Today is Friday – you made it to the end of the week – and almost to the end of spring. But more importantly, today is also National Strawberry Shortcake Day (Don’t trust me? Look it up.) Unfortunately, I don’t expect to eat any Strawberry Shortcake today. Or tomorrow. And sure, I could have titled this ‘Father’s Day Gadget Giveaway’, but some countries celebrate that on other weekends (lookn’ at you, Australia).
In any case, it seems reason enough to give away some gadget goodness. But fear not, I won’t be restricting this to those in specific countries (Australia or otherwise). Anyone, anywhere on earth, is welcome to join as always. Also, I think we just need more cake holidays to have faux reasons for me to give stuff away. It’s been far too long.
The winner will get a $500 credit to CleverTraining.com, my most excellent partner in this giveaway crime. By supporting the site through Clever Training you also can save 10% on almost anything they sell (or get points instead). If you win, you can use that credit for anything from the GoPro Hero 7 Black (which is actually $70 off through Sunday, the lowest we’ve seen it), to the just shipping new Stages Dash units, to a random pair of socks, the Garmin Forerunner 945, or heck, even towards a new power meter. Whatever floats your boat (note: they don’t sell boats…wait, update, they do!). Also note, your credit is in US dollars, not Australian – otherwise you’d get less. Nobody wants less.
How to enter:
Simply leave a short description of what product you’d get and why (but don’t worry, you can change your mind later if you win). Or, you can leave a description of which product your dad would want for Father’s Day.
The reason you need a short description of ‘why’ is that if you just put a simple product name (i.e. FR945), you’ll likely get caught up in my SPAM filters. And nobody wants to be sandwiched between two pieces of SPAM. Got all that?
Good luck!
The giveaway entry period will run through Monday, June 17th, 2019 until 11:59PM US Eastern Time. Winner will be selected randomly. One entry per person. The selected product/products will then be ordered immediately and shipped immediately, assuming they’re in stock.
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Hmmm…bike needs a power meter..
I’d buy a new FR645, because my Fenix is too damn heavy!
The drone, is it a Spark? that would be great. I’ve started making films – have an action cam but the drone is a stretch at the mo!
I NEED a power meter to see how many watts i’m grinding out !
Forerunner 945, it would be a present for my wife…
I’d go for a watch with crazy battery life for a planned first ultra next year.
I think I would have to get the Garmin 830. Been looking for a bike computer but haven’t been able to afford on. Be new climb feature would be amazing for “The Snowman” triathlon I am training for. It’s going to be brutal!
I think I’d put it towards a power meter
I’ll take the forerunner 935 to update my fenix3 hr!
I would love to upgrade to a Garmin 1030.
Easily a power meter.
A powermeter would be a very Nice addition to my bike…
New power meter required! I’m thinking pedals for flexibility and therefore a pair of favero assiomas would be high up the list
My dad would be thrilled to get some socks
I would buy a Garmin Edge 830, just because my 800 may need a replacement soon
Well… it would be a Garmin bike computer for the roadbike…. we’ve recently moved to the DC area and I’d finally like to have some sort of clue where the heck I’m going.
Garmin 530. Like what it has to offer and then I would be obligated to get a new bike to put it on
Power meter pedals! Why? Because I need pedal based pm for my Look frame as they are the only option to go with my cranks. Want to increase my training to race well next season!
I would get Polar Vantage V or Garmin Forerunner 945. I need a new coach for running. :)
Probably go with the 945. Unless the open water swim is still terrible. Then it would be the GoPro
A GoPro – so I could prove I do run across fields!
There’s lots of desirable things on offer but a smart trainer would be of most benefit to me
Forerunner 945. I use a 235 most of the time but use my old 301 for breadcrumb trails in unfamiliar areas. I desperately need to upgrade!
Probably pedal-based power meter. Would love power for gravel bike!
Most likely a trigger point massager, shoes, and precious, precious socks.
Ray,
I would like to get a Go Pro to capture moments between myself, dad and their future grandson (crossing my fingers). You’d contribute to priceless memories of 3 generations.
Plus my Toronto Raptors just won the NBA championship :)
Thanks
-V
new bike garmin!
Got to say I would go for a Garmin 1030 as I like shiny new stuff , simple as
I need a new power meter! Master’s Track State Championships are coming up!
Garmin 945, I’d like to get some music on my runs without having to take my phone!
I really like the look of the Garmin 945!
I would pick the Garmin 945 because I can never have too many watches!!
Definitely a Forerunner 945.
Probably EDGE 1030, my old Edge 500 is giving problems lately
I would like the GoPro Hero 7.
I would get the Favero pedals! I’ve been wanting to step up to training with power for a long time. Having multiple bikes, pedals seems like the most logical choice. I really like that they are rechargeable vs having to swap out batteries every time.
I buy my Dad a 945 for Father’s Day… then just use it myself!
A crank based Powermeter would be sweet
I would get assioma duos! Trying to keep up with my wife and be more consistent in my output when i pulling!
Fitting since June 17 is my birthday! I have been eying a Wahoo element recently to replace my super old Polar CS500
I have a very old Garmin watch (910xt) that could certainly stand for an upgrade!
Maybe a fenix 5 or a gopro 7
I couldn’t decide…
I’d choose the Garmin 945, Why? I’ve been using the 935 for 2 years, before that the 920, the 910 and the 310. I have that strange urge to update to the new version, as soon as possible.
A new Garmin or Wahoo bike computer for my 11 year old boy who is getting into cycling.
Would love to put it towards Garmin Fenix 5X. Perfect for running and hiking trails. Most interest in using it for hunting to mark way points or for backtracking.
A lot easier then using a big gps
Power meter!!! You can never have to much power!!!
A Hero 7 would be nice. I’ve wanted to buy one for quite some time, but I know that I don’t really need it and so I shy away from buying one.
Definitely the 945!
Garmin 945. I’m really interested in the new heat acclimation feature.
Since I had to abandon my hometrainer, I’d splash the cash on a powermeter- either favero or the new garmin vectors.
I would get the new Garmin 245 Music. I have a 230 but have been eagerly awaiting the new ones!
A New Garmin BIke Computer
A little over the $500, but would put it towards the Kickr Climb and pay the difference for my dad.
An updated bike computer, something new to replace my edge 500!
Would absolutely love a new Garmin watch, although anything for my bike would be great as well.
I’d get the garmin vector 3 :)
A go pro. Because why not. Cool videos plus the DYI gait analysis and fit fits.
Papa needs a new pair of pedal power meters, (or $500 worth of gels). It’s a toss up really.
I would get a garmin 945 because I deserve it! ;-)
With all of the Garmin updates I have been holding off. Now I am ready for the new 945 to replace my 910XT, yes that is right 910XT.
I’d go for the powertap P2. Really want the P1 but never got them.
I would get a Hero 7, so I don’t need a waterproof case.
I hope to get the forerunner 945
Either a powermeter like a Favero Assioma Duo or a new 155mm Vision crankset. Cheers.
I’d probably get a mountain bike power meter.
I always love a new pair of socks!
I’d buy new Hokas, and then a garmin for my husband!!
Fenix 5 Plus. My current running watch is a forerunner 220…
“I’m dreaming of a KICKR CORRRRE” I’m having the hardest time conditioning during the midwest winters
I would love to get a power meter on my bike.
Just got a new road bike so now a need a power meter
Power meter for commuter. I love data.
I’d definitely get the Garmin Instinct in Gray… Simple, no frills, everything I want and nothing that I don’t.
I would need a new Garmin Fenix 5 to replace my old Forerunner
Since iq2 is taking their time, it would be nice to get a power meter for the summer. Already have the 830 and 945 ?
Forerunner 945! It’s near my triathlon debut and i need a triathlon watch.
A new action camera. So i can take videos of my daughter at her next triathlon to show her grandfather!
I would love to pick up one of the new Garmin Edge units.
The new Suunto 5. I’m trying to build up a collection of sports watches so I can start my own YouTube channel dedicated to reviewing devices, focused specifically on open water swimming usage.
i need a new fancy computer….garmin? wahoo? I dont know
I could use a Wahoo cycling computer
GoPro Hero 7 Black, because I’m tired of missing cool pics/videos on my runs as I don’t want to carry something as big as a phone.
If love a Wahoo Kickr direct drive trainer. Maybe some new rollers with resistance or smart capabilities of they have that instead.
Probably a new Garmin bike computer
I’d love to put it towards a new hrm-tri as mine is on its last breathes…. Also would put it towards a smart bike trainer so I can finally be cool like everyone else on Strava ?
I would love to snag a Rhythm24 and compatible watch from Garmin or Suunto. I’d really like an external heart rate monitor and neither Fitbit nor Samsung connect with one.
I would get the Garmin power meter pedals. I suffer horribly from owning too many bikes. I need a power meter I can bounce between them all and this would be perfect!
Probably a garmin 945 (for my husband whose 235 is getting pretty worn out)
New gadgets bring always instant happiness.
Anything that gives accurate elevation in the rain. ? Stages Dash
Could a smartwatch for backcountry navigation and tracking in the Cascades and beyond.
I’d get the Garmin Vector pedals :-)
Garmin 945 to motivate myself to get outside more!
Time to upgrade my Polar M430 to a Vantage V!
Just watt I need! Those 500 would go into my first ever power meter and definitely fire up my cylinders!
Stages Power Meter to assist me in training for and riding Double Centuries.
I’d get a Garmin for my gravel bike that I can download those fancy files to.
I would get a Kickr snap for my daughter.
If i were to win, I think I would get myself a GoPro Hero camera!!
Hi Ray, I’d love to win a Kickr climb cos then I’d have to get the Core to match