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!
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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.
Great Website! Entry 1
Howdy! This is Karen from Kansas, burrows3416 at yahoo
Posted on Facebook – Entry 2
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Following you on twitter! Entry 3!
Thanks – I love the blog, so much great info!
I’ve got 2 entries (this/facaebook)
Put me in three times. comment, facebook and blog.
Im in.
Only two (facebook and here). Damn twitter folks now have 50% better odds! :)
I want two bonus entries for not being a fair weather fan! :) C’mon luck, let’s see some changes!!!!!!
Hope you find a new way to randomly select these. THANKS!
Ray – I have to replace the 305 for the Girlfriend that went through the washer and dryer.
Put me down for 3 – cheers,
Timmy P in Canada
YOu and I will be doing Races on Sunday basically as far as you can be on either side of Canada. hahahaha. Ill be on Vancouver Island for a 70. 3
I would love a Garmin to help with my quest to run more. Thanks for the giveaway.
Ray im in for 3 – have to replace the 305 for the Girlfriend that went inot the washing machine
timmyp@shaw.ca
Please sign me up for three.
You might have some trouble with the language on my site but the link is there…. Shared on facebook (link to facebook.com) aswell.
Thanks,
Jan van der Linden
Count me in for three. Comment, tweet, and FB. Awesome giveaways….never a dull moment on the DCRainmaker Blog.
Yeay! Garmins! Adding to Facebook too… so that’s 2 for me.
Fantastic giveaway, if only I tweeted. Facebook and comments, though! Thanks.
Hello!! count me in :)
+ FB
I almost bought the 310xt until I saw your giveaway. I guess I can wait until after to see if by some small miracle I win it.
I’m posting on Facebook for a second chance.
Three entries. Tweet from @ransick, will post a link on my weekly blog this Sunday blog.ransick.org
Me too!
Count me in! I’d love to get my hands on one of these. I tweeted as well.
Keep up the great reviews Ray. One Entry.
mrice@williamsmullen.com
Maggie R. Put me in for two for commenting and FB’ing…great blog, awesome giveaway. I would love to win this…need one badly.
Love to win. Will share this on my FB too!!
I added this to my blog as well, so I guess that gets me two entries! This is probably the best blog giveaway I’ve ever seen.
Three?
Comment (see below)
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RT- @dwdillard
Awesome giveaway!
Great blog. Garmin would be a wonderful birthday present! (for me)
bobcarolday@yahoo.com
Nice blog.
Count me in for one.
Thanks for the very helpful reviews, and the contest of course ;)
One entry only — hope it’s a good one. Great (and generous!) contest!
I need a new Garmin so badly! Please pick me! : )
Great giveaway !! Great blog !!!
Great stuff as always Ray! I just linked you on my blog as well….
link to cdtriagain.blogspot.com
Posted it on facebook for 2 entries.
I love you blog – I can haz Garmin?
Sweet Blog. Also a DC resident!!
Love the reviews
Great blog! Put me in for two entries: comment and facebook. Thanks :)
Dude, your going to be cutting for ever on this give away. Count me in for one
Very impressive contest! I’ll have my fingers crossed. :)
Shared on the Book…thats two
well…I never win anything so my odds must be increasing? Great giveaway, Man!
Add my name into the hat once please. Thanks for a great blog!
2 entries please :)
FBook and Comment
Love your reviews – could totally use a new Garmin – had a scare with my 305 dying the other day! Linking on my FB page!
Katie K. from St. Paul here – put me down for 2 entries! I shared on FB. Worth a shot!
Love your blog and website. I check in 2-3 times per week for you updates. Reviews are awesome and used it when purchasing the Garmin 705. However been training for tri’s more than just cycling so carrying the 705 when running is getting old. The 310XT would be much more beneficial!!! :)
Also putting on FB…
Guess I am in for 3 (facebook/blog/comment)
Would love to win the Garmin!
Count me in for 3: Comment, Retweet (@mattdurf), and FB share.
BTW…love the blog…perfect blend of great info, inspiring dedication, and unadulterated geekiness (in a good way ;))
Oh this is fantastic!
I am a struggling power walker who does 1/2 marathons.
And I feel like dying most of the time with my arthritis & rheumatoid.
But I will still be out there trying to go for one more race..
And I will post this on my blog!!
This would be great!!!
Purchased two cycling devices in the past based on your in depth reviews…so thanks. In need of a good running watch, so free would only sweeten the deal.
Already linked the contest on Facebook. So Put me down for 2. Great blog. I enjoy reading it every day.
Wow. cool prize! :)
Love the blog, got hooked on your in depth reviews earlier this year. 2 entries
Get site found the reviews spot on!
really helped me to make a decision
Thanks!!!
Shawn
In for the double today (FB / post) Keep up the great reviews!
I have a friend who really wants one (we are training for our first 1/2) but she can’t afford to purchase on her own! She would freak out if I won this and then gave it to her!!!
Wow! 350+ posts already! Looks like this is going to be a huge blog promotion for you Ray. Count me in for all three as well.
Great Blog Ray!
Count me in for two entries.
Comment and Twitter.
Love the blog!
I did all three!!!
count me in
Thanks for your great reviews. Contains exactly what I want – not just copy and paste from the product’s site – don’t you hate that!
I have the Garmin 305 but would love to upgrade to the 310 for multisport events and training. I’ll be linking this to my facebook page as well so my tri team can enter too.
Oh my gosh, I NEEEEED a Garmin SO bad. Put me down for 3 :) Facebook, blog, and comment.
Linked up on the running blog!
Can I just please win? Please?
chlooeee@gmail.com
Following you on Twitter for the 2nd entry.
comment, facebook, twitter! thanks!
In for 2: commented here and linked it in the sidebar of my blog.
Thanks!
Found your blog while googling reviews on this exact Garmin!
What an awesome giveaway!
I want one! Please random picker pick me!
And I’m re-posting on twitter, Lnw80050
Awesome contest. Also going to link on facebook for two!
Awesome contest. Also going to link on facebook for two!
I was looking to buy one of these so I hope I can save the money for new shoes instead. Thanks for all you do!
Count 2
I’ll facebook too!
Alex
Sounds fun. Hope this works!
Yes! Garmin just died this weekend on a 140km run! One entry please and thank you!
wahooo!
Nice contest – facebooking and blogging!
Oh! My 5yr old Suunto is TOAST. I’d LOVE a Garmin. Enter me 3x please!
Pick me, pick me! I don’t have a blog…though…so I only get one comment chance. I am training for IM KY 10…with Michele Emerson…and so could use the XT for the event. IT is by far the best piece of equipment ever!! And…this is my first IM…!!!
Jill
Great blog, I enjoy your reading your page almost every day!
Keep up the great work
yahoo!! Great prize!
im in for 3..
Las Vegas!!
rockon’
linked to facebook – check
re-tweeted on twitter – check
comment posted – check
count me in for 3!
I’ll take one entry – Eric, Naples, Florida.
I would love to win this for my husband!
ashleysthirtyone@yahoo.com
Count me in for one comment with this comment.
(You should be able to reach me via the google account I’m logged in with but if not i’m at halffastvanilla at gmail dot com.
Facebook and blog comment. Brilliant giveaway, and awesome that you will send anywhere in the world (severely deprived of access to Garmin products here in Amsterdam!) Woohoo!! I have my fingers and Injinji socked toes all crossed for this one. Thanks DC RAINMAKER!
pick me;)
Following you on Twitter and retweeted! Thanks!
ashleysthirtyone@yahoo.com
Comment here
Put me down for 3 please!
BTW I have been a long time stalker and blogged about you a while ago when you posted some of my ‘secrets’ about the 305 and swimming. You had a great post and I wanted to share it with others.
Awesome job!
Ray – best give away yet! I’m good for one entry…
Great site!
twentysomethingblg.blogspot.com
I RT on twitter that too.
3 entries for me!
how can i resist a chance for free stuff.
Ironmanmatt