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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.
The Garmin Forerunner 235…I got some great gear this Christmas, but would love to have a decent running watch, all the better to obsess over stats ;)
I’d go for the garmin 520 as it seems like it is best bang for your buck when it comes to cycling computers. Maybe if I have a bit left over I’ll get some spare inner tubes, as I am constantly going through them :)
I’ve always wanted a power meter but haven’t been able to justify buying one for myself, much less asking for one as a gift. If I won I’d either finally pull the trigger on one or get a Garmin Varia radar kit to protect myself more on solo rides.
Would love a Garmin FR235. My wife thinks my current Garmin is ugly (it is), plus the onboard HR monitor would be fun.
I’d like a new tri bike! But certainly would take a new Garmin 920XT. Or possibly a new Fitbit or Garmin vivofit. I don’t know……so many choices!
I would get the Garmin Smart Scale to go with my new fenix 3.
I would like 4iiii power meter instead of my powercal for more accurate data of my cycling training.
I have been really dreaming of a good tri watch that would have a gps for open water swimming. Being just a recreational triathlete with 3 kids unfortunately an expensive watch/HRM monitor (like Garmin 920 XT) is totally unaffordable. So thats definitely one of the items I dream about.
I’ll definitely get the Garmin fenix best overall
A GoPro Hero4 for taking shot from biking or skiing.
I’d get the Garmin Forerunner 235…that’s what I really wanted to begin with!
I’d like to have the new Garmin 235 because I’m sick of wearing heart rate straps.
I would like the Garmin FR 630, just to geek it even more after the run!
I will get a 4iiis power meter to improve the wayI train on my bike :)
I’d get a Garmin Forerunner [something]. Not sure which one is best for me. 630 probably. :)
I need new bike shoes, a new swim suit, swim fins, and tri shorts! I didn’t get any of these because my friends and family don’t understand my Triathlon problem :( #womp
An Edge 520!
A Yeti cooler. Why? Because all of this training is making me thirsty!
Fenix 3, because I’d love a top notch GPS watch
Powertap C1! I was thinking of other options until I read your review!
Prob GoPro Bundle #2 garmin 520
Video for hikes and Cycling
Gotta be the wahoo table, amiright?
A 4iiii precision power meter. would like to use it with the Cannondale SiSL crank that came with my bike.
Scosche hr monitor and a Fenix 3 – been looking for any reason to get my hands on them.
The Powertap Pedals for sure. I’ve been looking at those for a few months thanks to your review.
Amazing! hmm… I tend to go for 4iii’s powermeter since that’s basicly something I’d buy if it didn’t cost as it does. Either that, or the Fenix 3, for the looks and as an upgrade for my 910.
I’d get one of the GoPro cameras, so I can do foolish things that I would not do if I did not have a GoPro. Or maybe several pair of new bike shorts.
action camera or some running watches
Garmin Vector power meter – because the more data you get the more exciting it gets playing with Strava.
Since I’ve just bought a Garmin 920XT and trainers aren’t shipped internationally I would like a Garmin VIRB XE
My festivus request is Powertap P1 Power Pedals or some other dual leg powermeter.
Happy Holidays!
With a new Garmin Edge 820 on my bike, I can hand down my Forerunner 305, repurposed as a cycling computer, to someone who starts running as a New Years resolution.
Fenix 3!! Who wouldn’t want one of the most impressive sport watches currently on the market! ;)
Suunto ambit3 sport with heart rate strap for cycling and swimming because of your review, the colour choices white or blue) and the cost.
A garmin edge 810 for when i hit the road. The navigation on my Fenix 3 can be a bit tricky when cycling on the paths here on Holland.
Eyeing the Fenix 3. Picked up the M400 based on the review here. Digging it but will be looking to upgrade as I tackle new goals.
Thanks for the work!
I would get a Garmin forerunner 630 and the Varia radar lights
A Garmin Fenix – have been working on multiple sports this past year and would like one watch to cover them all!
4iiii power meter – to improve my road riding times!
Garmin Forerunner 630.
I’d buy a Garmin Fenix 3. This watch ticks every box for me and my sports watch requirements
A GoPro Hero4 Silver! I ride motorcycles and cycle quite a bit, so it’d be interesting to capture some shots to share with my friends.
Garmin 520 to give me a handle bar based computer rather than my watch or phone
4 iiii’s Precision Power meter which I’ve been dreaming on for a while. Thanks!
Fenix 3 to get all the functions for training, hikes and every day use in the everyday office.
Edge 1000
I’d love to get the money towards a wahoo kickr!!!
Garmin 630 because I bought the 235, selling my 620 and Mio and now realise that Garmins in house optical sensor is rubbish. I want the 630 now.
GoPro HERO4 Silver DCRainmaker Bundle. I know that I need it, but haven’t convinced my wife so far, so coincidentally Santa didn’t bring me one this year.
I would buy the Garmin 920xt. Ticks all the boxes???
I’d go for a Garmin Fenix 3, it was out of budget when I was choosing my Christmas treat…
Think it’s time for a new GoPro now that I have a 4K tv.
I’d love the Forerunner 235 ! It would make a great training tool for me !
Garmin Fenix 3, definitely
a Fenix 3 to replace my old Ambit 2s
All I wanted for Christmas was a Fenix3 to be like the cool kids.
Power Tap C1 power meter. My training doesn’t have enough data.
A garmin edge unit because I’m injuried and I cannot run so I started cycling ;)
I’d get another power meter or some Garmin gadget. Both eould be handy.
Garmin Fenix 3, It has everything that I need and it is waterproof
Definitely a power meter, so many to choose from!
Hi Ray
The Garmin edge 520, so I can get messages on the go. Having to stop and pull out the phone is a pain. Either you miss the important one cos you didn’t hear it, or you stop for the message that could wait.
Thanks and hope you have a great New Year!
stages for second bike.. always dangerous when you have one….
I would buy a Garmin 630 with HR and a pair of compression socks from CEP. =D
I’d get a new Garmin. (model undecided)
I didn’t get a Fenix 3 from Santa!
Garmin vector 2 pedals. I’m keen to get myself a power meter at last.
I would get a Wahoo KICKR so I wouldn’t have any more excuses!
I’d like credit towards a new trainer because I don’t work out and am out of shape and want something that will help me get in shape in the comfort of my home.
I would buy à new NAS-server. Mine broke down today! :-(
I would buy the 4iiii powermeter, because I’m still happy with my bike as it is, but a powermeter would make it a more efficient training tool
The Suunto Ambit3 would fit nice on my wrist
I have worn my Polar V800 non-stop since I got it last year and it’s looking a little “used” so I think I would put the money towards a replacement. Thanks Ray and Clever Training for running these giveaways!
I’d get a Garmin Edge 520. And ‘why?’ you’d ask…two reasons:
1) It is the DCR-recommended gear best suited to replace my 5YO Garmin Edge 500 with its cracked screen and painfully slow (2-3 mins) boot-up times;
2) Both of the kiddos had outgrown their bikes, so like the good avid-cyclist dad that I am, felt compelled to get them onto more suitable rides first before replacing my own still usable but less-than-ideal bike gear upgrade.
Appreciate the regular give-away opportunities!
I would love a smart trainer – I’d have no excuse to get a “ride” in at anytime (and Zwift looks fun too). Given a choice, it would have to be the Wahoo KickR.
I think the Garmin Varia Rearview Radar Tail Light would be my choice. Why? I don’t like when cars drive by to close and to fast – with the radar at least I would know when something was getting close.
Garmin Fenix 3, as it’s good for sports and military training.
I would get a Garmin 235 to replace the 225 that is out of date after only 4 months….
I would get a Garmin Edge 520 to replace my 810 in races.
Hi, Happy Christmas!! I’d put it towards a new trainer, cause I already swim and run but I would love to start cycling too!!. Thanks Ray!
I’d choose the Garmin Fenix3
to be honest I don think I need it, but come on! that design on a unit like that… I WANT IT!
I think my husband would like a new bike trainer!
I would get the kickr stationary
I’d love the 4iiii power meter please to supplement my Kickr and IRL riding in Darwin Australia.
Garmin Edge 1000
I would get new Garmin Forerunner 630.
DC, I would go with the Garmin 520. Would look nice to the new Fenix 3 I think :)
I would go with Garmin Varia Radar and Light as this season I want to put more mileage on the bike and these are useful accessories :-)
I’d go for a Fenix 3!
Because it has it all, Fenix 3
The 4iiii power meter would be great! I’ve never owned a power meter. The training benefits would surely pay off.
Run Chris Run!
Road to Boston ’17 starts tomorrow!
I need that Fenix 3, cause this Apple Watch isn’t going to cut it.
Garmin 630 would be a lovely little thing to help with my first marathon training!
Felix3!
I would shop for yoga items starting with the Teeki Yoga Hot Pant – Northern Lights!!
I would get the 920XT, as it does what I need it to do, plus extra
I would get a dedicated bike computer, either Garmin or Polar, with a mapping function so I can have a better idea of where I am when I’m lost.
I’d go for the Garmin Edge 1000 – simply because my eyesight isn’t what it used to be, and the largish screen – as well as the other advanced features – will be an upgrade from my present Edge 800.
Fenix 3. My Garmin 610 is held together by tape so I need a new watch and the Fenix best meets my requirements.
Garmin 920…!!!