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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.
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.
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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!
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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 2024 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.
Definitely the 920XT Tri Bundle for me. The 920 does it all and comes with both the latest HRM and the new HRM Swim.
I need a new Garmin!!
Forerunner 920, because my Forerunner 910 it’s old and lose GPS signal very easy
Would get Garmin Edge 1000 GPS Enabled Cycling Computer
Powertap P1 pedals – I need all the feedback I can get so I can improve my cycling.
Tough choice! I would probably go for the BSX Insight to learn more about how I could better train myself.
I’m going with the Fenix3 since my Fenix2 died. Even though they’re sending a refurb I’m ready to upgrade.
I’d love to own the polar V800 because i’m a beginning triathlete with a small budget.
4iii power meter for my mountain bike!
Edge 520 so I don’t have to strap my watch to my bike when I ride.
If i win i will buy a Aerus Biospeed Lightweight Bike Travel Case.
I would really love a new Fenix 3 or possibly some other random piece of fitness equipment.
I wanted the new Garmin Forerunner 235 and I actually get a cargo short!
Garmin Edge 520, I am looking to enter my first sprint triathlon and need all the geek training data I can get
Probably a garmin edge 520. Or maybe upgrade my bike trainer …
Hi Ray, I need a power meter or a Garmin 520, undecided :)
Thanks
Garmin FR230. It was on my list but Santa didn’t leave it under the tree
Garmin Edge 520
A subscription to DCR VIP program!
My coatch instructed me to buy a trainer to loose weight, so i would definetly buy a Tacx Satori Smart Indoor Cycling Trainer
I would love to get a new running watch. I thought I was getting the new Garmin Forerunner from Santa but alas, i did not.
I would get the Garmin 910xt Triathlon bundle.
Garmin Varia
4iii power meter. Just got into biking and I think a power Meter would be really awesome to have!
I looked at clever for anything hand cycle related, like maybe a sport crafters indoor roller….but no dice. In that event, the Fenix3 would be my choice. Cheers!
I’d put it toward a pair of FR235’s. The wife and I are both due for new watches.
fenix3 would bring a smile to my face!
Power meter. You’re wasting your time if you’re not training with power!
As I just got an awesome FR230 an Edge 520 would be nice for my bike.
I would probably get a Garmin Edge 810 with the navigation. Because it would be nice to have a computer to tell me where to turn on unfamiliar routes.
I want CycleOps Power Sync very much :)
A Garmin 520, because my 510 is kind of a PITA. Or a Fitbit with heart rate monitor to monitor resting heart rate. Thanks for the chance!
Bon chance, everyone!
I would put it towards a power meter, possibly 4iii’s precision. I don’t have a power meter yet but I feel like that is the next thing for me.
A Fenix3 would look good my wrist.
Would love to try saris thelma universal receiver.
Kickr. Wahoo! Not the table. Need a reliable training partner…
I would get the Garmin HRM swim to better understand my swim workouts and how my body responds to different pool workouts. I’d probably also get a new Garmin 235 as well so I didn’t have to wear a HRM on runs. Strange, huh?
The Tacx Vortex Smart. I just bought a house and now it’s time to setup the sports room :)
Probably Garmin 230 because the Fenix 3 I have is bigger than I really like.
Awesome stuff Ray, as always!
I would buy a new Garmin watch
Either the 4iiii power meter or the fenix 3.
I’d go with the Garmin Edge 1000 because getting lost on a solo century ride is no fun!
Missing garmin fenix 3 watch for my running sessions.
I would like to own a garmin fenix 3 as i need an all around and not just a running specific watch (which i currently own).
Adding power to my training!!!!!
The 920 bundle as an all round upgrade and pre London Marathon treat
I would get the Fenix 3…..(unless a Fenix 4 is announced!:-)……….I am a runner, cyclist, hiker………so its the right tool for the job.
Action cam, cause who doesn’t need an action cam.
Garmin Vectors, or at least a down payment on them.
I’d get a Tacx Bushido Smart so that I can continue riding my road bike through the winter. The winter is long and cold in Norway ;)
A new sports watch would be nice. FR 230 or FR 630, most likely. Any leftover $$ will go toward some socks or something small.
I would really like a new edge 520
It would be power meter time. Would like Powertap GS 24 Hole Straight Pull Hub with DT Swiss Internals or Polar Look Keo.
Fenix 3!!!!!
Garmin Fenix 3 to replace my Fenix 2
Garmin 235 – I’d love to incorporate heart rate training into my marathon training without the uncomfortable strap
Fatbike(or part of it:))
think it would have to be a 920xt… my vivoactive is nice enough but just does capture enough metrics for me…
I would get a Fenix 3. It would be radical overkill and therefore a perfect present.
I would like the Garmin Forerunner 235 as I want a watch that has a built in optical sensor.
I’d go for a GoPro Hero 4 Silver. Happy New Year to all!
The Garmin 520 would be fantastic. I could keep from getting lost and maintain a small form factor!
I’d get a Fenix 3 or Epix. I’m an avid hiker so those two watches are perfect.
Definitely a Wahoo Kickr, I’ve been thinking about getting one for a while now to have a good training option during the winter months and during the rain.
I would get the powertap P1 pedals please!
Redshift clip-on aero bars and an Edge 520. They have been on my list to buy (well and edge unit anyway…) for a long time.
Garmin Epix or Fenix 3. Getting new gear always increases my motivation and gets me out more.
I would score myself a power meter – I don’t have one and hate not having all the required gadgets!
Garmin 920xt. I’m looking at starting to train for triathlons this year and would love to be able to have power options as well!
The red and white Garmin 920.
Smart trainer. My ancient Tacx rollers are wearing out and while great for balance and keeping a smooth pedal, I’d like to try something more entertaining through the winter.
Garmin Fenix 3 not for me but to offer my farther he loves sports,especially swimming, running and cycling and we go for mountain hikes several times so this would be great.
Fenix3. A solid Garmin watch that will assist in my training.
I really need new cycling gadgets. I have an old cycling spedometer from Target that is broken and yet still on my bike. I’d love a new bike computer, a power meter and even a pair of aerobars.
I would bye a Suunto Ambit3 Peak Sapphire because it looks Mega Cool and it is a Mega Tool
HAPPY 2016
Either a Fenix 3 because I would like to have connect IQ vs. my 910 or the Edge 520 because of the same reasons vs. the 500. Or use part of the $500 towards a Kickr. A dilemma I’d gladly welcome.
GoPro because I want to build a 250 mm quadcopter!
I would get the GoPro Hero Silver and some comfy socks!!
dual leg power meter as I would like to start training using a power meter
Garmin 520 for Strava live segments
Fenix3 you know, because I couldn’t actually afford to buy one.
This would be a great subsidy on the Tacx Neo!
I didn’t get a Garmin Vivofit…mainly because I didn’t ask “Santa” for one…but wasn’t he supposed to KNOW what I wanted without me having to specify it?
If I were lucky enough to win I would likely buy Garmin Fenix 3, or possibly 4iiii Power meter.
Powertap C1 or P1 power meter. I think I am ready to start tracking my power.
I would definitely get the 4iiii power meter. I want to take my training to the next level and I’m ready to take the plunge into the world of training to power!!
I would go with the Fenix 3. Lots of options to play with on my adventures!
A ISM saddle for my road bike (I’m actually on the verge of wearing out the old one I had on there), a pair of compression recovery tights, and some new running shoes.
A garmin 920xt — my SO and I decided to have a small budget for gifts this year in order to save for more traveling in the new year!
I’d get another 4iiii precision for my CX bike, or a Wahoo Kickr… I liked my new pajamas but one of those would be better :)
Garmin FR235… I’ve been doing a lot more HR training of late, and this seems like the most complete solution I can get!
Tacx Vortex Smart trainer.
Because I got hit by a car this fall training for my ironman. I still did the race, but my wife and kid want me inside on a trainer. Me too actually…
A Garmin Fenix 3! My old 305 finally bit the dust, and I could use the latest and greatest!
Fenix 3 would be great replacement of my 910xt
Garmin varia to stay safe out on the roads. Or maybe the edge 1000 to help with navigation on unfamiliar roads.
I’d get a Powertap C1 chainring so I could use power rather than heartrate for my ride training.
Well, a Garmin Montana would be great for my next desert race ;-)
Fenix3 would be my pick. But really I could use any of the gadgets.
A Wahoo Elemnt to hopefully end my streak of purchasing pre-release fitness gadgets that don’t deliver what they promise.