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.
If I were to be given this awesome watch, I would give it to my most favorite running partner in the world!
Thanks for all the great information. I also posed on facebook. link to facebook.com please put me down for two. Thanks
Just started running a few weeks ago. A “watch” like this would really help.
Gimme the watch!
I’ll go for 2. A comment here and a retweet on Twitter (@BBosman)
That watch looks sweet! And then maybe my husband and I wouldn’t have to share the 310 we currently have. :)
keep up the good work
doron from tel aviv
Great contest Ray!! I’ve got ya on Twitter (@tophercochran) and blog as well. Hope I win! :)
Put me down for 3. Comment, tweet and fb. Thanks!
Great reviews! They are insightful and filled with practical information.
Another great giveaway!
Two entries for me please..comment and blog link!
yes, please!
Love your blog!
I’d love to win this. Thanks Veganrunningdad for sharing via Twitter.
One little comment — hope it’s the winning one!
Pick me!!!
looking forward to your review. Thanks!
I’m in. @alyssatard
WOOHOO Comment!
Thanks for a great blog…I look forward to reading each update!
2 entries please (comment and twitter)
Please add my name to the drawing – thanks!
– Bryan
hello, two entries for me (comment and facebook). Thanks for all the good, fun blog work.
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Fingers Crossed!!!
I want to make sport … count me PLEAAAAASE ….
courdi95@gmail.com
Shared on Facebook and retweeted! Would love to give the watch to my wife! :-)
Count me in for Two, Comment & Facebook.
Sign me up for a single entry. Thanks.
Thanks for an awesome blog. My boyfriend and I get tons of information off it!
In fact, I do not want, BUT I HAVE TO to make sport !
count me PLEEAAASE ….
courdi95@gmail.com
Crossing fingers – EV of Naples
awesome!
Please put my name in the hat. Thanks.
I want it. I want it. That’s it. Nothing fancy here. No begging or offering up of bribes or favors. Did I mention I’m injured?
This would make a great gift for a friend of mine.
Sign me up for this giveaway. I need a GPS so bad! I mean like really bad! Mine was stolen over a year ago and I still haven’t been able to afford to replace it. :(
If you are happy with the Forerunner 210 I’m sure it is because it is worthy, I bought my Forerunner 310XT based on your great review! applied for 2 entries(twitter & fb, this comment, same usr)
Awesome job on the blog! I’d love to win this!
Put me down for 3!
Twitter-sixandinlove
FB-facebook.com/rachelle.avery
What a great way to get runners connected and reading your blog. Keep up the great work!
Cool! I’m in for blog and Facebook!
I wonder if the 210 is better than the 305. Who knows, I might find out?
I get lost a lot…this watch would do wonders for me!! Pick me!! Pick me!!
W00T! Count me in!
I would love to have this. I have never owned a Garmin and have wanted one for awhile. Not really in my budget and Joe/bf thinks they don’t work well so wouldn’t buy for me as a xmas or bday gift:(
I’m really enjoying your blog. Thanks for the giveaway!
Ray Maker is my HERO!
Comment & RT-tweeted (@albertpwu) so 2x for me thanks!
Woo-Hoo! Better than a Lotto scratch-off! I’m in…
3 Here!
Nice review, garmin should have a give a way.
But love the idea
Two entries please, comment and facebook. Thanks!
Cool beans! I can use this opportunity to practice my newbie blogging skills:
link to triwithfaith.blogspot.com
Many thanks, Sir!
In for 3.
Just in time for the Holidays!
Thanks!
count me in for two! keep up the awesome work.
I love the looks of this watch and the thought of having one myself puts a smile on my face. Thanks for sharing.
Put me down for two, comment and retweet.
Ray, you never fail to deliver the goods.
Now off to twitter.
Put me down for 2, will also post on my FB where I found this info!
Thanx
Love it love it love it! Two entries for me please. :)
I want in too :)
MMmmmmnew tech. Commented and Retweeted @etchagretchen
Getting more and more addicted to your site, your reviews etc. Would love to own that watch. Pick me, pick me, pick me!
Getting more and more addicted to your site, your reviews etc. Would love to own that watch. Pick me, pick me, pick me!
one for me please.
Ray,
Count me in for 2 entries: comment and twitter RT (@stephen_jeffrey)
Thanks!
Stephen
Sweet giveaway and I retweeted on twitter! @kattehcat
I just stumbled across your blog post comparing different watches to use when running…and then noticed you are having a giveaway. I would love to pick up a free watch!
Love your blog. Thanks for all the reviews!
I gonna win it.
Great reviews. Great giveaway! Perhaps I’ll be the lucky pick!
I love pasta, but I love GPS data more. I’m in for three entries…
1. Twitter @jeffreyweir
2. Facebook share
3. Commenting on the blog.
Seriously, though, I love pasta.
Comment/Facebook
mshow
Great Prize, cant wait for the full review too
Great blog!
I’d like one.
Cool.
Nice review.
Love the reviews – keep up the good work. (I RT as well, so count me down for two)
I follow you and today is my birthday. What a great gift a Forerunner would be!!
I am linking you in my post!
And third, I am linking your giveaway on FaceBook.
3 entries for me! Follower, tweeted (a few times accidentally) and drafter a blog post that will publish on Monday at http://www.ironchad.com
Fantastic! :)
IN! 1!
Great blog, I love reading it everyday since I’ve found it!! The FR 210 would be a great present to my runner wife, I cycle.
Count me in for two. FB post is up!
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Love it – Gotta Have it, 3 entries please – Facebook, Twitter, and a Comment!
Awesome review!
OK put me in the contest! Love the site and looking to buy a FR305 for running some cycling and Edge 500 for cycling based on your reviews…but why not have this too!
I’m so in on this :) Going to re-tweet right away as well! Wish me luck :)
thanks.
In for two.
Def want this watch.
Ray – Great to see you reviewing another great product. I also like your expanded reach with your weekly articles on Slowtwitch.
Would love the watch.
this is great! you’re awesome for doing this. 2 entries for me (FB and comment). hope i win! thanks
would love this for marathon training!
Min e mine mine!
would love this for marathon training!
I’ll take 2 please! (Also on twitter: @drewids)
Comment!
Another great giveaway. The wife would love this for Christmas!
-AE – Bethesda, MD
Excellent blog!
Oh yeah!!!