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 It's been replaced by the Garmin Forerunner 745, you may want to check out that review instead.
I’m DC RAINMAKER…
I swim, bike and run. Then, I come here and write about my adventures. It’s as simple as that. Most of the time. If you’re new around these parts, here’s the long version of my story.
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In Depth Product Reviews
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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!
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.
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.
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Thanks for all that you do! *rolling the dice*
Any color will do!
This is the one i want!
Thanks, this would be a nice upgrade for my FR620.
yes please
with hurting eyeballs
Superrr !!!
Yes for me please!!
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I hope I win something, I never win anything.
I would love to win this!
Perfect to kick training season.
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With any luck….
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Pick me pick me. woo hoo.
Thank you!
You’ve got to pick me for this one…
Ty for all the work Ray.
i’m feeling lucky
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let’s swim,bike,run! thx ray!!
Last one! I’ve made it! :)
This is mine!
It looks awesome
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My 310XT could retire… what a great plan.
Yes!
I wish it to be on my wrist
Welcome to home, Garmin 735XT.
Good one!
Here we go… One last time.
I would love this!
Yeahhhh
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Garmin Rules!
I’ll try again!
Tnx, an good luck to us all
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Finger crossed, thanks!
#1
The one.
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Me
Yes, plesee.
Last one!
Thanks for letting me win;-)
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last one
Please please please :)
I would really love this Tri Watch as a replacement for my FR910!
This watch is really good looking, could also use it to wear all day :)
Love your reviews!
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sned it my way
Last chance….. I want it
I need it ?
Dustin for the win!
Please
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Last chance! A chip and a chair!
In with minutes to spare.
Nice watch.
Here to win!
Lucky!
Nice!
made it.
You are so awesome for doing this give away. So much awesome stuff. Thanks!
Please pick me
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Cool. Me Please.
thank you Ray!
Thanks for the comprehensive reviews, Ray. Enjoying reading the site and learning about the future in sports tech.
Fingers crossed!
Yawn.
I can always use more garmin!
Last but not least.
Ok, I’ll try one more time.
Tri or Die!!! But seriously, it’s an awesome Christmas in July gift.
Entered!
Me! Me! Pick me!
Yes!
This would be awesome.
My 910 is showing its age this would be a cool new tool.
Thank you for the giveaways!
Yes. Yes. Yes.
After having such a crappy day at work, guess I deserved a prize :S
Maybe this time? :)
Please pick me!
O yea!
Need this watch!
I’d like this one.
I’m feeling lucky
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I feel lucky!