Heads up! The Garmin Enduro 3 is down to $829, some $70 off. That’s the lowest price to date on this new device. The Enduro 3 is notable though because it’s basically a Fenix 8 Solar minus the dive/voice features (and the Fenix 8 Solar/MIP starts at $1,099). Everything else is there, and it gets all Fenix 8 software features (and, insane battery life). Meanwhile, the Fenix 7 down to $429!
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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
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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 2024 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.
That’s great!
Alright, alright, alright!
I want to ride my bicycle
One to bike beside my hubby <3
Nice trainer
Im in
Yes
Watch out, Zwifters! This would make winter awesome. Thanks for doing this!!!
Next level trainer giveaway!
I need it very much ))
For me (mistyped my mail address the first time)
Please, please, please
I like this !!!
Train it up.
cupcakes!!
IWBMATTKYT
Have been eyeing this one! Love it
Well, is this for real?!?
Hi there
Yes, a new trainer!
I would really like this one.
I think you should throw in cupcakes and pasta with the trainer
Cupcakes! Dang it, I knew there was something missing in my training!
Yes – bring on the cobblestones!
Lovely
This would be very nice.
When do I get the cupcakes?
need a trainer
Love it!
4×4@500w
This has been a fun day!
Yes, Please!
Very good
This would be great.
This is the one I want!
With that there really is no excuse.
Winter is coming
Nice!
I’m already clearing a space for this in my garage.
I would love to train on this.
Yes please
Will need this after my cupcakes and pasta!
Yes! Neo! Yes!
I want this so badly haha. Thanks Ray!
I need this!! Please be mine :D
I was hoping for this one!
Yep! Want it!
Still have an unbranded mag trainer :(
Thank you!
you bet!
Yes Please!!
Nice turbo
Smart Trainer – Tacx Neo
Would love this!
will it blend?
boom
smart trainer!!
Wooow!
Mine is a welcoming home for gadgets! :-D
Love the site!
I need this to replace my “old” kinetic road machine
Make a great birthday present for my husband. Who I never know what to buy him ;)
Yay!
Pick me, pick me!
Woot Woot.
I like it
Wooow!
I didn’t event know that it existed!
Neat
Incredible piece of tech!
Im the man!
Take the red pill!
Fingers crossed!
I have a spot waiting for it
Tacx
that would sure help my training.
Yep would be awesome
HELL YES!
(Further to that, watermelons?)
turbo time
interesting
Thank you :)
The ultimate pain cave tool !
Winter is coming… and it could be another wet one.
I want to ride my bike
Any of these giveaways would REALLY help my wallet this year.
Certainly one of the best Turbo Trainers around, and I would be honored to win such an awesome gift.
I’m in!
Looks good
Yes, please!
Yes please
Portland rains, here I come
Yes!!!!
I would like to train on a Tacx.
Awesome!
Please, please, please let it be me!
sweet cherry
Ooftaaaay
Cupcakes and pasta are not half as smart…
I was going to say the same thing but was so caught up in just responding about the Neo.
Me please!!!
Now this is really a wonderful giveaway!
Yes please
Will be handy for winter!