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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!
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.
Super power!!!
I’m in for this!!
Would be great!
Hi Ray
Would love it thanks
Maybe this would motivate me to get back on my bike!
*jaw drops somewhere*
Yes please!!!
Fantastic
Oh yes please!
Yes to a power meter
Sweet….powermeter!
Ooooh (you know I’d ask for the cheapest one right? can’t have a DA crank on a 105 group, it would look odd!!)
Yes Please!!
Off to London this weekend so weekend off of training!
I’ll have to get a new bike to go with this!
The only way I’ll get one of these is to win it
Here here! I need one!
Yes please!!
I need power!
big fan of 4iiii, would love to try their Dura ace power meter crank :-)
Me me me! Have all the power based goodness!
Thanks for the giveaway
Love the site.
Great giveaway thanks. Looking forward to FTP
Thanks for this giveaway
I’d love a sweet new power meter, even if it’s left only at first?
Will it be real “Power to the people!”? Hope so.
I want!
What a thing! Pick me random number generator :)
Who doesn’t love power?
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Made it to this one.
my Stages died today… so i NEED THIS :)
Thanks!
Nice!
Yes please
would be great
Lol! “Torque effectiveness of course being how hard you have to push to get maple syrup out of the tree.” I love your write ups.
I really want it
I could certainly use a powermeter. I’ve been shopping for one recently.
Got to risk it for the biscuit
Another nice giveaway!
Bring in the power!
Thanks!
Add me here please.
#3..thanks
I have plenty of power. But how much?
I’m in. Thanks Ray for these giveaways!
Just bought a shiny new road bike, this would be a great addition to it!
Or I’m up for an exchange with the winner of another nice goody (Fenix 3?)
Max
Thanks Ray
in
Awesome giveaway
It’s all about the power
I’m feeling lucky
If I win I’ll give to my brother who lives in Canada
dejavu…
Maybe with this I will enjoy biking more than running.
Very generous of both you and CT. Appreciated!
Power to the people
In, would love one of these
I’m here and counting
ok, if I win this, I’ll buy a bike!
Another nice giveaway, would love to win it
Yes please!
Yes please
Give me the power! Dura ace power!
I want one for my new bike!
Wouldn’t be a bad way to start with power
Now this is amazing: was still looking for a PowerMeter, this would be a perfect match!!!
Yes please
awesome!
Well, I hope I’ve figured out this timezone thing. Daylight/Summer versus Standard Time didn’t seem to be in the FAQ, so I’ll assume you’re talking about Eastern Daylight Time. :-)
Yes please!!!
Awesome!
Can I win too please? Thanks!
A must have.
Great giveaway!
Maybe this time I will have some luck?
Pleaseeeee I love this meter
Power to me!
Here I am!
This will really help with my trainer workouts.
Great, good site with in depth reviews well done Dc. Come on Team Sky another tour De France win plz.
Needs power
Heya, let’s win this!
Power meter to the people!
i’m in!!
Ooh Nice! Want one :P
Count me it
Yes, please!
Thanks Ray!
Power up !
Let’s see how this improves my cycling skills.
Perfect for professional amateurs ;)
Power Up!
Wouldn’t mind cycling with power :-)
This will look good on my bike
Yes please
This one would be nice!