Over the last week or so I’ve been testing out the Forerunner 210 GPS running watch, which is brand spankin’ new and just released in time for the Holidays. I’ve been so happy with it to date, that I’ve decided to give one away. And while I don’t have a full In Depth Review put together quite yet, I’m happy to say this watch is just about what the majority of runners out there want.
And since I love the watch, and I love you guys…you get a free watch. :)
Like all giveaways to date, there are no restrictions on where the goods go to – so no matter where in the world you are, I’ll send to you (heck, with all my travel as of late, I might just simply drop it at your front door myself!). I’m going about this like a random raffle drawing, except that you can get multiple ‘entries’. Here’s the usual skinny on how:
One Entry: Simply place a comment below on this page, that’s it! No lyrics to create, or poems to make. No stories to tell, or anything complex. Only comments on this page count (nope, comments from 2 years ago on a post about pasta don’t count).
Two Entries: Three different ways to double up here. In addition to the comment below, just put a link on your blog (if you have one) to this contest page. Or the second option is adding your Twitter account as a follower of DCRAINMAKERBLOG and retweeting the contest announcement. By simply spreading the word, ya get an extra entry. (Note: If you’re already a follower, simply re-tweet and you get credit!). The final third option for non-Twitter/Blog peeps is to Share this on FaceBook instead. Surely you have FaceBook, right? There’s a handy button below the post for doing it automagically.
Three Entries: Triple-time baby! This is easy – just do all three of the above! Twitter (or FaceBook), Blog/Site, and Comment. Ya max out at three entries though…no quadruple dipping here!
See, that’s pretty painless, right?
Please let me know in your comment below how many entries you’ve qualified for if more than one, as it’s super-difficult for me to lineup a Twitter account named “AwesomeRunner28” to a blog named “RunnerGuy” to a comment listed from “RunningCowTippers!”, and I certainly want you to get all your entries. I don’t need to know your account names, just how many entries. Also, if ya have technical questions/thoughts/comments/diatribes/poems regarding the Forerunner 210 specifically, use that post page for those writings.
The winner will get a brand new Forerunner 210 (including HR strap).
The contest will run until Thursday November 18th, 2010 at 11:59PM Eastern Time when I’ll close the entry period. Baring any major travel snafu’s, I’ll announce the winner the following day.
For those curious on how the giveaways work (like the part about how these are funded by me…), here’s the full deets. Thanks all!
(Note: If you’re active duty US Military and deployed – simply shoot me an e-mail and I’ll get ya counted for all three. Just like that…magic. Thanks!)
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Keep the good work!!
I’m in for two entries.
Comment and Tweet
thanks,
BYE SAM
Great giveaway! I’m entering by commenting. :)
Love your blog!
me need for runs!
Ok, Two please!
Comment, and retweet.
I can’t wait to start training for the New Orleans Marathon with the FR 210.
Would love love love this watch. Thanks for the blot.
Thanks for the GPS-comparison, awesome work you’ve done … says The Pinguin
This awesome, another giveaway!
Three please (comment, facebook/twitter and blog (correndonailha.blogspot.com).
Come to Brazil Forerunner 210!!
Thanks.
Another great giveaway!!!
Love the travel stories as much as the training info. Good work with the blog.
Put me down for two entries. This and facebook.
count me in
One entry–thinking lucky thoughts to get out from under the thumb of my Polar addiction.
One entry for Brian in So Cal….Keep up the good work!
Cool!!
watch looks great!! sign me up for the raffle. thanks
Rainmaker – great site. All your GPS reviews give so much more than anyone else. Your tests on accuracy are also great. It is nice to know when purchasing a GPS unit which one is the right one to get. Keep up the great work.
Just bought my wife the Garmin 110 and love it. The 210 would look great on my wrist next to my wife’s
I will throw my hat into the ring for this one
You-hou, another Christmas in November.
One entry for the lottery, Ray.
Thanks for this new give-way and many thanks for your great job!
Love your site! It has gotten me through many a boring day at work. Count me for two entries (this comment and shared on Facebook). Thanks! (Tiffany Meier)
Two for me please! RT-ing on twitter (dmags311)
I’m in for all three entries! Fingers crossed!
Retweeted, linked to my blog, and here’s my comment. please please please pick me!
I’m in for all three entries! Fingers crossed!
my polar is dead !!
I love it! forget about the others and give it to me! :)
3 entries please!
link to twitter.com
link to michaelyoon.com
A tweet, facebook, and a comment !
Poster here and on Facebook.
Look no farther, the watch is for me!
Sweet!
one for me
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As always…I enjoy your reviews. Your review on the garmin 305 is what led me to buy the garmin 305. (Follower & retweeted @phil_martin)& Mentioned on facebook…3 Entries please.
mmm, new watch. Do I have to hold it up in front of me to have it work ;)
I want three tickets! Facebook (Aurelio Moles)and blog (RunnersWorld/Corre_Caleyes) add to this post
Awesome giveaway! I posted this on my blog: swimbikerundc.blogspot.com. Thanks!
love these!
Comment and Tweet for me please (@agrooters). Thanks Ray!!
posted it on my blog!
posted it on FB!
RT’ed from @getfit2009 and blogged about this competition from How about a free Garmin Forerunner 210 GPS? – and now I’ve commented here as well.
Keeping fingers crossed…
I need to replace my fr60, since my dog at the strap. This would be great!
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2 entries, Comment, and Facebook
Garmin Forerunner, what a great Birthday Present that would be :)
Ray, great blog. I enjoy reading it especially the in depth reviews.
Put me down for 3 entries (comment, Facebook, Twitter).
Looks like the 210 is a great unit. Does it calculate calories even for workouts when you do not make any progress – e.g. spin bike or gym bike when you travel?
TrichaseTri – Would love to win the watch. Please draw my name.
Love it.
I have been reading through your blogs for a while now, currently i have an inexpensive HR monitor by Timex, and my buddy has a Garmin, I like how it shows your splits in the mile. I also am spreading the word on my facebook too. Thanks for the offer!
TrichaseTri – I posted this to my facebook, and I posted here for two entries total.
Three please! Comment, FB and my blog link to babyweightmyfatass.com
awesome. i’ll take one.
I need it!
Excellent giveaway, at least it’s not a 405.
Put me down for 2 entery’s Ray
I dig the watch
Since I own just about every other Garmin, why not make it a full house?
wow! how super cool is that?? are you Santa or something??
well if you want to visit Maine in November and drop it off personally… :)
Put me in for two entries please.
1-comment
2-linking on my blog
Happy Travels and Happy Running
I was thinking about buying this one, but why not getting it for free :-) Your blog is really great!
I’ve added a link to your home page rather than just the contest page.
Super awesome! Thanks!
I twittered and facebooked as well! Thanks!
3 entries for me this time!
great looking watch
great giveaway ray, facebooked and commented so count me in twice pleeeaassseeee
I’ll take 2 please… here and I’ll be posting a link on my blog.
OOOOH, I could use a new watch.
hiiiiiii i totally want you to pick ME :)
i linked too
And again we go!!
and i shared on fb
Three entries for me: twitter, posting on my blog (marathonranking.blogspot.com) and this comment. Thank you for your site. Massi
Keep up the good work. Cout me in for 3 twitter/FB and comment
This watch looks awesome! love the reviews, keep up the good work
Like this Giveaway… :-)
all I need to do is comment..you’re too easy…do you hear that often? :)
I linked on the blog
http://runtothefinish.blogspot.com
I´m in the race …
In for the win!
In for 1 entry… thanks.
Comment here, shared on Facebook. Cout me in for two!
Two entries. One comment here and a retweet. Cheers and thanks a lot.
Love your blog (and that of The Girl). One entry please! Sue, Morgantown, WV
If I win, I can take this off my Christmas list!! :)
I love contests!
I retweeted your announcement!
Keeping my fingers crossed… 2 entries: 1 for the comment and 1 for retweet. Thx.
Hi and thanks again on your great blog
Great site. Lots easier than reading the user manuals,
Ray, you are da man!!! count me for two…one here and one on facebook!
I’m in for 1.
love to be the lucky winner – in for one entry – thanks!
Love your site. Thanks so much for having it.
AWESOME! My Forerunner 305 is about 2 years old and about to DIE.. I am in major need. I shared on Tall Mom High Five Friday and posted on my Facebook page. 3 entries please
I’m in for 3 entries! On my blog, and FB too….
I’m in.
Pour un ptit Français ;-)
ho ho ho, santa is coming to town early this year.
2 for me please, one here and one facebook
Chalk me down for 2 please! (Comment & tweet)
Big money, no whammies!!!!
Count me in for 2 entries (comment & FB share). Looking forward to reading the review on this!