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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.
Thanks for posting paces and distances in metric as well, very appreciated!
Hey Ray luv the blog! Just was wondering if I am missing the review for your Adidas running watch that you are wearing in this post. I am on the verge of upgrading and looking for the best thing for me and the display on your watch looks great.
I’m working towards a review no later than November 22nd for the Adidas unit (it just came about a week ago).
In the meantime, here’s my initial thoughts:
link to dcrainmaker.com
And, the unboxing:
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amazing! running for chocolate story is very funny. eat up.
hey just seen you meantioned you are comming to brazil, where you are going i am living in campinas near sao paulo area , perhaps you have time for a run or talk let me know..
marc
Hey Ray!
Give us a heads up when your’e headed to NY!!!
Please????
Cheers!
This is why I adore your blog. :)
I am often in Tel Aviv but won’t be there when you are. If you have time go to the dead sea and test your ABC watches at -400m altitude (for running the Sea of Galilee is much better, i.e. not a desert, has stunning views but only -200m)
Is the Adidas Smart Run… chocolate syrup proof?
No, it’s not IPX7 compliant.
So we all know your running pace is pretty awesome, but how’s your chocolate eating pace? Guesstimate on time to devour that chocolate airplane? ;-)
Timely post (today) on the French national news website stating that eating chocolate does not get you fat, and even helps you lower your overall abdominal fatty tissues.
I am sure there are some caveats, but pretty interesting given the timing of the post.
Cheers
link to radio-canada.ca
Hi Ray!
I do not plan to go to Tel Aviv, but your post made me react because it makes me realize how often I must come accross you without noticing. I am French, living in Paris quite close to your home apparently, … I know very well the district where you live as I have been in this area for 15 years! I also like to go running & cycling on the Quais de Seine, Bois de Boulogne, Tuileries, … Actually, I’ve done almost the same tour as you did a few times. And I was also at the Chocolate fair and came accross the Marathon (but I was on my bike)!
It would be nice to meet you sometime.
I plan to replace my Garmin watch for a new triathlon unit & also my bike (for a Cervelo), which is why I initially accidently found your website.
Now I come quite often, for pleasure and not only for technical advice!
Thank’s & congratulations for all this work
Dude! You’re totally nuts. I don’t understand how you can be so freaking prolific in your blogging, travels, reviews, … it boggles.
Hello DC! Finally you will make it to Brazil and South America, right! Great country and great people! If you come to Belo Horizonte, let me now so we can arrange some runs/swims/rides! Or maybe some new foods tour!
link to youtu.be
Short video of cycling activities in Belo Horizonte area!
This sight is the perfect blend of product and personal. I check daily for new posts and really miss when nothing is posted (though I certainly understand with your hectic schedule). I do really miss when there is no “Week in Review” post – you seem to always find some gems.
Hi Ray
I’m from haifa, it’s about 80km north of tel aviv, so going there is not a problem, what do you have in mind ?
Hi Ray
I’m from haifa, it’s about 80km north of tel aviv, so going there is not a problem
what do you have in mind ?
Love the idea of running right before a fair! Might need to try that for the San Diego county fair next year. Really liked the pics of your Paris run.
Hey Ray,
Didn’t know that you do meet-ups.
If you ever come by to Malaysia and want to try some local food, drop me a word :)
Hi! I live in TA and would be happy to welcome you to the city! Let me know what you’re thinking of. Lisa
Hi Rai,
I’m following your posts for more than a year now. I’m a marathon and trail runner and also working in IT.
I’m wondering what kinf of role you can have in the IT world to justify a 22h+ travel for one business day ?!
Any chance to meet you in Switzerland soon ?
Nice you are coming to Brazil. Where? Rio?
Rio, SP. End of the month, though, still need to book my flights…eek!
Hi, Ray! I stopped by looking for some race recap but I found something much more interesting…CHOCOLATE! OMG!!! You’ve made a really interesting blog, and I’m going to need some time to read ALL the info you have here. Congrats! And I envy you and the Girl for living in such a beautiful place to run around…!
Hi Ray,
Welcome to Tel Aviv!
Please drop me mail if you would like to have a Saturday morning run with our team (November 23rd).
Bring your bike to Rio! We have really nice montains to climb (or run…)