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 It's been replaced by the Garmin Forerunner 945, you may want to check out that review instead.
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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I have built an extensive list of my most frequently asked questions. Below are the most popular.
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In Depth Product Reviews
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.
I would love to win this!!!
Pick me! Pick me!
this would be great for a desert tri rat for me ..
Here i am
Garmin fan! Would love to add to my gear
I want!
I like garmin products
id love this
I would love to have this Garmin.
Thanks for a great giveaway
Hope I get it!
I want a Garmin
Oh yes
Please enter me
My Garmin 920XT is on its last legs. I NEED this!!
Ooooh! Yes please!
I would love one of these so I can get motivated to get back into shape. After my old one broke I have fallen apart workout wise.
cool
Tick tock
Would love getting this watch!
Pretty please with a ? on top!
This is the watch I have wanted. Here’s hoping.
Most definitely something I would use
I’m in
Would love to get my hands on this watch
Could use this for swimming and skiing and hiking
Thanks
In!
Last chance to win something.
To replace my 920xt!!!
Coolest watch ever! Love the color!
Last chance
I enjoy the tech reviews! Now for an upgraded watch!
I have 934 different reasons I want this…any more would be ridiculous.
Fantastic giveaway!
Me please!!
I never win ;)
Awesome ! Thanks!
Garmin mine
Me please
I live in the land of Garmin! (Olathe)
Would love to win this!
One last try
Time to complement my 920xt!
One on each wrist :)
For me. A runner.
Help my naked wrist!!!
Hopefully it’ll be coming my way.
Need a new watch!
Cool, love the Garmin watches.
The king of the multifunction watches! Hoooboyyy….
I’d like this.
I’m the only triathlete in the whole world … YES THE WHOLE WORLD … without a GPS watch. Bring my terrible suffering to an end!!!
My lucky day?
Quite a day of prizes
Thanks
Would be great gift for husband or daughter.
Yes please, need something for upcoming ultra’s & then back to tri season afterwards
The right replacement for my 920xt
Saving the best for last…
That watch would be a great 920 replacement!
oh yes please
What’s the one thing you want to see from Garmin on the next iteration? The 935 is incredible, what is on the wishlist next?
Perfect for my runs, and my bike rides!
Thank you Ray :)
#FTW please!
Pick me! Pick me!
Nice watch!
Please.
Yes please!
Crossing my fingers!
Lets get to training!
Thanks, Ray!
I like how lightweight the watch is!
I like this toy.
I need a new watch, this would work for me!!! please…
Last chance…
Fingers crossed ?? ??
Another great year. Thank you!
Cheers
The end to one of my favourite contest
Oh my oh my
Yes please
Of all of your giveaway items, the 935 or the Fenix 5 are the ones I’d enjoy the most!
I’ll take it:)
One last chance!
Solid wrap up, thanks for the day of fun!
Garmin rocks!
I would love to update from my 910.
How do we know if we win?
Please pick me
If I win a single contest today let it be this one
This looks like a great watch!
Yes please
Please
Very nice!!
Please, I could use the upgrade.
I would love to give this to the wife. She needs a better watch, but doesn’t believe me.
go on then.,
Cool
Thanks Ray.
Mama needs a new Garmin!
Yes, please!