Sports Tech Summer Deals Still Live! A huge number of the Amazon deals are still going! This includes the Garmin Epix for just $459, and the Fenix 8 for $150 off. The Apple Watch Series 10 for $279, the GoPro Hero 13 Black for $329, smart trainers, drones, action cams, and plenty more! Go check out the full list here!
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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.
I would like to get a Wahoo Kickr Snap. I’m currently training for my first triathlon and it would be nice to avoid the rainy weather during my bike sessions.
Thanks a lot Ray for all your work ?
GoPro Hero 8 Black
A New Trainer, not sure which one yet. Maybe Saris, Tacx or Wahoo
I didn’t get a power meter because I didn’t ask for one even though I secretly wanted it.
A new bike trainer! My husband finally joined me in training this winter and has laid claim to my old one, and I have been drooling over the wahoo kickers for years!!!
I want a one and done solution, which is why I would like a Garmin Fenix 6 Pro.
A “Kuat Sherpa 2.0 Hitch Rack” would be super nice..
The Wahoo KICKR sounds like a great choice. Thanks!
I’d get the favero’s, I need more data.
I’d get a KICKR Climb. I’ve switched to being a mainly indoor rider, and it would be fun to have.
Fenix 6!
I would buy the Favero Assioma DUO side pedal power meter. I haven’t raced in 20 years and a lot has changed in triathlons!
Power meter for bike. I think it would help motivate me.
Garmin Fenix 6 as my Fenix 5 has no wrist heart rate any more
New garmin!
I will pick the garmin 830 bundle!
I’d love a GoPro hero 8
New turbo
Garmin Vector 3 upgrade kit!
Need pedal Power meter for cycling training.
Garmin edge 530 to update my 510 with no radar.
Swimming mp3 player!
A new power meter to replace my aging Powertap.
I would like an Edge 830. I would love to utilize the new mapping capabilities.
A new fitness tracker to replace my Vivoactive 3. Might have to try something a bit different.
Would be stoked with a Varia radar
A new edge 530, my fr935 is not the best way for the cycling session !
New earbuds since my previous set got stolen.
GoPro 8
GoPro Hero 8 black for sure!
I would get a power meter like the asioma as I have been riding and racing without power for several years.
No trainer under the tree this year so I’ll put the winnings towards that for sure!
A new, more capable bike computer. Or maybe a power meter.
Probably a new edge, but I might get distracted by some other goodies
Since I’m injured and can’t run, a shiny, new Garmin Fenix 5S Plus would help motivate me to get back at it once I get over this annoying setback. And it’s gorgeous!
Wahoo Climb would pair nicely with my new Kickr :-)
I’d love an Edge because I don’t own any cycling computer yet.
New drone would be awsome.
A Garmin FR945, because my old 920xt has started to reboot during workouts.
Garmin Venu!! (Or Apple watch 5)
Garmin 945!
Favero Assiomas because as I found out recently following GPLama and You that there is finally an easy way to use powermeter pedals on my MTB/GravelRacer. Yes!
I would ask for a Wahoo KICKR so I can begin to kick some A** in my rides in the new year when the snow is gone!
I’d love to get a Fenix 6 pro solar to replace my bow dead Fenix 2
I’d love a smart trainer to replace my 20 year old dumb trainer.
Pedal based power meter.
Cycliq camera so I can get a picture of all the drivers making close passes.
A Garmin Fenix 6s would be great for hiking.
A new gopro because my garmin camera is very old.
A Garmin Fenix 6
I want a power meter – crank arm preferred but I’m not going to be picky!
Garmin Edge 530. Time to finally replace my Edge 800.
I’d love vector 3 power meter for my Ironman training!
Gosh, I’d love to have a watch with music capabilities… a Fénix 6 Pro would be nice.
I would get a powermeter.
need a new power meter to help me stay motivated during my indoor training season
Garmin Edge 830
Garmin Fenix 6S sapphire gold, because style matters during training
Especially the Favero Assioma would be a really nice addition to my current training setup.
Favero Assioma pedals, so I can finally record.power on my track bike!
I would love the new suunto9 red editon
A power meter so I can see just how weak I am.
Hi i would maybe get a smart wheel off trainer the wahoo kick r- i have a flow but upgrades are good right? Merry xmas
Garmin fenix 6!
New Forerunner for the wifey
I’d be happy to get one of the scenic watches! Thanks for the cool giveaway!
GoPro Hero 8 #ftw
Id love an upgrade to duel sided assioma pedals. I’ve got a single sided and it’s a little erratic or maybe it’s my gammy Nemo leg. Anyway it would help a lot I’m sure. It’s all about numbers and 2020 is a big year in 70.3 for me with 2 races…Russia and New Zealand world champs.
TIA
A new indoor trainer. My trainer does not support swift.
A go pro of some kind. Maybe the max?
Gonna use the store credit for some Favero Assioma Duos.
A new Garmin Edge 820 would be nice…
I would get a power meter, need the extra motivation for IMC next August, Favero Pedals have my interest.
A new Indoor trainer
I’ll likely go for a new Forerunner, maybe the 945?
i could go a new edge or even a hypervolt
A GoPro Hero 8 because I can’t really justify spending that kind of money over more practical options.
A trainer! I am getting tired of washing my bike from salt every day.
I didn’t get the Stryd I’ve been longing for…
A lot of triathlon kit considering I’ve just committed to an Ironman in 2021. Haven’t done a triathlon in nearly ten years!
If I win I think I would upgrade to the latest and greatest triathlon watch or maybe a new garmin edge.
a watch – not yet sure which one but one that gives me more data to geek over!
Fenix 6 Pro!
Garmin 945 just to keep up with the cool kids
A DD trainer, to finalize make my intentions real :)
Fr945 would be a nice gift for a parkrun runner
I would love a FR945 to have music on the go without having my phone with me!
Probably the Garmin Fenix 6, my current Fenix is very old.
I would get a new garmin watch!!
Garmin 945 or maybe new GoPro. Why? Well, just because!
I would buy a new Watch ?
Power meter pedals so I can easily switch them to the TT bike.
I’d probably go for a Garmin Fenix, but might go for a good pair of cycling shoes. Though if those SPD compatible power meter pedals come out soon would go for those!
A new Garmin running watch – not sure which one yet. Or maybe a new Fenix 6! Why because my Fenix 3 is aging and I want some of the new bells and whistles.
Definitely looking to replace watch… feeling dated with a Fenix 3 HR… and the 5 Plus with music…Yep need to win…
I would love to get a stages power meter
Socks. Always socks.
I’d love a Fenix 6 Pro. My 3HR is holding steady, but an upgrade would be greatly appreciated!
With $500 to spend it’s finally time for a power meter om my bike.
I’d put it all toward a Fenix 6X Pro, then pony up for the rest.
A new Garmin 645!