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 It's been replaced by the Garmin Forerunner 945, you may want to check out that review instead.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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Smart Trainers Buyers Guide: Looking at a smart trainer this winter? I cover all the units to buy (and avoid) for indoor training. The good, the bad, and the ugly.
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FAQ’s
I have built an extensive list of my most frequently asked questions. Below are the most popular.
- Do you have a privacy policy posted?
- Why haven’t you yet released a review for XYZ product you mentioned months ago?
- Will you test our product before release?
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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’d love to have this one!
I could use this.
Count me in!
I’d love a new tri watch!
Thanks Ray for the chance at all these items, hopefully I can win something!
Thanks for all the reviews. The Garmin FR935 has some amazing features!
Pure gold
Very nice ending!
Best for last!
Upgrade?
My 910 is nearly dead, need an upgrade!
Yes please!
Can it tell time?
Great
Count me in! Thanks.
One last chance..
Please, please, please!
Looks amazing – yes please
I need a watch that can not only tell me what time it is but can also tell me where I am!
Yes please
Exciting giveaway!!
Me please!
Love the Blog!
Howdy
Would be an awesome upgrade. Thanks ray for today
I wish I’ll be the one
I could use a FR610 replacement…
Entry!
Sweet
Yes
Saved the best for last
Thank you for holding the drawings again this year!
Tri harder!
I promise I’ll run
Nice werable, need to replace mi v800 that died on me!!!
thank you for the contest!
I have a 405CX
Thanks, Ray!
Out with the busted up 910XT, in with the new 935. Thanks!
What a massive 24hrs! Fingers crossed for the last banging deal from DCR, cheers for the great work!
Nice
Looks good to me!
Thanks!!!
Me me!!
Please tell me the ‘608’ is a secret message…
I want it
Thanks!
Im in
Yeeee haaaaaaa!!!!!!!!
Would be ideal to kick off my tri training :-)
Why not?
I really want this DCR
awesome watch!
I am in
A frenchy in florida !!
Here we go! One last shot! Thanks for the giveaways!
Yes
I love this watch!
Comment
So many giveaways, out of control.
Wow ?
Would love the garmin 935. What a great prize to win (if I am lucky enough to that is!!)
Comment I did, win I will
Yes please.
Awesome unit!
It’s been fun Ray, thanks for the chance to win and for your great reviews!!!
I’d try this watch!
Is that all there is? Is that all there is? If that’s all there is my friends, then let’s keep dancing!
Plastic fantastic
Yes please
Throw at my direction please
The one I’ve been waiting for!
Please! This is the one I want!
Well, hello
Thanks
Awesome!
Best watch for last!
Fancy
I am the fore runner
This upgrade will make everything unreal
Love the forerunner series!
Would love to use this for my tri training
Yes, please, love the hi-vis yellow!
Nice
Thank you, I’ll have another.
last one?
Yes please!
Great idea! Thanks for the opportunity.
Now that is the upgrade that I need!
Yes please
Here’s my entry
I’m jealous of my husband’s watch and would love to have mine :)
Thanks for all of your in depth reviews. Fingers crossed I win this one, my 920 just started to fizzle out on me.
Very nice!
Website
Oh, I need this in my life so bad!
Wow! That is the BEST!!!! I’m not worthy… but I’ll do my best ?
Good luck you all!
One more shot
I really want to swap my fenix 3 HR with FR 935, wish me luck