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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.
A turbo trainer and a training peaks subscription.
I would love a garmin HRM tri strap….. :)
Polar m450 bike computer, I got my first road bike for Christmas and didn’t get a computer. Currently use my v800 for all my information. Really want to maximize my training to improve my triathlons this year.
I would put the funds toward some Powertap P1 power pedals! I need a power meter for training on my new road bike.
Virb XE Cycling Bundle plus remote or crankset power meter
I would replace my recently lost/stolen Fenix 3 Saphire. Thanks!
Garmin Forerunner 325 looks incredible!
Definitely go for a Garmin Fenix 3. Had a F2, sensors went out twice, now miss having such an awesome device. Can’t imagine how great the F3 would be.
I would use it towards a power meter.
I’m happy with my TomTom Runner and Scosche Rhythm +, but the new tech in the Garmin 630 or Fenix 3 looks pretty neat!
I’d get a Forerunner 920xt. I train with a Forerunner 220, Garmin Swim and Edge 500 but I only race with the Edge 500. I want more data from race day.
I would love the Garmin Forerunner 235. I love the idea of an activity tracker and something for running. I could even use out during yoga.
I’d love to have the FR 235 for the optical heart rate sensor and activity tracker.
Garmin 920XT – I missed the damn holiday sale and I’ve been waiting since your last giveaway for a price break. Plus if I had this I would for sure qualify for Kona. No doubt in my mind. Merci beaucoup!
A Forerunner 920, because my 310xt is getting kinda long in the tooth.
Ambit 3, one device to track my biking, cycling, trail.
I’d grab me a 920xt to stop the asymmetrical biceps this Fenix 3 is creating.
I’d get the garmin variable, Cycling in Johannesburg is dangerous, even off road..:)
The fēnix 3 would be a winner in my books. I’ve been really happy with my FR220 over the past year, but as I’m adding more swimming and cycling, the fēnix 3 would be a great addition.
BSX Insight XM2. I love numbers! The more the better!
I would have to go with the Garmin Edge 1000
I’d use the prize to buy a bepro dual side power pedals, so I can get more data during training.
I’d get my boyfriend the head unit he needs to go with the powertap C1 I got him. I think he wanted the garmin 520. And maybe that wahoo trainer desk thing as we just made a “sporty” room for his trainer and treadmill. He needs a place for water bottles and remotes and stuff.
I will buy so many things or one expensive thing
I would get the Speedo Shine to see if it actually works for lap counting.
Id get a forerunner 920xt to really start tracking training sessions
Go guilt-free in 2016 with Cyclops Magneto. Urban living has my road bike leaning in the living room and each time I take a second to rest on the couch, my road bike glares at me begging for me to hop on. (it’s like a puppy who hasn’t been on a walk)
Garmin FR920XT or TBD trainer. El Niño is making outdoor training a bit tricky!
I was hoping to upgrade my older Garmin to an Edge 520.
Garmin 920. Because i dont have one yet.
I’ve been eyeing the Forerunner 235 ever since you reviewed it. Unfortunately Santa never delivered it to me. Have been interested in more sport-specific devices to move on from my 310xt since toning down the triathlons.
Powertap G3 hub! Because I need power on my cross bike!!
Garmin Edge 1000 to replace my older gen cyclo computer.
I’d get the Garmin Epixso that I can find my place in the world.
I would like to get a Polar power meter
I would like the fenix 3 because it looks sweet.
I would get the Garmin Vivosmart HR, because it would be awesome to track my heart rate 24/7 without wearing a chest strap. Also it’s sleek so I can wear it to school and work.
920xt to record all my favorite sports
Man oh man. Would I love one of those smart trainers! I’d put the $500 towards the Tacx Bushido. Winter training upgrade :D
Inov-8 Men’s Race Elite Stormshell HZ Jacket
I live in Canada, and am quite frequently forced to run in wet/cold weather. A nice, waterproof outer layer would make winter running a whole lot easier.
4iiii Precision Power Meter because I want massive thighs!!
Fenix 3 need a new training watch and seams pretty sweet.
I’d get a power meter. Probably powertap pedals, but maybe stages. Too much dreaming now.
I’d go with a Fenix 3. Time for some hiking in 2016!
Garmin Fenix 3 or I might save it and see what comes out of CES in a couple weeks!
4iiii Precision Power Meter and a gang of Clever Training water bottles to share with local cyclists.
I’m dreaming of a 4iiii-Precision-or-a-Powertap-P1-power-meter Christmas. Just like the ones I’ve never known….
I would get a hrm-tri and hrm-swim and maybe a new saddle.
I’d say a Garmin Edge 520 but the way all this cold weather has hit Louisiana, I might have to start looking at getting a trainer!
I’m sure a Garmin 920XT Tri watch will get me to Kona. Well maybe not :(
Well, maybe a new trainer, or a Fenix or ???
Powertap P1 Pedals! I have been wanting a set of them for a while but I also want a new road bike…decisions decisions….
I’d likely buy a trainer.
Hi Ray.
thank you for opportunity to get this gift.
I look for Scosche Rhythm+ Heart Rate Monitor Armband and compatible watch (Fenix 3 first option :-) , I am tire from my polar FT60 chest strap.
A road bike
Definitely I’d use the money on a powermeter crank or powertap pedals!
Polar A360! Because my current Polar Loop is dying :( and I love how the A360 looks.
I’d love the Garmin Fenix3! Just moved to beautiful Flagstaff AZ and that looks like the perfect watch to do looooong trail runs high up in the mountains, epic hikes, maybe even some ski-mo if things get crazy! Although with 4800+ entrants not sure my odds are that great. Here’s hoping!
I’d go for the Fenix 3 or GoPro Hero 4.
I’d like a garnin fwnrix to help me train for the HRP this summer ;)
Thanks
I would get the Garmin Fenix 3 because I need a running watch that also keep track of my daily activity.
The new garmin 525 (I think). Would love to be able to have live strava segments.
I would like to get BSX Insight.
Probably a number of items, starting with the Garmin FR230 as an upgrade to my FR10.
A wahoo Kickr Desk, of course – my ironing board just isn’t cutting it.
I’d get a power meter in the “crank area” be it arms, chain rings, or bottom bracket so I can get race wheels. I like my powertap hub so C1?
In training for my first marathon, I’d love to get a Garmin FR235. But alas, it has not occurred yet.
A fenix 3 – I’ve been running with my edge 500 as I’m a running noob.
Garmin 920XT, to help validate all the hard work I’m doing.
A Fenix 3 please! A great update yo my Fenix 2….
I would love a Garmin 520 to control my tacx vortex smart – thanks Ray – love the website
BSX Insight Gen 2 — very interested in how it can improve my training.
I initially was thinking Fenix 3 as I dive into several tris this coming year, but have a 620 currently which is fine for just telling my splits; so I debate about putting it towards a power meter (p1 pedals maybe) as that would help a ton with the cost.
Stages Power Meter
I’d love to get a Wahoo Kickr or Tacx Neo to see me through the long winter months in Switzerland. A running injury means more time is required on the bike, but without a decent trainer I’m struggling. Save me from the Blerch!!!!!!
I would get a garmin vivoactive, because my garmin demon died after I replaced the battery and the cover didn’t sit properly.
I would put it towards the Garmin 2S Power Meter. I currently use Heart Rate based training and want to convert to power. I like the concept of the power meter in the pedals because I can move them between bikes!
Garmin scale and other cool stuff!
garmin 920xt to replace older 310
Garmin 910XT, mostly because the vibration alert is so much stronger than the 920XT?
Top priority would be the new Garmin 630. That said, I may get one soon for a belated christmas gift, and if so I would go with the garmin vector 2S peddle set. I do enjoy by running and biking and like to keep my products all integrated with one vendor. No, I will pair my vector to my edge 810, and not to my 630 (because I can’t for some stupid reason (hint hint garmin)).
Anything Garmin. Because I live all things Garmin. maybe an edge 520… Please :)
I’d love to get a Wahoo Kickr!
BSX Gen2 Insight so that i can see if my lactate threshold is reached during the excitement of future DCR giveaways
I’d go for the Garmin Fenix3! Really liking the round face.
920XT Tri Bundle. The kilos (or pounds) have been shedding but it’s time to ramp it up in 2016. Good luck all.
I would upgrade to an Edge 1000, thank you very much !
What I want is a Fenix 3, to replace my polar – which is about ready to call it a day anytime soon.
A Garmin Forerunner 235 and a beginners tri wetsuit! I’m just trying to get started on doing triathlons after being a runner since high school and these would help immensely!
I would get the fenix 3. That watch is the bomb. Thanks for the opportunity to win, I love reading your reviews they are very thorough and helpful.
I would really like to train with power. So the Garmin Vector looks pretty sweet.
A Garmin Forerunner 235 to get rid of the chest strap …
I’d have to go with the Ambit 3. Their watches may be checklist-even function-wise with Garmin but they last so much longer, sync so much better, and have so many fewer problems. Love Suunto.
The only think that i’m really missing is the pair of socks you talked about x)
To keep my feet worm and nice
I’ll put them towards some nice bike trainer
Power meter cause I love data!
Garmin 930xt, first and best gadget for coming year.
I would get a Fenix3 cause I like them.
I’m interested in using the FR920XT to try out Running Dynamics.
I would get the fenix 3 :).