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Check out my weekly podcast - with DesFit, which is packed with both gadget and non-gadget goodness!
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5 Easy Steps To The Site
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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.
Tag Archives: DCR Podcast
FIT File: Surprise Watches from COROS and Suunto
In this episode, we chat about the summer and fall releases from Suunto and COROS, including the COROS Nomad, Apex 4, and Pace 4 as well as the Suunto Race 2 and Vertical 2. 0:00 In this episode… 2:00 COROS … Read More Here
FIT File: Strava Sues Garmin – This Won’t End Well…
In this episode, we chat about Strava’s lawsuit against Garmin and why they’re demanding Garmin cease selling devices. We also cover Strava’s now even more infamous Reddit response. For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your … Read More Here
FIT File: Summer Cycling Roundup! New Bike Computers, Groupsets, Wheels, Trainers, and More
In this episode, we chat about hot new summer cycling tech with a new Garmin bike computer, smart wheels from Zipp, the new SRAM Force AXS and Rival groupsets, and even new indoor training tech. 0:00 In this episode and … Read More Here
FIT File: Summer Sportswatch Roundup! New Watches from Garmin, Suunto, Polar, and More
In this episode, we chat about all the new smartwatches and sportswatches that have come out so far this spring and summer, including new watches from Suunto, Garmin, Polar, and more. For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s … Read More Here
FIT File: Apple Watch Features Coming Soon! (WatchOS 26 & WWDC)
In this episode, we chat about everything new with the just-announced WatchOS 26 for Apple Watch. Filmed at Apple’s podcast studio at Apple headquarters. For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on … Read More Here
FIT File: Big Bike Tech Drops from Garmin and Wahoo!
In this episode, we chat about the new Wahoo TRACKR Radar, ROAM 3, BOLT 3, along with the Garmin Varia Vue headlight camera. For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on … Read More Here
FIT File: Whoop Did It Again (The Whoop 5.0 Backlash)
In this episode, we chat about Whoop 5.0, Whoop MG, and the subsequent consumer backlash. But we also dive into the tech, what’s different, how it works, and the new pricing scheme. For those not subscribed to the FIT File … Read More Here
FIT File: Garmin Connect+ FALLOUT // Did Garmin Get Cancelled?
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we chat about the Komoot acquisition and … Read More Here
FIT File: Watch Overload?! What We’re Testing and What We’re Wearing
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we chat about fresh new watches from … Read More Here
FIT File: All The Indoor Training Updates!
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we chat all things indoor training 2025, … Read More Here
FIT File: Garmin Instinct 3…Let’s Chat
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we chat about new 2025 CES announcements, … Read More Here
FIT File: The Watch We Weren’t “Allowed” To Review
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we chat about the Wahoo’s new ELEMNT … Read More Here
FIT File: A $3000 Garmin and a $350 COROS walk into a bar…
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we chat about the new COROS Pace … Read More Here
FIT File: Strava…You OK?
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we chat about all things Strava from … Read More Here
FIT File: Techtember Roundup! Apple Watch, Pixel Watch, GoPro, DJI, and More!
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we chat about all the new Techtember goodies … Read More Here
FIT File: Garmin Fenix 8 and Enduro 3: Let’s Chat
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we chat about the the new Garmin … Read More Here
FIT File: Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra – Apple Watch Ultra Copycat?
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we chat about the new Galaxy Watch … Read More Here
Eurobike Sports Tech Roundup…and COROS Dura Delay
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, Ray and Des talk about the huge … Read More Here
FIT File: Zwift CEO Eric Min // Zwift Ride, Zwift Tron Bike, Price Increases, and the Future of Zwift
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we sit down with Zwift CEO Eric … Read More Here
FIT File: Summer Sports Tech Season is Heating Up! Zwift Ride, Edge 1050, Suunto Race S, and More!
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we chat about the new Zwift Ride … Read More Here
FIT File: Apple WWDC WatchOS 11 New Features Deep Dive & Discussion
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we talk about everything WWDC 2024 and … Read More Here
FIT File: Apple WWDC Predictions, Wahoo GoPro Integration, Polar’s Whoop Competitor, and More!
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we talk about Polar’s Whoop-like band, Ray … Read More Here
FIT File: Zwift Price Hike, New Strava Features, and Des Goes to Band Camp
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we talk about the Zwift price increase, … Read More Here
FIT File: Garmin Connect 5.0, Stages, and More: The Internet on Fire
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we talk about Garmin Connect’s controversial update, Stages … Read More Here
FIT File: Are Heart Rate Earbuds The Future?
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we talk about the new Sennheiser Momentum … Read More Here
FIT File: The Real Life of a Sports Tech Reviewer
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we talk about what it’s actually like … Read More Here
FIT File: Strava vs Komoot Routes, Let’s Talk Grit X2 Pricing
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we talk about the new Polar Grit … Read More Here
FIT File: Google Pixel Watch Updates, Suunto + UTMB? Garmin vs Apple Ski Apps, and More SPD Power Meters
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we talk about Google Pixel Watch Updates, … Read More Here
FIT File: The End of MIP Displays? Garmin Forerunner 165 and New Cycling Power Meters
For those not subscribed to the FIT File (it’s free!) via your regular podcast app or on YouTube, here’s a quick post with the highlights from the most recent episode. In this episode, we talk about the new Garmin Forerunner … Read More Here
The DCR Podcast Pilot Episode is Now Available!
Back about two weeks ago while in Austin I spent the morning recording the first few episodes of the DC Rainmaker Podcast with TRS Triathlon. And now, after much technical hand-wringing (read: we dug out of our inboxes) – the … Read More Here
