Heads up! Here’s your massive list of sports tech deals! This includes the Garmin Forerunner 965 for just $499, Garmin Epix for $429, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 Black Titanium for $735, the GoPro Hero 12 Black for $299, (or Hero 13 bundle for $339!) and plenty more! Go check out the full list here!
I’m DC RAINMAKER…
Here’s how to save!
Wanna save some cash and support the site? These companies help support the site! With Backcountry.com or Competitive Cyclist with either the coupon code DCRAINMAKER for first time users saving 15% on applicable products.
You can also pick-up tons of gear at REI via these links, which is a long-time supporter as well:
Alternatively, for everything else on the planet, simply buy your goods from Amazon via the link below and I get a tiny bit back as an Amazon Associate. No cost to you, easy as pie!
You can use the above link for any Amazon country and it (should) automatically redirect to your local Amazon site.
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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 2023 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.
Found this blog a few days ago and already love it. Thanks for being so detailed in your writings and dedication. I will be sharing this with all my peeps on Facebook, for a 2nd entry, and because it’s great info.
~pokechecker
Oooh, how very kind of you. I’m dropping off a comment in hopes that I can win the watch.
Keep on being awesome. :D
Another great freebie, cheers mate!
Want this for my first marathon in September :)
Sweet blog man. Fingers cross for the watch!
Great Blog DC, you have a terrific knack for getting across the real practicalities these complicated little gadgets, the stuff that’s never writen in the user manuals.
Very nice blog.
Nice blog, I’ve bought my Edge 500 because of your review!
Appreciate all the work you put into this blog… I’ve certainly learned a lot from your posts as I venture into the triathlon lifestyle. I’ll qualify for one giveaway entry as I don’t have a blog, Twitter or Facebook account… Thanks, again!
Awesome blog. I really appreciate your in-depth reviews – they’ve been very helpful in my decisions on which training equipment to invest in.
The only thing I dislike is the fact that you are so much taller than me, hence, so much faster than me in all disciplines.
Short triathletes unite!
Peace
-matt
Hi Ray,
Put me down for 2 entries – one here, one facebook.
Great blog – been following for about a year now. Keep up the good work!
Always nice with a giveaway ;)
2 entries (facebook + comment).
This is an awesome giveaway!
Keep up the good work!
Where I put my adress? :)
Very nice blog man. Thanks a lot.
Leo Binda
http://www.correndonailha.blogspot.com
Brazil
Excellent – one entry
Another give away?
My wife got me the 310xt after a great review from yourself. And i love it! but the 110 is alot more easy on the eye on your wrist.
Twitted @sjmm account tick
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I’m tweeting, facebooking, blogging and commenting…I know the double dip doesn’t count but sign me up for 3 entries!
Love the blog and have religiously been following you for months. The addition of contests is icing on the cake.
Fantastic blog! Hope to get lucky! =)
I’ve been intrigued by your Garmin reviews as well as your blog posts! Count me in this contest!!!
O-oh, time to leave a comment (for on entry)!
Very – very, very – nice blog DC. Great job, great features, tips, photos … keep going! Thanks for all these great posts.
-Stéphane en route for the Hardrock Hundred Mile Run, Silverton CO :o)
I love reading your blog and I am now checking it several times a week. In fact, it was your blog that convinced me to purchase a Garmin 305. I am so glad I did. Though I am simply a runner at this point, your blog has inspired thoughts of someday doing a tri of some sort. Thanks and here’s hoping for a men’s 110.
I’m a winner! (ok, probably not).
Love reading your blog!
this would be great for my tri training! thanks for the chance!
RRRRRRRRRRoling the dice!!
love your blog! love Garmin watches…
Quesiton on the 110 – will it connect to a footpod so it can be used on a treadmill? i thought i read that it would not, and thought that was a mistake. Thanks for the info and a great blog. Would love to win the watch for my wife! Thanks.
-Andy E.
Awesome. I came across your blog a few months ago while researching different watches. Your reviews have quickly become indispensable.
I got my 310XT off the back of your review. Hopefully the lady friend can follow (sort of).
two entries, check!
My day is already compete – count me in for two entries..
Thanks for all the inspiration, hoping for the watch as well, :)
Love the blog, would love another Garmin watch.
put me down for all 3 please DC!
found this blog through my brother in law! Would love the watch!!! Thanks!
HotMama312
I’d love a shot at this, thanks!
Keep up the great work, love to read your blog. Please put me down for 3 entries.
I want the 110 yo!
I’m loving these giveaways! I have gear envy when I read your reviews!
Cheers!
Here’s to hoping to own my first Garmin HRM!
http://www.ladybugstudio.org
Sweet!
Sweet!
I just love your reviews.
Now i’ve post it on facebook also. :)
Count me in for 2 points, thanks! (male)
Nice job, glad your blog is doing well.
Nice job, glad your blog is doing so well.
Given your review, I could def be coaxed away from Timex. Great Blog… I am good for 2 entries here. Thanks Ray!
Ben
Count me in for one entry…my girl would love it!
Just when my HRM stops working I get the chance of an offer like yours It MUST be FATE!. Two entries please DC :)
I need this watch to measure how far I would run to read more from this blog.
Love this Blog!! Anxiously await new content every morning.
Also shared page on Facebook.
Put me down for three entries, one here, one from twitter and one from facebook.
Count me in – 1 entry
Cool. You can never have too many Garmins! I’ll link on my blog soon!
This page is amazing, i love it. One entrie. I hope to win the watch. Jorge
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Keep up the great blog, always look forward to your new posts. Put me down for all 3 entries. Thanks!
Great blog!! My favorite are the GPS photos of your training and the product reviews. Thanks for the insight!
Put me down for one! Your biggest fan.
Posty post post.
Looking forward to more from the elusive girl character.
Love hearing about how your blog is growing in popularity! Cheers!
I can’t thank you enough for your detailed reviews and instruction type manuals. So helpful!
Looking forward to the busy season of posting you have in store for us.
JP
Me me me!
A fantastic blog page, great reviews AND you are giving stuff away!? Ray Rules!
I’ll post on facebook and tweet but no blog for me. Entry count = 2. Thanks Rainmaker!
count me in!!
HI! I want the watch for my first marathon in October, one entrie.
Patricia
This is awesome, thanks for all the posts the reviews and info. Count me in for a comment post, now on to Twitter
Woot. I train too hard, and am worried my heart might a-splode if I don’t get an HRM soon. Hope I win. Comment, RT and posted on FB.
Awesome! I’d love to win!
Three entries for me, please! I’ve shared on FB, I’ve linked on my blog, and I’m commenting here.
Thanks,
Gina from Virginia!
Love the blog – and I could use this for the MCM in Oct. 2 entries – twitter and comment.
Thanks again Ray.
Put me down for 2, here and twitter. I will also give a free shout out on my girlfriend’s FB (I don’t have one).
I have been looking at this watch, I hope I win this time. Keep up the good work.
Another sweet giveaway! Put me down for 3 chances…comment, blog (link to ofurtadsadventures.blogspot.com), and retweet. Thanks, Ray!
sign me up for the contest. Thanks for the blog
Excellent! Sharing on FB as well :)
– Phil
That’s outstanding! How generous of you!
I’m a follower, tweeted (@kovasp) and posted on my blog
Great idea and very kind of you. #1
Thanks’ I try to read your blog once a week’ great information.
keep on being awesome
doron from Israel
nice blog you have, keep up the good work
A big fan from the other side of the world (Singapore). The very comprehensive reviews are what makes this blog unique. Got an FR60 because of this blog. Cheers! :)
Great blog…thanks for all of your work! I posted your on Twitter (@cjg329) and Facebook. Will be posting it to my blog as well http://www.motiv-8.blogspot.com Have a great holiday weekend!
Chris
Rainmaker, today is my birthday!
Just one entry from me, trough this comment, straight from Brazil, hoping to get one more gift to my 35 year old party (tough it’ll be available only in July 7th…)!
Keep the great work going, your site is awesome!
Thanks for the chance! Three entries please. Comment, Facebook, and Twitter.
Thanks, been reading since the early days. Put me down for 3 (FB, Twitter, and here).
Keep up the great blog, Iv picked up some great information over the last while, will definitely pass the link on to my friends :)
Great blog, sharing with facebook friends too!
Hi,
I wonna have Forerunner 110 too… Nice greatings from sunny Germany
LukeNRG
Great stuff, keep up the good work
Another great giveaway!
I’ve tweeted about it (@ActiveEggplant) and linked to your giveaway on my blog (http://ActiveEggplant.com)! So sign me up for 3 entries.
By the way – I agree with previous commenters – you definely have a knack for reviews & are probably responsible for MANY purchases we make!
Hi Ray! Great blog as always…
I entered three times…
here, via my training blog at http://www.nickwisdom.blogspot.com, and on facebook (Nick Wisdom).
Thanks Ray!
I love a give-a-way!
What a lovely giveaway. I’ll be happy to win:)
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I’ve been visiting you blog for about 4 months now and enjoy all the helpfull information and stories. Enjoy your 4th!
Hoping I don’t end up picked second again for this contest! Keep up with the great writing
Total Number of Entries: 2
I’ve been visiting you blog for about 4 months now and enjoy all the helpfull information and stories. Enjoy your 4th!