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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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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.
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Check out my weekly podcast - with DesFit, which is packed with both gadget and non-gadget goodness!
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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?
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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.
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.
I’m in!
Count me in Great Carnac!
What is all this madness! Site is awesome by the way
Ohhh I like surprises!
woot
Och, I missed the first 12 hours! Good I remembered in time for the future.
I’ll take whatever the future gives me!
I’m in.
Teasing…
That is ‘future me’s’ problem.
Big money big money! Hoping to get lucky!
Polar vantage hopefully!!!!
Cool!
Fingers crossed
Yes, please!
I am 100% sure i need this…
Yes please.
I want a Clever Training branded $499 pony.
Yes please!
Here’s to hoping!
Wow!
I want the future
Was too late to the game on the other great giveaways today. Glad and I can get in on this one! ??
I’m in.
Uncertainty is scary
Hi here I am
I’ll take something new!
I LIKE IT!
I would like anything…
Very very nice
Here’s to the future!
This time
This is awesome
Quiero regalo ya!
That’s interesting. Rooting for Applewatch series 4
Exciting concept.
love a good mystery.
Nice! A mystery post!
Please pick me. Would go with my shiny new tri bike!
I like mysteries
Today is my birthday :)
This seems to be a really sweet deal! :D
Why not?
Ping
Now this is exciting!
I like suprises
I want a power meter
count me in!
I want to see it!
Exciting
Count me in
Thanks for doing what you do, Ray!
Yes
count me in
It’s what I’ve always wanted!
I’m in.
Suspense!
The future is bright
To infinity and beyond!
In to win
Yep
This is the one. This is my moment.
Looking forward to something to help my training!
In it to win it
This sounds like fun lol
In it to win it
We all need more toys
Exciting
Sure
Surprise me
Count me in!
I’ll take a Fenix 6. Battery on my Fenix 2 is dying
I am in!
whatever it is, I love it
What does the future hold?!?
Mystery Machine? I am intrigued. I hope I can win this one.
Ahyes ahpleaseahh!
3+3 = 9
Oh yes big boy
Cool. What will i win / select?
Show me my future!
Hi
I am gonna get lucky
Sounds good, I’m in
Thanks for doing this!
Tomorrow is today
Get into the Future with DCRainmaker!
I love the mystery. It would be fun to follow new product releases if you know you can get one!
Yes!
Wow that’s a great idea of a giveaway, I would love to win!
Another great prize.
DC Rainmaker is the “GO-TO” when I need a real product review…Don’t be without him in your research toolkit!
Fingers crossed
Navidad navidad!!! dulce navidad…
I’m in!
Thanks Ray!
Me me me me me me me me
What people will do for free giveaways!
I’ll take chance
Make my dreams come true!