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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.
Yes please!
neeeeed!
Yes please!!
Count me in!!
I am in
I really need this!
Hope I`ll get this!!!
Hi
Yes, I need these!
Yea the Power Pedals!!!
Yes please!
I could use the power
Be nice to have 2 sided power, thanks Ray
Fingers crossed! :)
Very cool looking!!
Would be great to put them on my bike.
This is exactly what i need to get my training to the next level!
Let’s share the power!
I need the poweerrrrr
Me please :)
Hello-o-o
would be lovely on my bike
I’ve just started seriously training and these pedals would take it to the next level!
Pick me and I will crush the opposition on your behalf!!!
What a glorious day, thank you so much!
Would love a dual sided power meter!
POWER!! ?
Pedal Power
Yes please
Pedal power meters are great!
Unlimited power!!!!!!!
Le pouvoir est ce dont j’ai besoin, s’il vous plaît.
Want!
Thanks for this lovely gift :).
I’m in if you deliver in person during next tdu in Adelaide
This would be verrrrrry nice!
Here We Go!
New Pedals
Wow! so shiny! #gimme(plz)
I need power!
I need power!
I could REALLY do with these.
nice!
I’m in !
Trying my best!
I’m a data geek, power on.
Give me the power!
Been thinking about getting back on the bike. Wouldn’t this be a nice addition when doing so?
Keep ’em comming
May the Power be with Me!
I’d like to get these as well.
Maybe this time
What is the pyhsical definition of power?
Power me up! ;)
I”m just looking for first power meter…
Power to the people
count me in
Yes ??
More power
Looks like a great product!
Dreaming
Need these!
Such a powermeter would be helpful
Was thinking in buying this ones today!
Oooo, I need to know if I have power! :)
Hi Ray, hope you’re good. Count me in please!!
Let’s check Favero!
I want this!
Yes please. This is some clearout
Watts this all about then?
These pedal are a bargain at the listed price. Kudos to Assioma for bringing the cost in line with what a cycling enthusiast can afford. Ray, thank for this special day!
I’m in!
Time to dust of my cleats?
love it. amazing!
Seem like great pedals and can’t wait to get a set in the near future
Let’s power through this!
Pickles never become cucumbers again
need more power (metering)
Oh man, I really want these!!
Pick me :)
I need this!
This would be great!
Pick me ?
Very nice!
To quote He-Man, ‘I, have, the powerrrr!!!!’
Wow – would really love these!
OK, this I could really use. Please!!!!
???
thanks for this opportunity. Your website has been invaluable for making informed decisions.
Power!!!
Thanks Ray!
I’ll take them!
Great! Thanks!
Nice upgrade to my Stages power meter.
Yes that’s it?♀️??
Need and want
Yes please.
Great giveaway
Excellent give away. Good luck all!
Power to the people
Mo power