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!
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.
You'll support the site, and get ad-free DCR! Plus, you'll be more awesome. Click above for all the details. Oh, and you can sign-up for the newsletter here!
Here’s how to save!
Wanna save some cash and support the site? These companies help support the site! With Backcountry.com or Competitive Cyclist with either the coupon code DCRAINMAKER for first time users saving 15% on applicable products.
You can also pick-up tons of gear at REI via these links, which is a long-time supporter as well:Alternatively, for everything else on the planet, simply buy your goods from Amazon via the link below and I get a tiny bit back as an Amazon Associate. No cost to you, easy as pie!
You can use the above link for any Amazon country and it (should) automatically redirect to your local Amazon site.Want to compare the features of each product, down to the nitty-gritty? No problem, the product comparison data is constantly updated with new products and new features added to old products!
Wanna create comparison chart graphs just like I do for GPS, heart rate, power meters and more? No problem, here's the platform I use - you can too!
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.
-
Check out my weekly podcast - with DesFit, which is packed with both gadget and non-gadget goodness!
Get all your awesome DC Rainmaker gear here!
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?
- I’m headed to Washington DC – what do you recommend for training?
- I’m from out of the country and will be visiting the US, what’s the best triathlon shop in city XYZ?
- What kind of camera do you use?
-
5 Easy Steps To The Site
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 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.
Randomizer pick me:)
Definitely need this for Ironman
Does it vibrate for train tracks as well? Then you would have a train trainer or something
me me me !
This would help with rehab so much!
Just add the bike
Do you believe believe in fate, Neo?
It would be great addition to my training gear
I need a new trainer!!!
Nice, I would like a trainer like that :-)
Would really like to win this one.
More training is good training!
A little piece of technical goodness, please be mine!
Was planning on buying a trainer this offseason. Free would be better
Right in time for canadian winter!
Winter is comming…
Winter is coming…
I really need a new trainer
A great trainer I would like to own for winter days…
Looks like a great product!
Wonder what the minimum power rating is to register…hamsters likely have a higher FTP, but I would still use regularly!
Quero muito!
That beauty would make winter trainings a lot more exciting.
oh yeah!
Me too
I really need to lose some weight on the trainer! :P
I need to train smart, pick me please.
This thing is awesome…and I need a trainer…hope I win!
Greeting’s from Mexico city!
Maybe this giveaway will make me faster. Something has to work.
A trainer would seriously save me from the terrible Danish winter weather!
Yes pls
Why yes, I’d love to replace my Kickr2 with this…
Wow! I need it :)
Been looking for a Computrainer upgrade…
Awesome
Wow, amazing once again
Yes!
?
I live in Canada. Do I need to say more? ;-)
Winter is coming
This would be a real upgrade of my current setup.
Damn
Thanks for the chance to win!
Winter is coming…
THIS one!
The BMW of trainers, yes please.
could use this on.
This is insane!!!
Yes please
Hey ;)
not too shabby for Winter training
Winter is coming.
I’m only missing the trainer, having already taken down a PR on pasta and cupcakes! All training welcome here.
yay
Winter is coming, so a trainer will be nice
More power
one thing about bike racing is when it starts to get really cold, but it stays the same temp all season long baby….. O’ Right o’ right….
thanks!
Cool
want it!!!!
Rumbles? Cool.
O please, just what I need for the winter season
nice event
Neo is the one, send it my way
This would be great
Well, if you have one…
Nice
Me too please!!
I would love a tacx
This I NEED… for the days I don’t want to do Zwift on rollers. That can be dangerous. You’d be surprised at the number of times I’ve nearly ridden off the rollers going around corners on Swift.
i want to train like you! although currently i’m substituting cake for the cupcakes and rice for the pasta.
In
Yup…
Yes, please.
Livré avec des cupcakes
Me…..
Let’s do this!!!
(I wish) I am Warren Barguil!
Could definitely get some use out of this!
Rock n roll.
In
love it
ready for winter!
Would be the perfect replacement for my old elite roller
Yes, please!
Its a rainy summer, so this is perfect! although, can it be delivered 5 weeks ago?
Let it be me
Oh, I want to train with that!
Would love to have this.
Bike all year long Hooooo YEAH!!!
Would a regular old bike work with this or do I need a fancy road bike?
It’s that about I’m dream
Cycling made hard
Crossing my fingers.
Nice!
Fingers crossed…
This will be good for when I’m warming up for Stage 15 of the 2018 Tour de France… or over the winter as I re-watch Game of Thrones.
Thanks!
Looks cool