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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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Think my written reviews are deep? You should check out my videos. I take things to a whole new level of interactive depth!
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?
- Are you willing to review or test beta products?
- Which trainer should I buy?
- Which GPS watch should I buy?
- I’m headed to Paris – what do you recommend for training or sightseeing?
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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.
It be mine!
Need a new watch
Nice watch!!
Awesome prize to end on!! As a proud owner of the 920xt, I would love to upgrade. :-)
Ciaooooo!!!
DC Rainmaker I need it.
Gimme gimme gimme!
Thanks
Give me a watch
Def solid 920 upgrade! Yes, please….
I KNEW this was going to be the last one!!! I have one but why not have another? You know, just a spare :-D
Yes!
Nice
my fenix3 is old, need this
Great watch!
Time to retire my 310xt!
I need a new watch
All but things must come to an end.
This is awesome!
Would love a new watch!
Best one yet :)
For my husband
Go on then.
I’m in
I’m in.
Fenix P yeeeessss!!!
I’d love a Harmon upgrade!
OK Nice
I would love to have this watch!!! Fingers crossed
Choose me, please!
That will be sweet
My wife would love to win this.
A comment
This. Would. Be. FABULOUS.
Woman gets 935
I <3 DC Rainmaker!
Yes please!
My wife wants this.
Let’s give away to me!!
I want!
YASSS
I need this
Great reviews. Keep up the good work!
Great for running!
Yepp
Pick me, pick me! Thanks, Ray!
Would be nice for running
It might be time to put away the vivoactive and try something like this.
Nice watch
Me me me pick
Me
would be great
Hello from Iowa
I never win anything …
Long day. Time to get some rest and dream about prizes.
last one fast one
Me please!!
Sadness. ;(
Nice!
Yes please!
Last but not least.
That’s what I waited for!
I need a new triathlon watch!
Awesome!
Yayayaya
Best things come for those who wait :)
I’m in
Nice!
Great!
Hi. Feeling Lucky
Good luck everyone!
Would be a welcome update
Pls tell me I’m not to late for this.
Yes!!
I could return my 5x!
Oh this is the business. Defo the next one I want
Pick me, would be a good upgrade from Vivoactive.
I would like to have this beautiful watch!
The pudgy lady is singing/
Thanks DCR for all these :)
Would love to win this!
Definitely need one of these
Hey, i hope luck will turn to me
Tri watch yes
Perfect for my next triathlon
The end :-(
Cmon baby! I’m feeling lucky!
YES!!!
Nice watch =)
I need a 935!!!!!
I love running!!!
My 910xt needs a replacement.
Make running great again!
This would work nicely.
Me please!
I’d love to get one! This is the best multi-sports watch on the market.
Please give me just this one
Want it. Thanks!
Watch out!
Great reviews!
Thanks Ray! This is why you are the best!