There's a newer model of this product. It's been replaced by the Garmin Forerunner 745, you may want to check out that review instead.
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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!
Have some fun in the travel section.
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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.
Woot woot. Cut my finger tonight so this could make me feel better. :)
Hi there . Please pick me and I ll be very happy to replace my fr310xt :)
Cheers
Most excellent!
Yes Please!
Well, here is hoping.
I was only 3 for 11 today :-(
Next…
IRONMANArizona are easier than Harry Potter world with the family
Love the site and I would really love winning the last five away.
Wahoo! I need to show more speed.
In!!!
Missed the GoPro Hero 4 Silver, but I guess this will have to do!
Yes, please! Thank you!
This is wat I always wanted!!!! Pick me!!!
I would love this as i am training for a triathlon
I’m in!
Perfect!
One last chance.
I need this in my life
Feel free to pick me
Nice!
Watch!!
Absolutely
Holy! So much lust in such a short time!
This would be cool!
I ride bikes. If I won this, I’d enter a triathlon to celebrate.
Save the best for last!!
Here
Looking for a great new watch!
Please God let this be for me!!!
Count me in for this one!
My wife would love this.
Dear goodness me…please please please random number generator!!
Oh I hope I win! Lol thanks again.
Ok, I’ll take it.
I’d love a 735!
Pick me! Big upgrade on my FR220 and would improve my training data a huge amount!!
Oooh go on then, I’ll enter!
A great extravaganza this year – thanks very much for all the opportunities!
Great reviews, thanks for the giveaway.
Love this watch. The optical HR is a great feature.
In!
Nice nice nice
Me, me, me!
Me please
This is the one I really want
Last chance!!!! Call my number!!!
Looks great
Come on baby last one of the night.
What a great finish!
Yes please!
Great prize to end with.
Me me me
Thanks for the giveaway.
I have used your reviews to purchase several products through clever training. This would be a gift for my 13 yr old daughter just finding her own in the endurance sport arena. Thanks for all your great reviews and for considering my daughter for this awesome Garmin product.
Yep, I need this!
One more try
Fingers crossed!
Finally the one I have been waiting for!
This would be awesome!
I want!!!
Sign me up
Wish me luck!
Husbands last chance
The best one !
great watch!
Love it i want it!!
Hey…watch this.
Yes Please from Australia Down Under.
Yes please.
Yes please
Last one’s a charm?! Thanks for doing this, Rain-man.
Yeehaw!
Looking for a upgrade
Last chance for some luck
Yes please!!!
This would wanna make me swim
Yes
I always wanted to get rid of my hear rate strap for trail running, this is my chance!
I like the option to train without the chest strap. I would like it
My next watch!
Would love this. Please please please.
I see that you’re leaving the best until last.
Would love a new tri watch
Lucky last. Thanks
Garmin
This would be amazing to have!!!!
Thanks Ray!
I want one!!
If I win this, I will end my triathlon retirement!
je tente ma chance ;)
Please. So hoping for this one.
Nice watch !
Thanks for your work.
Yes!
Very cool gear. Hope to win..
Definately worth it
Time to win the prizes…
Oh please
Congratulations I really appreciate your job.
Here I am.