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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/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.
Just in time to replace my F3 that has recently bit the dust….
I think I’ll buy a bike computer to replace my old forerunner.
I’d have a powermeter.
I would really like a Wahoo Roam with a good mount :D
Sure the picture of the Hero 7 would work! But maybe a new watch for the summer? IDK!
Shalom,
My big boy is had joined me on my runs lately, will be happy to give him a decent GPS watch with HR, like the FR645.
I would want to get a Wahoo Roam to play around with and try out.
That GoPro sounds like a good deal, so I’d have to go with that.
A new Garmin Edge 530!
Looking forward to a big WIN here so I don’t have to go out and by it…. Garmin Forerunner 945M. Make my weekend DC Rainmaker
I would grab a Stages L50 and some mounts since my Garmin 820’s battery is on it’s last breath.
Garmin 945 so I can finally train with music and leave my phone home!
I’m thinking my 75yr old dad would really like a Garmin FR945 to track his waddle pace to the pub and back on a Wednesday evening!
Thanks for the giveaway Ray! I’d definitely buy some sort of running watch, since I haven’t had one in a long time and it would be nice to not carry a phone around.
I’d have to think about getting either a new watch or put it towards a set of power pedals.
Hi, a Garmin forerunner 945 would be a great giveaway!
New watch, 920 xt stuffed
I’ll buy a power meter.
I’d put this towards a new power meter.
I’d love to have a powermeter …
I’d like to get a new Garmin watch.
I guess this post will get a lot of comments, lol :)
However, I’d pick a FR945, because I’m already running and cycling and your race-reports inspire me to get into triathlon (I’m a terrible swimmer :/ ).
Nice Weekend @all
I would get my first GoPro camera to take some nice action shots while running!
Any garmin edge with routing, so my wife doesn’t need to use my edge 820 explore anymore
A new Garmin watch.
GoPro for me!!!!
I’d go with the GoPro.
GoPro Hero 7 Black – for real fast bike footage.
Power meter for my mtb as I’m hooked on power
As a father of 2, I’d definitely go for the stand up paddleboard to enjoy with my kids!!!
I’d get the gopro hero black !
Garmin Forerunner 945 because my old 310XT is old ;)
I’d like to buy the new fr945 for the maps and music.
A new action cam would be great.
I would use it for a second powermeter to double my power.
I need one of garmin new watches.
A would look to replacing the Garmin Vector 3 set that I have. I’ve had nothing but issues with them.
I would get an Elemnt Bolt to replace my old Garmin 510.
Will buy a Garmin 945 to add music to my training.
Garmin Vector 3
I just bought a new bike, so probably a biking computer although I haven’t decided on which one yet.
A new running watch. My current rcx5 is getting no support after new year and the wristband is broken and haphazardly glued together atm. I’m unsure on if it will be FR245, FR945 or Polar Vantage M/V. Have been waiting on the 245/945 to be available for order, but so far it haven’t…
My trusty Garmin 910xt has finally succumbed to the stresses of being my training partner and is ready to be put out to pasture in favor of a new 945 triathlon setup.
I would get the Garmin FR945 for it’s feature improvements over the FR935.
Elemnt bolt gps – easy. More Poweeeerrrrr
I would buy a nice garmin with music function :)
Would fancy a Garmin Forerunner 945 so I can upgrade from my Vivosmart 3 + GPS phone + barometric altimeter combo when doing outings in the mountains :)
While I love my Garmin 935, an upgrade to the 945 would be a SWEET Father’s Day present!
I quite fancy a play with an aeropod for CdA analysis
If I win, I’d like a Garmin Forerunner 945 because it’s currently the most advanced multi-sports watch.
I would line the Garmin FR945 to replace my FR935.
Would have to be one of the new garmins, tempted by the music capabilities
Cycliq cameras!
I’d pick up one of the new Garmin Edge units!
Need a new forerunner!
Would love a Favero assioma to step up my training game and the ability to move between my two bikes (US and Europe)!
Fassioma pedals for fathers day
Hmm hard to decide, I need a new running watch. The HR sensor is cracking on my old one … but I could also use a power meter … might end up getting both.
Fassioma pedals – for my hubby
I think I would get a new powermeter :)
I would love a Garmin 945 so I don’t have to take my phone to listen to music on my runs.
FR945 just because it’s new :)
I would put toward a new Garmin Edge, even though my current model works fine. Shiny, shiny, shiny.
Fassioma pedals – obvi!!
I would like a Garmin Forerunner 945
I’d put it toward a power meter, or maybe a Garmin watch, or maybe to new Wahoo Roam. So many choices…
A new Garmin 530 would keep me from getting lost and turning 30 mile rides into 40. Who am I kidding, I need the extra mileage.
Gotta be an edge 530 for me Ray so I can use the new climb feature in the Alps, cheers
New watch or a GoPro.
Thanks.
I would probably get a new Garmin watch maybe the FR 645 Music or maybe a GoPro Hero action cam. Hard to decide :)
Definitely GoPro Hero 7 with GoPro Karma Gimbal!
I would purchase the Wahoo Elemnt Bold, because they spell Elemnt incorrectly.
Go pro Hero 7 please!
I need a new running watch; Coros Apex or Garmin Instinct or Polar Vantage V
Edge 830, bc my Edge 520 battery is on its last legs
I would get a Forerunner 245, because…no reason, really. My 220 is working fine. But, there is all the new numbers and data and stuff!
I’d get the GoPro Hero 7 Black for my trip to Rocky Mountain National Park and my hike up Longs Peak!.
Garmin Forerunner 645 GPS Watch – to replace my VAHR+
A new bike computer would be great.
Still eyeing that Tacx Neo. Would so great at home instead of an ugly spin bike.
I’ll order 28 pairs of DCR socks
A black Garmin Instinct would be nice.
Because I don’t have any smart watch
Something to track my lack of sleep would be nice.
As most of us I would love to try the Garmin Forerunner 945. I struggle in summer so I am very curious about the heat acclimation feature. Also because the maps I can use it as a bike computer.
Hi Ray,
I’d buy a Suunto 9 (quality, battery, …)
Great blog!
Garmin 945…. since I went through 735 and 935;)
A Garmin Edge 530 please
I’d definitely get a power meter. The only tough part is picking which one.
New bike means I need another power meter
I’d get a set of pedals w/ a power meter so that I can go to a shorter crank.
Happy Father’s Day to all my fellow dads out there! I’d take a new running watch with music and wireless headphones! Cheers!
I would put it towards a pedal based power meter
Thanks Ray
I would like a Garmin Forerunner 945 because I want to be a sporty father…
I’d get a power meter
Prob since garmin vector pedals
A Powertap power meter
Would go for Garmin Fenix 5 series, the current Fenix is bit scratched already.
Edge 530 or Polar Vantage hoping they get ANT added.
Would definitely like one of the new Garmin devices
A brand new stages power meter to go on my brand new race bike!