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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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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.
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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 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.
Oh. Emm. Gee. Please pick me!
Here is my comment, good luck everyone!
yes please!
Just think of the possibilities!
Hmmm. Wonder what’s coming out next.
It’s my future, and I want it now!
Hmmmm. Seems like a difficult decision
Sounds Clever
nice! sure my turn!
I’m in whatever it may be.
Surprise!
Oh what would I get??? So many choices!
Future Winner!!
I’ll take anything!
whatever it is!
I’ll take one!
DC, makes some great videos. He was a go to when I first started riding…. Thanks
sweet, my favorite!
Wow
surprise me please
Can’t wait to see the new releases!
So much to choose from…
I totally love this!!!!!! Wondering is great!
Wow that’s a really cool prize to win
This is going to be fun!
Feeling lucky!
Sure it’s a good one !
Decisions decisions
12.52
nice!
Thanks a lot.
Surprise gift that you can choose… Nice.
I like it
A surprise! Let see the future
It’s funny, when you said wearables, I was thinking socks too!
Ok I’m in!
Lucky dip!
I like surprises!
This is awesome – do you ship to Norway?? I go for this give away!???
The future is mine!
Yes, please!!
thanks
Win win
This is awesome!
Thank you Ray!
Ohh.. what could be coming?
Is the hover board due in the next 3 weeks?
One for the future!
Thanks Ray!
Anything giveaways is nice and helpful
Here’s hoping.
Count me in!!
Because everyone likes a surprise
Count me in :)
Wow!
Holly molly, what it could be? A new Garmin Fenix? LOL
I pretty much know what I’d want, and it would fit the budget. Now let’s see if it’s going to be announced, fingers crossed…
me!
New Polar product? :)
Future proof giveaway!
I am in
Futures so bright, I have to wear shades. ?
awesome
What will the future bring?
Yes, please!
Sounds fun. The undiscovered country!
Hola!
Winning the unknown . . . works for me!
What future has in store for me?
Best day of the year
Me!
nothing like a surprise
surprises are nice
let’s see what’s in the future
Nice!
surprises are great
Exciting!!!!
Mystery flavor is the best, looking forward to the new announcements!
Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet!
The best item on this extravaganza!
Could always use some good stuff.
Non stop giveaways!! ?
Sounds good
Embrace the future!
want
Hi maybe this gives me the chance on the new polar device
Cheers
Daniel
I hope. Thx DCR.
hmm, apple
Who knows, future may look bright
The future is now
Tech grab bag!
Christmas has come early
This one is for me
Yes i want it..
Fingers crossed!!!! Love this time of year!
Would love to win this!
Wow, I want in! Dreaming of a big fat sport watch!
I thought only oracles could give you the future. Are you an oracle, DRC?
You’re the best. Thank you
wow i want the future
yes to mystery giveaway !!