The Didn’t Get What You Wanted $500 Gadget Giveaway

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I’m sure many of you received various sports gadgets over the last few weeks as part of the holidays.  But for those unlucky elves who received a half-eaten gel packet in their Christmas stocking from their not-so-significant others, I’ve got a festivus of a present for you: This giveaway.

The winner will get a $500 credit to CleverTraining.com, my most excellent partner in this giveaway crime.  By supporting the site through Clever Training you also can save 10% on basically anything they sell.  If you win, you can use that credit for anything from the new Garmin Fenix3 to a BSX Gen2 Insight to a random pair of socks to the 4iiii’s Precision Power Meter, or heck, even towards a new trainer.  Whatever floats your boat.

How to enter:

Simply leave a short description of what product you’d get and why (but don’t worry, you can change your mind later if you win).

The reason you need a short description of ‘’why’ is that if you just put a simple product name (i.e. A360), you’ll likely get caught up in my SPAM filters.  And nobody wants to be sandwiched between two pieces of SPAM.  Got all that?

Good luck!

The giveaway entry period will run through Thursday, December 31st, 2015 until 11:59PM US Eastern Time.  Winner will be selected randomly.  One entry per person.  The selected product/products will then be ordered immediately and shipped immediately, assuming they’re in stock.

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5,928 Comments

  1. Tom S.

    Definitely the 920XT Tri Bundle for me. The 920 does it all and comes with both the latest HRM and the new HRM Swim.

  2. bobbi

    I need a new Garmin!!

  3. Júlia Mendonça

    Forerunner 920, because my Forerunner 910 it’s old and lose GPS signal very easy

  4. Narbus

    Would get Garmin Edge 1000 GPS Enabled Cycling Computer

  5. Philippe

    Powertap P1 pedals – I need all the feedback I can get so I can improve my cycling.

  6. Christian

    Tough choice! I would probably go for the BSX Insight to learn more about how I could better train myself.

  7. Matt

    I’m going with the Fenix3 since my Fenix2 died. Even though they’re sending a refurb I’m ready to upgrade.

  8. Aaron

    I’d love to own the polar V800 because i’m a beginning triathlete with a small budget.

  9. TheHut

    4iii power meter for my mountain bike!

  10. Dave

    Edge 520 so I don’t have to strap my watch to my bike when I ride.

  11. Mantel Dab

    If i win i will buy a Aerus Biospeed Lightweight Bike Travel Case.

  12. Kyle

    I would really love a new Fenix 3 or possibly some other random piece of fitness equipment.

  13. I wanted the new Garmin Forerunner 235 and I actually get a cargo short!

  14. Darren

    Garmin Edge 520, I am looking to enter my first sprint triathlon and need all the geek training data I can get

  15. Yves

    Probably a garmin edge 520. Or maybe upgrade my bike trainer …

  16. Omar Espinosa

    Hi Ray, I need a power meter or a Garmin 520, undecided :)
    Thanks

  17. Bryan Krick

    Garmin FR230. It was on my list but Santa didn’t leave it under the tree

  18. Mike

    Garmin Edge 520

  19. Joey

    A subscription to DCR VIP program!

  20. Igneliz

    My coatch instructed me to buy a trainer to loose weight, so i would definetly buy a Tacx Satori Smart Indoor Cycling Trainer

  21. Meredith Albertson

    I would love to get a new running watch. I thought I was getting the new Garmin Forerunner from Santa but alas, i did not.

  22. Tremt

    I would get the Garmin 910xt Triathlon bundle.

  23. Blake Sills

    Garmin Varia

  24. Flo

    4iii power meter. Just got into biking and I think a power Meter would be really awesome to have!

  25. M Ted Droski

    I looked at clever for anything hand cycle related, like maybe a sport crafters indoor roller….but no dice. In that event, the Fenix3 would be my choice. Cheers!

  26. William

    I’d put it toward a pair of FR235’s. The wife and I are both due for new watches.

  27. Shawn

    fenix3 would bring a smile to my face!

  28. Andrew

    Power meter. You’re wasting your time if you’re not training with power!

  29. Andras

    As I just got an awesome FR230 an Edge 520 would be nice for my bike.

  30. Sam

    I would probably get a Garmin Edge 810 with the navigation. Because it would be nice to have a computer to tell me where to turn on unfamiliar routes.

  31. Linouler

    I want CycleOps Power Sync very much :)

  32. Carl

    A Garmin 520, because my 510 is kind of a PITA. Or a Fitbit with heart rate monitor to monitor resting heart rate. Thanks for the chance!

    Bon chance, everyone!

  33. Gustav L

    I would put it towards a power meter, possibly 4iii’s precision. I don’t have a power meter yet but I feel like that is the next thing for me.

  34. Alan

    A Fenix3 would look good my wrist.

  35. Nnerka

    Would love to try saris thelma universal receiver.

  36. Michael F.

    Kickr. Wahoo! Not the table. Need a reliable training partner…

  37. Robert Beier

    I would get the Garmin HRM swim to better understand my swim workouts and how my body responds to different pool workouts. I’d probably also get a new Garmin 235 as well so I didn’t have to wear a HRM on runs. Strange, huh?

  38. Daniel

    The Tacx Vortex Smart. I just bought a house and now it’s time to setup the sports room :)

  39. Kevi

    Probably Garmin 230 because the Fenix 3 I have is bigger than I really like.

  40. Seth

    Awesome stuff Ray, as always!

  41. Peter Eidegren

    I would buy a new Garmin watch

  42. Diane

    Either the 4iiii power meter or the fenix 3.

  43. Mark

    I’d go with the Garmin Edge 1000 because getting lost on a solo century ride is no fun!

  44. Geduotis

    Missing garmin fenix 3 watch for my running sessions.

  45. Dejan M.

    I would like to own a garmin fenix 3 as i need an all around and not just a running specific watch (which i currently own).

  46. Reuben

    Adding power to my training!!!!!

  47. Harriet King

    The 920 bundle as an all round upgrade and pre London Marathon treat

  48. Bob Goodman

    I would get the Fenix 3…..(unless a Fenix 4 is announced!:-)……….I am a runner, cyclist, hiker………so its the right tool for the job.

  49. Action cam, cause who doesn’t need an action cam.

  50. Garmin Vectors, or at least a down payment on them.

  51. Francis Paulin

    I’d get a Tacx Bushido Smart so that I can continue riding my road bike through the winter. The winter is long and cold in Norway ;)

  52. Funmi

    A new sports watch would be nice. FR 230 or FR 630, most likely. Any leftover $$ will go toward some socks or something small.

  53. Allen Joiner

    I would really like a new edge 520

  54. Davesee

    It would be power meter time. Would like Powertap GS 24 Hole Straight Pull Hub with DT Swiss Internals or Polar Look Keo.

  55. Sengdahl

    Fenix 3!!!!!

  56. Chris

    Garmin Fenix 3 to replace my Fenix 2

  57. Allison

    Garmin 235 – I’d love to incorporate heart rate training into my marathon training without the uncomfortable strap

  58. Mikko

    Fatbike(or part of it:))

  59. Nick Ward

    think it would have to be a 920xt… my vivoactive is nice enough but just does capture enough metrics for me…

  60. Bob R

    I would get a Fenix 3. It would be radical overkill and therefore a perfect present.

  61. Michael Parker

    I would like the Garmin Forerunner 235 as I want a watch that has a built in optical sensor.

  62. Rob

    I’d go for a GoPro Hero 4 Silver. Happy New Year to all!

  63. Dave

    The Garmin 520 would be fantastic. I could keep from getting lost and maintain a small form factor!

  64. Kyle

    I’d get a Fenix 3 or Epix. I’m an avid hiker so those two watches are perfect.

  65. Taylor Rousey

    Definitely a Wahoo Kickr, I’ve been thinking about getting one for a while now to have a good training option during the winter months and during the rain.

  66. Mattmc

    I would get the powertap P1 pedals please!

  67. Brian

    Redshift clip-on aero bars and an Edge 520. They have been on my list to buy (well and edge unit anyway…) for a long time.

  68. Squeegy

    Garmin Epix or Fenix 3. Getting new gear always increases my motivation and gets me out more.

  69. chad williamson

    I would score myself a power meter – I don’t have one and hate not having all the required gadgets!

  70. Collin

    Garmin 920xt. I’m looking at starting to train for triathlons this year and would love to be able to have power options as well!

  71. KPVa

    The red and white Garmin 920.

  72. Smart trainer. My ancient Tacx rollers are wearing out and while great for balance and keeping a smooth pedal, I’d like to try something more entertaining through the winter.

  73. Mafalda Rodrigues

    Garmin Fenix 3 not for me but to offer my farther he loves sports,especially swimming, running and cycling and we go for mountain hikes several times so this would be great.

  74. Dustin

    Fenix3. A solid Garmin watch that will assist in my training.

  75. Beth R.

    I really need new cycling gadgets. I have an old cycling spedometer from Target that is broken and yet still on my bike. I’d love a new bike computer, a power meter and even a pair of aerobars.

  76. nik xas

    I would bye a Suunto Ambit3 Peak Sapphire because it looks Mega Cool and it is a Mega Tool
    HAPPY 2016

  77. Larry

    Either a Fenix 3 because I would like to have connect IQ vs. my 910 or the Edge 520 because of the same reasons vs. the 500. Or use part of the $500 towards a Kickr. A dilemma I’d gladly welcome.

  78. Jordan Trump

    GoPro because I want to build a 250 mm quadcopter!

  79. Charlie

    I would get the GoPro Hero Silver and some comfy socks!!

  80. Clint

    dual leg power meter as I would like to start training using a power meter

  81. Ty

    Garmin 520 for Strava live segments

  82. John Wendel

    Fenix3 you know, because I couldn’t actually afford to buy one.

  83. Phil W

    This would be a great subsidy on the Tacx Neo!

  84. Katie M

    I didn’t get a Garmin Vivofit…mainly because I didn’t ask “Santa” for one…but wasn’t he supposed to KNOW what I wanted without me having to specify it?

  85. Tim Smith

    If I were lucky enough to win I would likely buy Garmin Fenix 3, or possibly 4iiii Power meter.

  86. Mark Hemker

    Powertap C1 or P1 power meter. I think I am ready to start tracking my power.

  87. Matthew Neugebauer

    I would definitely get the 4iiii power meter. I want to take my training to the next level and I’m ready to take the plunge into the world of training to power!!

  88. Chad

    I would go with the Fenix 3. Lots of options to play with on my adventures!

  89. Matt

    A ISM saddle for my road bike (I’m actually on the verge of wearing out the old one I had on there), a pair of compression recovery tights, and some new running shoes.

  90. Steve

    A garmin 920xt — my SO and I decided to have a small budget for gifts this year in order to save for more traveling in the new year!

  91. Dolan Halbrook

    I’d get another 4iiii precision for my CX bike, or a Wahoo Kickr… I liked my new pajamas but one of those would be better :)

  92. Ashwin

    Garmin FR235… I’ve been doing a lot more HR training of late, and this seems like the most complete solution I can get!

  93. Mike

    Tacx Vortex Smart trainer.
    Because I got hit by a car this fall training for my ironman. I still did the race, but my wife and kid want me inside on a trainer. Me too actually…

  94. Kevin

    A Garmin Fenix 3! My old 305 finally bit the dust, and I could use the latest and greatest!

  95. Jiri

    Fenix 3 would be great replacement of my 910xt

  96. Shawn

    Garmin varia to stay safe out on the roads. Or maybe the edge 1000 to help with navigation on unfamiliar roads.

  97. Aaron

    I’d get a Powertap C1 chainring so I could use power rather than heartrate for my ride training.

  98. Cédric

    Well, a Garmin Montana would be great for my next desert race ;-)

  99. Steven Machado

    Fenix3 would be my pick. But really I could use any of the gadgets.

  100. Mike

    A Wahoo Elemnt to hopefully end my streak of purchasing pre-release fitness gadgets that don’t deliver what they promise.