Heads up! Here’s your massive list of sports tech deals! This includes the Garmin Forerunner 965 for just $499, Garmin Epix for $429, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 Black Titanium for $735, the GoPro Hero 12 Black for $299, (or Hero 13 bundle for $339!) and plenty more! Go check out the full list here!
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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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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.
I like to have a stages power meter or a wicked GoPro hero4 for some downhill footage
I’d get the 920xt for a long awaited upgrade to my 305…
A Garmin Forerunner 235 because you said they’re quite good…
A new trainer because the current one is making too much noise which makes my wife angry :)
I have never had a dedicated cycling GPS – instead using one of my Garmin watches. So, I would indulge in a Garmin Edge 1000. Or the next version since the edge is nearly 2 years old!
BSX-insight version 2. To help me train more clever
Garmin Forerunner 235. I turn 40 this year and would like to watch my HR more closely.
Definitely upgrade my home trainer! Kickr?
A new Garmin 235 for running and a Garmin 520 for the bike.
Would love a new Garmin Fenix 3 to replace the 910!
Because I accidentally broke (smashed) my elbow during a training ride 4 months ago. And I like to finally leave behind my indoor-power-trainer and get back outdoor soon on a non-power-road-bike :( Without a power-meter (4iiii’s Precision Power Meter) it isn’t fun anymore. Like to see a photo of my arm? Good luck to everybody else.
I hope I can finally get the Forerunner 630. On the other hand I would love Edge 510 or 520 too plus a decent windbreaker jacket. So much to choose from :)
I will definitely use that gift for Wahoo Kickr. The harsh boston winter is approaching so it will be a perfect gift for myself!
Yeah!
Sapphire Fenix 3, so you only have to take one watch when traveling.
Garmin Fenix 3. I need this!
I would like 4iiii power meter, I think that is the best option to start measuring power in my rides and home trainer.
I want new garmin watch that will also work for my bike rides
Tacx Neo – perfect tool to help me in my Cardiac Rehabilitation program, and get me back to proper “outdoor” riding fitness again as soon as possible (whilst not deafening my neighbours with the noise that the current rollers or Turbo do…)
I would order WiFi scales – more DATA!!!! Just what I need… Thanks Ray.
I would get a New yoga mat because my current is getting old and a cycling trainer for rainy days!
I would go 100% for the 4iiii power meter. I’d like to install it on my tri bike.
I’d use it towards a power meter – exactly which one would have to be determined at the time…
I would buy a power meter and i can pay the difference… Excellent DCR ROCK
I’d go for a power meter of some sort, once I’d read Ray’s guide, in order to improve my cycling.
a running watch for my wife, probably 225 or 630, she recently began to run again.
Merry Christmas and a happy training – competing year to all of you
Oh man, I’d go for a Garmin Edge Explore 1000! Seems like a brilliant bit of kit!
A go pro 4, but I like the new Wahoo KICKR Desk
Fenix three, I switched to the Garmin App on my Iphone after my old Garmin watch died, and it doesn’t sync all the data with Strava…
A Fenix 3 for my brother who’s running the Brighton marathon with me in April! Thanks DCR
I want a bike! The weather hasn’t been cooperating for test rides in concordance with my schedule, even 4 days after Christmas.
Probably going to get a Garmin 520 once I get the bike. Don’t have that yet either. :)
GPS watch – Suunto Ambit3 Sport Sapphire
I can run in new areas without worrying about getting lost!
I’d probably get a Garmin 630 because then I could give my 220 to my son and get him off the couch.
I’d go for a new Fenix 3 too, because well .. why not? ;-)
Hi Ray. For me it would be the Fenix 3 or go towards a power meter. Happy new year.
I’d like a Garmin Forerunner 920XT to support me with daily activity tracking and with professional biking information.
A be pro powermeter to train better!! (with a cycling computer)
I’d go for the Fenix 3. Best looking GPS watch with all the functionality too.
I would get the Edge 520, because I don’t got a bike computer.
So… probably it will be a some kind of sport watch. Fenix 3 for example )))
Garmin Fenix 3, so I can finally track my swims and runs properly!
I would get a new trainer. My tri club trains using zwift. My trainer isn’t compatible. I’ve been left out!! :-)
I need new powermeter for my mtb becouse old one wasnt good but i dont have money for it so i hope to win
I think I need an extra 0 to this giveaway, because a decent power meter, wifi scale, edge 1000, optical heart rate monitor, spare set of wheels, …
so many wants, so little budget :)
The Garmin Fenix3, because I want more battery life for long trail run
I would like to get an Edge 1000 with speed and cadence sensors
A varia radar would be at the top of my list. I need a light and the extra functionality seems great.
Maybe a fenix 3, maybe a smart trainer, decisions, decisions… Why? None of these is absolutely urgent as my 920 and my trainer won’t let me down anytime soon, but just because! :-)…
I’d get a Garmin 520. I’m hanging out for the Wahoo Elemnt, but i’m not sure i can wait any longer. my riders are getting longer and the iPhone as a recording device is just not cutting it anymore as it chews the battery too much.
A power meter for my road bike would be a sweet addition but I’d need to consider picking up a few more gifts for the family.
would be cool to have fr630
I didn`t get a Fenix 3, i want longer battery life for more ultraruns
I think i would use it to get to get one of those garmin things for my bike :-)
A smart trainer to play Zwift.
Turbo trainer because it’s too wet and windy still
Id love to get the fenix 3 for some extra motivation on my longest ultra later this year. But would have to look at some the new garmins for my wife as she starts training for her first race this year
The fenix3 would be a great toy for Mountain biking
I’d probably go for a Fenix 3 or maybe go completely crazy and get a power meter.
I would love the Wahoo KICKER trainer desk you just introduced on the blog! And the new generation of Garmin HR run, it’s way more comfortable!
A vector 2s ugrade might be my next gift to myself…
Not sure if 500 would do it but would be close :-)
Santa never brought me a Fenix3 – would like a watch that could somewhat pass for normal!
I would get the Garmin FR 920xT because mit 310xT is much too old and ugly…
Garmin Epix because I want all the data.
I don’t really know…
it’s not that easy to choose there are so many things I would like.
Powermeter, tacx Neo,…
I’ll see when I win :-)
Thanks,
I would like the Fenix 3 my fr310 needs upgrading. Merry Christmas and a happy newyear
Definitely a power meter. I’m too cheap to buy one on my own, but would love to own one.
I’d go for a Garmin 920XT. Been cycling for a while now, and am finally making the leap to triathlons this year.
I’d love a new Garmin FR630. My old running watches no longer hold a charge and it is time to upgrade!
4iiii power meter, To improve preparations for the OD Triathlon as a goal next year
I would like the new Garmin front and rear light setup. Anything that would keep me a little safer on the road is always a plus!!!
Wahoo Kickr, because my current trainer is to loud.
I’d love some p1 pedals for my road bike just for fun :)
I would bey a whole bunch of stuff including a pedal power meter and a wetsuit just because this giveaway gives me a reason to do so and I’ve been wanting this for a long time.
A tacx bike trainer, not sure which one.
I would immediately buy an indoor trainer (possibly the Wahoo Kickr) because my son bought one and I need to show him who’s the best of us!
I really want to invest in a power meter this year, but as always Christmas is going to leave me counting the pennies in the new year. Hopefully I can swing a P2Max before the weather gets good enough for proper outdoor riding again!
Thanks for the giveaway, much appreciated.
I would get a Garmin 920xt Run. I’m an avid runner and cyclist. Recently injured my ankle severely.
I will attempt my first triathlon in 2016, but am currently limited to the Strava app on my Android device (no swimming data).
Probably the Suunto Ambit 2s and some running gear.
Great givaway.
Also, thanks for the reviews, they have been invaluable in buying a Garmin and a trainer so far.
I’d love a forerunner 920xt for doing a long distance Tri. The 310xt is starting to show its age!
Garmin 910XT
A GoPro and maybe a power meter as well, great stuff!!
The fenix 3
My cup of tea for trail rambling
Powertap P1 power meter, because I am really curious to know my actual power numbers.
I would probably buy some new running shoes and a GPS watch to keep up with my sons and husband.
NiteRider Lumina, because I get caught out by the dark sometimes.
I’m waiting for years to get a power meter but no luck yet, hopefully this will get me the boss of all cycling gadgets!
Garmin EPIX – cause lack of maps on Fenix 3 is so disappointing…
Ideally a Fenix 4, but would also be happy with a Vivofit HR for now and upgrade later in the spring after its release.
I would get a Garmin Forerunner 920xt to measure temperature and altitude as I run!
Do I go Gopro or do I upgrade my garmin…? A new laptop to download my everything might be an idea!
Probably a Garmin 920XT, because I am looking for a watch with barometric altimeter and some navigation features.
A Garmin 920XT tri bundle to replace my 910 would be great :-)
I’ll be getting the Vector 2
I’ll take Garmin Forerunner 235. Why? Just because
I want a GoPro HERO4 Black, $499.99, SKU # CHDHX-401
Because all I got for Christmas was a sachet of peanut butter.
an activity tracker for both me and the girl.
I would go for Garmin Forerunner 235 for my wife!
more advanced gps watch. I currently use a Garmin Forerunner 10
I’d go for the new Powertap P1