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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
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.
Would I get lucky again?
yep
Powerrrrrrrrr………….
More powa
Need new pedals too
Would be my first powermeter pedals
Fingers crossed!
Almost missed this one
I’m in. Love these little guys. Switching across bikes is fantastic
Thanks for all your great reviews!
Thx dcrainmaker
Thanks again!
great!
Yes please!
More power!
Wow. Yes please.
Yes please
I really need these
yes please!
Power baby
Maybe I’ll get lucky?
Like them
Love it
Posting a comment
I’d like to test it ;)
Yes please.
Nice gift ?
Thanks a lot !
Yes please
Would not mind a set of pedals.
Yes Please
Thanks Ray!!
I don’t have power meter at the moment these would be good to win
In for the win.
Fingers crossed…
Thanks!
Wow, now that’s quite a thing!
I would love to have these power meter pedals ?
Cycling for life!
pedals!
Bring on the power!
let’s see!
One of these would be wicked.
Yay! Yes please.
Nice
Cool
I’m in!
Great stuff, pedals!!!
Bananas!
I need that :D
This would be my first PM
Wow! Cool
These power meter pedals are enticing
sign me up!
I’d love to win these….!
Whewee, got in just in time. Great site DCR!
I really need them!
These would be awesome!
If I win, can I also get some of that bacon dental floss?!
Yes please
Bring on the Power
Its a start ;)
Looking forward to pedals
I like it
Awesome!!
Like this…. and I can pronounce it correctly. I guesss
Faverooo
To early in the morning to say anything coherent.
Just in time
These are perfect
Here we go again!
I need these!
I’ve always wanted a power meter.
I want those!
Keep on trucking Ray !!
Always useful!
Boop boop
Power!
Beauty
See you on the Ronde Hoep!
Me
Would love to have it!
Nice kit
Would love to win these
Just bought my first roadbike and noticed that I really do need a powermeter for efficient training. As much as I love cycling, it is just so much more complicated than running!
i would have to change my bike computer :-)
Would look good on my bike.
Awesome
yes please
I really need a new pm….
Cats with hats!
Nice!!
I hope I win.
Awesome!
I could pick up from Clever Training’s store in IRB!
Need a power meter.
This would be great to have. Always wanted a power meter.
Would love these ????
Here, here, here!
Power Meter Pedals!
Next level training
These would be great!