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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.
I need this
:)
Hi all! Good luck.
This is perfect!
I would love to be able to use a trainer during winter here in Norway!
I’m in
New trainer would be grateful. old one is really showing the miles by now!
Finally a chance to do something useful in the winter? No excuses anymore :-D
The perfect tool for bad weather!
Tacx a lot!
Ride on Wayne
Looking forward to an exciting 24 hours. I need more gadgets!
Thanks Ray!
wow! how did you know I want one?
Definitely need this.
Things are getting really good now!
Holy moley…the line between need and want is blurring
The dream machine I’ve been waiting for
I do need a new trainer!!
Wow this would be great to train through winter.
My Husband would love that
That would make my TrainerRoad sessions a little more bearable.
I so totally would love this trainer. I could watch TV without running the volume to 120 dB.
Want!
Wow, this would be a huge help. Thanks Ray
I’m definitely entering this one
Yes please!
not sure if i can use a trainer in a flat with neighbours. i ll give it a try if i have the chance
I would love a nice quiet trainer!!
Although you’d still be pretty cool, you’d be really cool if you picked me to win.
Great job on the site.
cheer an englishman up :(
I love star wars!!
What can i say? As long as it’s related to star wars, i’m in!
Neo… do you Believe.
I need it for my TT bike!
Count me in.
Yay this is so cool
Sweeter!
This giveaway is Tacxing this extravaganza to a whole new awesome level. Many thanks! Prost!
Yea!
This would be a great upgrade to my current turbo trainer
Looks like a winner.
This would be a great tool to have in the toolbox!
I’ll pass on this one, o wait no i dont, i want it!!
Love it, need it
Here!
Awesome!
I want a smart trainer!
Hey!
This would be an awesome upgrade from my Kurt Kinetic. Thanks!
Would be perfect for winter.
I need this! Looks great!
Very nice one
Train like Jedi
Thanks!
Yes please!
I would really like these to sit beside my rollers. Except then maybe I’d be frozen by indecision about which one to use. No, I think I’ll be fine with both.
Yes Please!!!
Be mine please!
Wow now that is a great giveaway and would love to have it
Ooooohhhh!!!!! Yes please!!!
Will give to my brother if (when) I don’t use it
Pick me, pick me, pick me!
Slamming
Kwantumruisgoden van random.org ik bid tot uw, kies mij!
nice one !!
Neo would be a cool addition to the pain cave
Like rain as much as training indoor…
Okay, you’ve convinced me. I’ll take it.
Would be an excellent replacement for my Kurt Kinetic.
Oh, the sound of this…
Oh Nice i always wanted to be a star wars character
Awesome!
Will be able to train this winter. Yes !
In it to win it.
Count me in!
Who new a bike trainer could look so space age?
want
Hello Zwift!
The perfect asset for my own little cave.
Love this star wars turbo trainer
I need that
wooooo that would be most awesome!!!
Ooooh, who couldn’t use a new indoor trainer?
Love it!!
this is cool
thats pretty cool!
Nice
Fingers Crossed!
*drool*
Me please!
Pick me!
YEah!
Yep, I’ll take this one too
Really, that’s amazing?
Never had the expirience with indoor trainer (other that spinning bike) but this is something totallly different :D
This looks amazing!
I love the wings!
If I could pick one to win, it would be this, definitely! :-)
Another “toy” that I want. But can’t justify spending my money on it. But I’ll definitely use one if it’s free.