This product has been discontinued by the manufacturer. It's been replaced by the Garmin Edge 530, you may want to check out that review instead.
I’m DC RAINMAKER…
I swim, bike and run. Then, I come here and write about my adventures. It’s as simple as that. Most of the time. If you’re new around these parts, here’s the long version of my story.
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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 2024 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.
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Love to have another Garmin for my riding..
Pick me please!!! This would be the perfect present for a very special boyfriend who loves Garmin :)
Nice stuff, why not.
at least this works with P1
This would be amazing
Please
yes please!
Wow great
This seems like a fantastic device to get me training more thoroughly.
wow. such nice. do like
Me please
I so need a new Garmin, this would float my boat.
Thx!
hello Mate, Matey Mate.
Mine!
Hey! Mmmm I hope I win this!
I really need new toy for my bike
Yes please!
Christmas in August!
Sockittome!
Thanks for all of the work you do!
I’m wide awake….honestly!
Boom!
Hi I’m here
Give mommy a little love
Pick me, pick me!
My Edge 500 really needs to be upgraded … :)
Please pick me!!!!?
Let the Garmin come to me.
Me me
… Smart comment…
Just need to start biking and I can hit up some tri’s… this would help!
Love you DC, pick me please!
Come on….daddy needs a new Garmin….
I like to live on the Edge!
Need it!
yeah baby
I know I said I’d take the other thing and the thing before that, but I wouldn’t say no to taking this thing. Just saying…
M450 or Edge 520… hmm… wouldn’t mind either!
ok, wish-list items continued… awesome !
It is 90% the motor
i love Garmins
please would love it
Even if I don’t win I’ve learned about this Clever Trading setup…nice since I don’t want to train on the roads or the gym for biking or jogging.
in
I could use a bike computer.. serious upgrade from my CatEye
Want this so bad, awesome device!
Very nice.
I’m in
Wow, that would be nice.
Upgrading from my watch + handlebar mount would be nice!
I’m in – thanks!
Yes.
I really want one of these.
That looks cool!
Im in!
Hello here!!
I need it! =]
Yes please!
I could bike all day with this!!!!
Maybe I won’t get lost! Maybe.
Fingers crossed!
in
Wow! Pick me!
I could use those live strava segments.
one for me, myself and I! thanks :D
Popular one this – for good reasons !
baby come home!
train me
Time to start riding again!
wow
Yes please!
:-)
Replacement of my garmin 500!
Very edgy …
No fatigue over here! Caffeine on deck
A Garmin would be Great!
I am starting out in triathlon, and would love to win this!
Thanks.
Thanks for all you do Ray!!
Tell my husband stop texting me about the stupid giveaway
One more for cycling
I fancy one of these to avoid 920xt power dropouts!
Yes Please
I’m in.
Can I have two please?
fatigued? who’s fatigued
I want to replace my suunto with the edge!! it would look great on my bike!!
I can’t believe I missed the Tacxx!
I want one.
I could use one pretty bad!
boo ya boo ya!!
count me in
a winner is me
yupp go fit it
Don’t push me
This would be great for those long rides.
Bonjour, Ray.
Boy, I missed 4 giveaways between sleeping & work.