time now
Come to me :)
Nice as always
Would love it.
excellent
Clear choice :-)
Yes please
This comment here, may make my day!
This watch would wrk to.
Yes suunto please!
Hmm. I’ve owned Polar, I’ve owned Garmin, I’ve often wondered what Suunto would be like.
Would be great to win
Wouldn’t say no…
I NEED this :) buying one next week, but would love to win one! sleeping when the Fenix 2 was up
Thanks!
Brilliant site Ray. Count me in!
Yes!
Thanks in advance!
mine… :)
Yes please!
I hope I’m a winner
Great site!
Looks good
I hope I’m not too late!
Yes, please-and thank you!
Nice watch
Woo!!!
Nice.
Would be great!
I’m in!
CooL!!!!
helloooo nurse!!!
Go hokies!
like
I am in!
Just back from swimming, this would be nice
Pick me :D
Thanks ray
This one please. :)
Hope I win :-)
Gimme gimme.
Yes please. Thank you.
Yes, This is a really nice watch
Hello Ambit
Fingers crossed ;)
Hooray for giveaways!!
Good luck to me!
I’m all in for triathlon GPS watches.
Looks like a watch fit for a marine !
Yes!
Thanks Ray for the reviews
FKT!!!
Maybe this time … please!!
I’m game! :D
Count me in on the contest. Very cool prize
I would love some Suunto love :)
Great contest – better website!
In it to win it!
Pick me please ;)
Looks a great watch
Rather fun to see all great gadgets beeing put to use somewhere in the world!
Fingers crossed :)
I will run faster with this one, for sure :D
Yes keep em coming
Nice one
Thanks Ray!!!