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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!
Have some fun in the travel section.
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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!
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.
Thank you for this opportunity!
Ready to jump on the trainer, I’m in!
Great News!
Cool watch.
Oh boy…it’s on my wish list!
Best product review website. Awesome giveaway. Thank you! :)
I never win anything.
Roses are red and violets are blue… I want the watch and the duck too.
Cool watch include me in the draw :-)
It’s got to be better for training than using a handheld GPS
Nice WATCH and big DUCK !
Forget the watch, just give me the rubber ducky!
Third try to post… For my wife :)
must….have….watch
Nice !
Let’s try…
Yes please.
Would be really nice to win a polar!!!
Thanks for creating such a great site!
Shouldn’t the watch be in swim mode? Assuming there isn’t a waddle mode!
polar bear!
Yay! Up in time to leave a comment. Good luck to everyone!
great looking watch
Awesome watch
Great giveaway. Thank you!
Ok!
Wannahave!
quack!
I’m in!
Uh – yes please !
Nice! Just what i am looking for!
I want to win!
Wow, me likes this one to give to my wife.
Got a rcx5 now, would like the gps in the unit :)
Nice!
Polar watch … Sure why not!!!!
Nice Offer :)
Pick me! :)
polar for me please!
Well done!
Well, I do not have anything sensible to say at this specific moment. Is that a problem? :)
I’m in, Nice!
Excellent idea, thank you for sharing this with us
I’m in
Float like a butterfly, and sting like a bee
Still need a running watch.
Luv the Duck!
Oh I like that
in
Ducky luck?
Thanks Ray!
So, how fast did the Polar say the duck was running?
Ok, another comment – keep them coming!!
Yessir!
Yes! Perfect combination
I’ve always been a polar fan.
I love cupcakes!
Thank you so much!
Need the duck…and the watch
Might as well go for them all.
Great website!. Thanks for you time.
Amazing give away again, thanks Ray
Would definitely love to win this :)
Nice watch ‘n duck :)
Great blog!
Float like a bee sting like a bee
Hello from Geneva
me!!!!!!
This would make a perfect gift for the wife
What, no duck included? Aaw…
Thank you!
May the quack be with me.
Hope Lady Luck smile on me today!
Nice Duck!!! Oh, the watch is pretty cool too…
So glad the duck approves!
Great Watch!
Yes Please!
Thanks Ray, you are the best and a true inspiration to us mortals!
winwinwin!
Count me in
Great site/blog!
Cheers!
nice watch! i would really need it! :D
I love this giveaway action.
Thanks.
Great !
Totally cool, thanks for doing this DCE
I’ll take one of those please. Thanks DC and Clever Training!
Finally Polar figured out the integrated GPS. Love this unit, does the duck come too?
Go polar!
i wanna win!
Looks like a great watch!
Vamos dar uma chance a sorte. Again and again and again…
Count me in!
pick me!
must have :-)
polar seems to have made it right , ascent included, as per your review.
Great watch, great give away.
I’d like the duck, but the HRM will do!
Looks good
There are just so many comments! It’s amazing if not a little disheartening for our chances. Looks like a nice piece of hardware.
WANT IT!
I’d love to have it!