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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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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.
Love these drones!
Not a drone fan but who can resist a giveaway?!
Nice
Good night from belgium ;)
Awesome prize !
I’l do my best to capture a solid standstill clipped in tip over if I win.
Oh man a drone would be so sweet. Thanks DCR!
Hi, the solution for not having to run on my own. ?
Wow
Perfect to step up my video(ing) game!
Great
Never thought of byuing a drone but why not give it a go
Things you definetly don’t need, but still want so bad
I dream of epic running drone shots.
one entry please
super duper :) i love ir!
Ja tak
just fly away
Looks like fun!
Yes
Very cool
Pretty pictures. Bday present
Meh. Can’t say I need a drone.
Yes?
first try
Instagram update!
Love drones
Would love to have one of these follow my 5AM running group!
Yes please
Hey!
In Soviet Russia, you watch the drones!
Why wouldn’t you want one of these????
I want that
Yeah! I want one!
What a great RAK !
Yes please
in
Nice one
awesome
Yes please!
Would love to own one! Thank you!
Count me in…
I want it
Yes please
perfect!
Let’s fly!
I’ll try my best not to crash it
I’d make use of one of these.
Always wanted one
My son would love that
To dance with Mathis’ ! ^^
Fly!
This is just droning on…
This would be a fun toy
Cool drone!
This drone is pretty great
Nice
Thanks!
please send to me in Denmark!
I need a second one
Thanks
Would never buy one so the perfect thing to win!
I can’t believe how much great stuff you’re giving away! Love it!
Pick me!
Hey, this is fantastic… You’re really giving this away? Count me in!
Love These
Tested a Mavic Pro, would love my own
A drone!
Yes please :-)
Thanks ray
I want to fly sky high!
My life would need to get a whole lot more interesting
I always wanted to have a drone.
I’d love to get my hands on one of these!
Yes please
Count me in!
This could be a lot of fun!
I think everyone has already had enough of me droning on, but go ahead, make their day.
Love it!
This would be amazingly fun!! Fingers crossed!!
Yes please
I’m droning on and on
Comment goes here for the drone!
yes please
Is it a plane? Is it superman? It’s a drone! :)
Let me fly!
Ooh, I want one of those…
This would be fantastic…or sparktastic!
Keen to try a drone
Yes please:D
Been looking for a drone, this could be it!
Now I can have someone film how slow I run.
Fun…..Fun……Fun!
I like this!
A drone to fly over running man:)
Thanks for the contest!
I’m the photographer and webmaster for link to aplvncc.ca & http://stcatharinescc.ca, I would love to use this drone on our club rides. As well as promote cycling in the Niagara Region.
Nice
Hello!
Too cool. Yes please!
Hopefully wouldn’t crash it!