Heads up! The big Garmin annual spring sale has started, with $200 off the Fenix 8 (first sale to date!), $100 off the Edge 1050, Forerunner 965 at $499, the Forerunner 265, the new Instinct 3, and countless other Garmin products including inReach Mini 2. Plus the Apple Watch Ultra 2 Black Titanium is on sale, and some Suunto & Wahoo product deals too. Full list & thoughts here!
I’m DC RAINMAKER…
Here’s how to save!
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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.
Shiny nice.
Woop for our finnish neighbours!
Like that
I am starting to think there might be some wine involved in writing these product giveaway descriptions.
I’m happy with the green. It’ll match my workout gear :)
Just missed the last one but this is cooler anyway
Trails are waiting for me!
Yes please!
I don’t want this either but I’ll take it for free
Cool watch! Ugly neon is my style.
Neon green. Chartreuse! I hope I win!
Thanks Ray & Clever Training
I’m in, pick me :)
Big Money … No Whammie … Stop!
hehe, let’s try to avoid mountain lions :D
Sign me up!
I’m in, thanks!
Yay!
Another triumph!
It’ll be interesting to compare vs the Fenix 3.
Me me, I need it.
Suunto Vertical rocks!
So neat, thanks so much DCR for another amazing giveaway!!
Would love to get one of these :)
I’m in
Let’s go…
Love this watch :)
Totally in!
Peanut butter makes everything better
How it works on flat ground too. I hate hill workouts.
I think I need this one too.
That thing is sweet!!! I hope I can get through the work day without getting in trouble for chilling on this website all day!
Keep up the great work
What’s the magic no this time?????
Gotta love this prize.
Yes would love to get one!
Not sure about that lurid green colour, but free is free!
Cool watch. It’s somthing for me!!??
Yes please!
I want it like a kid wants chocolate haha :)
I’m in
Was that a friends reference?
This is awesooooome!!! Loving it!
I am also Fin, so I want to win :)
You can’t hide with the green vertical – but why would you ?
Excellent color actually. Live bold.
That is my color exactly!!
Yeah neon green for cats
Very nice! Pick me!!!
It’s Suun to be mine
This would fit my wrist nicely.
This is a perfect gift for me :)
Will I get this or the Fenix 3 ?
Count me in!
Who will win it?
Please and Thank You :)
Yes please
Need one vertical watch
Cool watch. Good luck everyone!
would like to have it!
Juppjupp
Yeees please!
Yeah, perfect excuse to get a Stryd power meter too!
Would love to give this to my girlfriend! She’s been wanting a Suunto since the launch of the Ambit 2.
Sounds good to me
That watch hurts my eyes.
I’m in for one!
Count me in, thanks Ray
How to guess a random number. If I win, I want Hulk green.
i had a suunto ambit2s, and was pleased with it. maybe it is time for a 3 vertical. if i win I want the neon green one.
Another deal! Another fantastic product!
Yes please:-) that one I would enjoy
Yes, please.
Thanks!
Yes, please!
Maybe my new ones ;)
Let’s climb some mountains !
I’m waiting…..
I really want this…
I could use this also!
HOPE! HOPE!
Howdy howdy howdy
Great watch
Green is nice!
This will match my neon shirts and socks very nicely! Dogs and people alike will be blinded by my presence :D
Cheers Ray
this is mine! :D
oooh love that colour
Want. I’m in.
Include me
Going vertical!
Yes please!
Thank you
So Green!
sdf
This would be nice for my lady…
Yes Please
I’ll take one.
That’s really a cool one. Would make a nice replacement for my current Garmin.
I love obnoxious colors!!!