There's a newer model of this product. It's been replaced by the Garmin Forerunner 945, you may want to check out that review instead.
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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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You probably stumbled upon here looking for a review of a sports gadget. If you’re trying to decide which unit to buy – check out my in-depth reviews section. Some reviews are over 60 pages long when printed out, with hundreds of photos! I aim to leave no stone unturned.
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.
A new watch would be nice.
Nice!
Aight
Pick me!
I would be happy if I won.
Best end ever.
Thanks Ray
Best watch out there
Want that!!
Soooooo Sexy. I love it!
I don’t get to run often these days, but when I do in the future, I’d like to be wearing this watch.
Thanks for all the helpful info over the years!
really like that 935 in mexico will look great
What an awesome looking watch!
Yes
This looks awesome!!
Comment. Did I do that right?
Fantastic – thanks for running the giveaway.
Fancy
Count me in!
Garmin, Garmin, Garmin!
Why not? Fancy Clock
Yup
My FR220 is getting long in the tooth. :-/
Thanks for the giveaways. Keep up the good work; your site is a heck of a resource!
Saving the best for last.
Someone will be very happy with this.
Nice running watch
Awesome!
Pls based rainmaker
Would look nice on my wrist
A new watch would be nice…
Still hoping to get the Fenix 5….
I need a new GPS watch!
Wants so much
I’m not saying my FR920XT has worn out, but not like I’d turn this down…
Ok. No more kidding, this is really the one I want! Thank you in advance for your generosity!!!
I will finally have a better watch than my husband!
Long live extravaganza … thank you
Excellent! More hugs to Lucy.
Would love to try it.
I’d have to get serious about swimming
perfect to train at the gym
It’s gonna be me
Thanks for doing this, Ray!
Thanks Ray
Super cool watch
That would be nice!
Woo! Fancy
Watching out for this one…
Yep
FR for me.
Also a very nice Option
Good luck!
Mine 910xt is giving up now so this would be perfect!
Thank you.
The last the best ?!
Thhis will be mine :)
Thank you
would love to upgrade my fenix 3 finally. Thank you for the great giveaways
Oh yeah! I want a Garmin!!!
I hope
Thanks for putting together a fun day; we all enjoy the site regardless.
Last chance.
Would love this!!!!
Good upgrade from my Fenix 2.
Nice
I love you DC Rainmaker
I could use a new Garmin.
My fenix sucks anyway
Trying my luck for the 935 as I missed the Fenix giveaway yesterday!
This would be a very good birthday gift to receive!
Garmin Time… Thanks Ray for this extravaganza day…
Yeah 2
Upgrade my 910XT!
wow! you’ve outdone yourself! so many wonderful prizes today … thank you!
Big fan! Thanks!
Really needing this right now!
Last one.. thanks again Ray!
In need of a new watch.
OMG! I need this so much!!
Yes please
Ooh the Fore with More! I wish
“Watch” me win this
Bingo!
I like it a lot!
Already looking forward to next year’s giveaway. Thanks once again.
I want
The best of all GPS watch. hope I can win.
Fingers crossed!!
And now his watch has ended.
The end, time to sleep.
Thanks Ray!! Would love it!!
Timely
Thanks!!!
Wow
Plastic Fenix, oh yes!
awesome
Best one yet!
Only the best
I’d love to give this to the young emerging distance runner down the street!
Thank you!
Love Garmin watches, and it’s been awhile since I upgraded….
Awesome
Good to have a Garmin