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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 2024 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.
Oooo the excitement.
thanks
Whatever it is, I’ll want it!
Need a power meter
Here
Will there be any flux capacitors at Interbike this year?
Love this idea. Thanks DC
I can even come and pick up the price as I’m leaving in Paris too
Anything I want! :)
Hell yeah! Too good to be true!
Sounds good!
YAZ
Personally I believe that the children are our future. Teach them well and let them lead the way. Nonetheless I’d love some spanking new kit.
I REALLY need some new socks.
What ever it is…
Wow, exciting!!!
Please
I love free mystery stuff!
Fingers Crossed!!!
So many choices to pick from
Dibs
This is an interesting giveaway.
Chiming in :)
What a fantastic prize.
Fingers crossed!!
I’m always down for free stuff!
Hi!
This is the best giveaway gift so far.
Looking forward to this one!
Nice idea!
Yes please! :-)
Neato Potato
Putting my name in the hat
Yes, please.
I like blank cheques.
Totally missed the giveaway extravaganza. Simply forgot. :-(
Wow, this might just be the best giveaway to date!!!
whoa, blank check! Keep up the awesome giveaways!
Thanks. Love surprises. This is awesome.
I’ve always wanted to live in the future!
That sounds interesting
I can’t say no to cake.
Yumm, exciting!
What a cool idea! *suspense*
Hmm, let me break out my crystal ball… I got nothin’. Guess I will just wait and see like everybody else.
This is the one!!
Sounds good!
I Love surprises.
Sounds like fun!
Cool!
I like this one! Thanks!
In like Flynn
Count me in
I am the unannounced winner, for sure!
*lucky giraffe placeholder* :)
Yesss!
I will definitely not pick socks!!! :)
The socks! Yes, the socks!
Now who wouldn’t want his!
Here’s to the future.
Blank check? Awesome!
WOO! WHAT’S IN THE BOX?!
Yay!!! Hope I win!
What a mystery! CT better hope my eyes aren’t too big for their stomach…
sweet, count me in
This is awesome. Thanks for the giveaways.
wow! Would like to win this one!
Sounds good to me
Thanks Ray
That’s a great idea.
Let’s have a surprise
All about the future….
Hi Ray,
Count me in.
Want one :-)
Always in motion is the future.
This is hilarious! I hope it’s a dropper post that makes engine noises when activated. Or a trainer that sounds like it’s working super hard whenever my wife comes downstairs. Maybe a Limits branded dog bed so my little buddy stops trying to lay next to the bike? Whatever it is, it better have a Taco Mode.
The future is bright!
Woo!
Sounds like a good thing to win, the future!
What’s in the box?!
I’ll take it
What will this one be
Nice, great idea!
Incredible giveaway !
Hope my luck is good
Ooh, surprise box!
Does this have anything to do with that movie “Blank Check”?
Sounds magical. Count me in!
The distant future. The Year 2000!
Hmm, how should I make use of this? Intriguing!
This sounds cool!
Mystery box giveaway yes!!
Yes please!!! :D
Yes, please.
Love give aways
I could use a new smart trainer
Want one!
The future sounds great!
What would it be?
Can’t wait to find out!
Blanko please
Thank you!