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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.
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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!
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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!
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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 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.
Would grab a Forerunner 935
new smartwatch
Vector3 would come in handy
I would get a Garmin fenix 5s, because it’s sleek…:)
I’ve long been wanting a power meter. Vector 3 looks impressive.
I’d probably cut loose and grab a Garmin FR 645 because it’s time for a new toy.
Edge 850
Garmin Fenix 5s !
One of Garmin’s new watches!
I am new to cycling and I am still in need of a bike computer. Thank you!
Garmin Vector 3 power meter to improve my power.
GoPro Karma Grip Stabalizing – i would like to record another ultra trail videos while iam running without shaking link to youtube.com
Fenix 5 to replace my old but still working 310xt
STAC Zero!
I’d go with the wahoo kickr snap because I don’t have a bike trainer, but I’m also broke so that would cover almost all of it haha!
The only missing item in collection is GoPro!
A new trainer to save me from the riding in the British weather!
Trainer to keep up the training when it rains for days
Farming Fenix 5 for me – I need a GPS watch for running and hiking long distances.
I’d probably go for a Fenix 5 to take it everywhere on my run, rides, ski days, etc
I’ve never had a power meter, so the Garmin Vector 3 is ideal! I’d love one so I can step up my bike training.
Whow, I would get a Gopro Hero6!!
I would get the Stages or Watteam powermeter as I don’t yet have one on my bike.
I would get a Garmin 645 Music because it looks (sounds?) awesome!
I would probably go with a garmin 935. Thank you.
Oh my goodness, another try this time.
I’ll either go for a Spartan, a power meter (vector 3) or just get a load of different running gear.
Too bad, they don’t have Stryd at clever training.
Many Thanks for making this happen,
Cheers
I’m thinking Garmin FR935!
Garmin 935 to replace my 735
Polar M430 as I am in the Polar family with M400 and am intrigued with the optical sensor (although will still use a chest strap for training) but would like the better sleep analysis. As I am a shift worker, the sleep analysis will help me in understand my sleep better.
I’d love to win, and get my wife a new Garmin Fenix 5S.
It would end up being Garmin Vector 3 pedals to make switching bikes less of an issue, as much as a watch to track and monitor my sudden running habit would be beneficial
Would love a power meter. Not sure which one but would check out your reviews and make my choice. :)
My Fenix 3 is getting old, so new Fenix 5 with navi would be cool :D
A Suunto Spartan Ultra, for my first ultra later this year…
A Garmin or Wahoo or XYZ Thingamajig…with the extra attachment
A new Suunto watch but I haven’t figured out all the different models yet with those extra long names! thanks!
I would put it towards a pedal/crank based power meter. Ive been wanting one for a while now.
Thanks!
Tony
I’d use the credit to apply toward etap for my P5
Probably towards a new trainer, I think a new toy will help motivate my winter training
I would love a Garmin FR935 to offer to a fellow triathlete!
Something for my fiance. Maybe a watch.
Hi. I would probably get a Garmin 935 for my wife. Her vivoactive HR has given up the ghost!
I would like to get the Suunto Spartan Ultra. That would be nice. :-)
Hi,
Probably a new gopro.
I would like to have a Garmin Forerunner 645 or 735xt.
Because i don’t want to run with my phone anymore!
I would use it to restock on my running shoes and shorts. Thanks!
Forerunner 935XT or Vector 3 or something else… :-)
Garmin FR935 or FR645
I would love to get a Wahoo Element Bolt to replace my aging but reliable Garmin 500. Thanks for the contest!
GoPro Fusion for some 360 action
Maybe a gopro or a power meter
I would love to have the brand new Garmin 645 – I love technology and this one seems like the perfect watch for me!
A Garmin Fenix 5, time a new good looking time piece!
I need a new trainer but not sure which one yet.
Garmin 935
I’m definitely leaning towards a new trainer, although the GoPro will make the girlfriend happier I guess :).
Would LOVE a GoPro! Working on underwater selfies is a great breath control drill, so this item will serve dual functions.
A new watch would be great!!
Would get the Garmin Edge 520 on my bike instead of using the quick release from my 935 (which is not the most comfortable unit out there).
I would buy Garmin Vector pedals because I am too cheap to buy them on my own!
Garmin Edge 520 for sure
A second smart trainer to get my wife off mine!
I would get a new power meter
I would like a Garmin Forerunner 935 of 645!
Garmin Forerunner 935!
would look at a new wahoo computer and hr monitor.
I’d like to get the Suunto Spartan Ultra to tackle some epic trails and chase some FKTs this summer!
Garmin Vector 3 Power Meter would be nice. So i can train in the winter on my tacx and in the summer with these power meter just like the real pro’s do in kona
Garmin 5s to my girlfriend for motivation with Lacatat tests
I would get Garmin 935 to push my training to next level
A power meter for sure. Maybe 4iiii dual?
I’d get a pair of Garmin Vector pedals since I recently switched crank arm length thereby rendering my Stages useless.
Suunto watch
Vector 3 would be appreciated :-)
A new GoPro would be a lot of fun. Mine is a bit long in the tooth.
I would buy a Fenix 5X to upgrade my old fenix, need the wrist HR for convenience
Stages power meter to replace my limits paper weight.
Garmin FR935
I guess the powertap G3 Hub, a power/cadence sensor is probably my next step, but I’d need to read all the relevant reviews DCR before making a final decision.
Unrelated comment: after readings many of your reviews and following your recommendations, I bought a Suunto Spartan Trainer watch (at Clever Training, of course), and been superhappy with it since black Friday. So, thank you so much for your help, you are my only trusted advisor on exercising technology items!
Vivoactiv x2 for me and husband for mutual cometition
Garmin 735xt do I can replace my old triathlon watch that’s on the fringes.
Definitely the Garmin FR935.
Probably a Vector 3. Getting a new bike this spring and it would be great to have a power meter taken care of already.
I’d choose the Garmin edge 520. No, wait, I change my mind. The 1030 would be better. Perhaps the Wahoo Fitness Kickr Power Trainer.
Either Go Pro or Wahoo Bolt
I’ve been eyeing a new Garmin Fenix 5X to replace my aging Forerunner 305.
Garmin Vector 3 powermeter, because I dont have that yet!
Wahoo Kickr – I have recently got a secondhand set of P1 pedals, but I’ve still only got a wheel-on mag trainer and as I don’t have a spare wheel I’m destroying my nice outdoor tyres!
The new Garmin Fenix 5 will look really good on my arm :)
A Garmin watch because my Suunto seems to be failing these days.
I would look at the HERO 6 and maybe extra batteries as I begin to venture into more video on my trail running and other sports activities, plus pool time with the kiddos.
I would like the new Garmin Fenix 5x to get maps while trail running.
I want that! :D
I like the new FR 645, music or no music I can’t decide.
Suunto Spartan Ultra, just because of all the things it covers that I’ll never do !!
Gopro hero6 need to replace my Sony actioncam.
gopro hero
A tri-Watch
I’m thinking a Wahoo Elemnt to replace my Garmin Edge 820 which after 16 months of use can’t hold a battery charge for even a 30-40 mile ride w/o going into battery save mode. Maybe the rest towards a GoPro Hero 5..
Tacx Flux – because i need a good reason to actually train this winter.