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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.
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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!
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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.
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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!
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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.
I’d put it towards power meter pedals
Assioma Duo powermeter for me. I’d love to play with the DCR analyzer to compare it to my Power2max !
Forerunner 945 will be nice upgrade to my 235:)
I’d get a camera to take pictures of my beautiful self. ;-)
Garmin Forerunner 945 to see how far Garmin has come from Fenix 3
I’m in the market for a watch with a longer battery life for my first 50 miler in the fall. Not sure which one I’d get quite yet but I’d be happy to be forced into a decision :)
I would get 2 Varia RTL510 Radar Tail Light, one for my wife and one for me.
Enjoy reading DCR for years. Probably a new Garmin.
A replacement for my 910xt whise battery starts to get weak, 935/945?
Or a new battery for the 105? :)
I’d get a forerunner 945 because of better battery life than my 735xt, barometer and the new climb feature !
I’d get a Wahoo Kickr Snap. Now that I have a baby a majority of my training has moved inside. It’s time for me to invest in a smart trainer and Zwift.
I would to upgrade my normal pedals to power pedals
Garmin 945 for me. Need to upgrade my workout watch.
Well it would be very hard to resist and not going for around 45 DC Rainmaker Water Bottles. #thirsty
I definitely get the new Garmin Edge 530, the new features it brings look really good.
The new Forerunner 945 would be exactly what Dad needs to get active again! That or bribery…
I’d go for the Favero Assimo Power Meter pedals. I need a new power meter for the new tri bike so these would fit the bill.
Fenix 5 for me. It’ll replace my Fenix 3 which I can assume my toddler threw away and didn’t realize it was in the waste bin when it got emptied. :(
I would get a Wahoo KICKR CORE because it works with thru axles
I think a turbo upgrade to the Kickr Snap now Dad duties keep me inside a bit more
Time to upgrade the Fenix 3HR, F5+ anyone?
Fenix 5X Plus Sapphire – I’m mad about all Garmin Fenix watches but never had one. And since I’m a non-couch amateur all-sport all-year animal, I would definately use this wearable’s sophisticated nature.
I’d buy a Garmin Fenix 5 because my Fenix 2 has about had it.
Time to upgrade from 3 hr to 945
A 945 for my hubby
Power meter pedals!
Garmin 945! I’ve been frustrated for quite some time with how often I loose workouts from my current Suunto
A nice forerunner 945 to replace my 620
So many options…..
Fenix 5X Plus – my other half is working his a** off on gym and outdoors to look good for me and I think he should have something to measure his efforts with ?
Garmin 945
Probably a go pro heel…nog sure though
FR245 as my old FR235 has given up on me!
Thanks for these giveaways :)
I would like a pair of power pedals.
I’d buy a new Garmin tri watch. Probably the 935 to replace my old 910.
I’d go for a Quarq Red powermeter just cause I. Need. A. Freaking. Powermeter!
Hyperice Hypervolt – Looks like an efficient way to ease the tension after long workouts.
Sounds like a great excuse to finally pick up a GoPro! (Without even making my wife mad!) Thanks, Ray and CT!
GoPro Hero 7 Black for me please!
I’d definately get my dad a Fenix 5. He’s been talking about it for so long and it would be a great incentive for him to start walking/running/cycling a bit more!
I’d go with a new Suunto watch, just worried about that app ?
Garmin 945 thanks Ray!
Would love a Garmin tri watch, so I’ll finally take the leap and try a triathlon. Gadgets always help!
Would love to have a forerunner 645 for an upgrade from my vivosport!
Probably a new trainer like the wahoo kickr smart trainer.
Looking for a new trainer!
Rcently got a 1-leg power meter. Would love the second leg, or maybe a head unit to replace my iphone/strava combo
I’d love a go pro hero 7 for capturing awesome rides! Cheers.
Right now I would spend it all on clif bars because I’m still hungry from a ride that collided with breakfast, but more realistically, the Garmin Edge 830 could be a winner.
I’d buy a quarq for my gravel bike!
Garmin fenix watch for hiking and running!
I definitely want the new Garmin forerunner 945!
Fenix 5 Sapphire. Would be nice to have a watch that can double as a sports watch and board room time piece.
A new watch! I’d definitely upgrade my Spartan Trainer. Or maybe a GoPro…
I’d love to get the Forerunner 645 so I can use Spotify on my watch and get rid off my phone!
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I’d get a power meter to help me train more methodically with my finite time available.
Awesome website!
Scott
Gamin Forerunner 945. I need to upgrade my running gear! ;)
New pair of Assos bibs. T milli
to get my farther to more activity and healthier life, i would get him a polar vantage watch.
Heading into 70.3 for the first time, and would love a Vector 3 powermeter to structure my training
Is there a watch that can talk to a main unit?, that would do the job
Wahoo Kickr as I’m training for an ironman
Fenix 5 for me!
A new Garmin would be nice
The Garmin FR945 because I need a new running watch!
I’d treat myself to a nice Powermeter!
I need a Garmin Edge 1030 for my new bike
I need a new crank, maybe some aero bars… decisions decisions
Been looking for a news Garmin running watch so maybe the 945.
Ray – a Garmin 945 would be perfect for mountain biking and hiking
I’m happy with my watch, a trainer wouldnbe nice, but I have rollers. Maybe lots of sneakers and shorts!
I would get a new tri watch or possibly a power meter.
Fr945 – need a new watch!
I’d love to have the newest Garmin tri watch. Mine is getting old! Thanks!
The dog ate my 235…No seriously! She decided the watch looked like a tasty treat. So I’d upgrade to a 245.
A power meter would be great! Pedal based , not sure which exact model, but would like bluetooth.
Power meter!
Sounds like the perfect time to get me and my bf a nice new FR245 each ?
With this, I’d be all over the Assioma’s.
Garmin 530, coz daddy needs a great upgrade … or a power meter sure :)
Garmin InReach for my backcountry trips.
Garmin Vector Peals! Thank you Ray and CT!
Time for a PM before I get serious back into tri. Not sure which one to get, though.
Thanks
I would get myself an Edge 530 road cycling bundle.
I’ve definitely been eyeing the FR945 after my fenix 3hr has been acting up on me recently. Hope I win!
Garmin 945… pick me… ;)
Garmin 1030, because I dont own a proper cycling computer. I have been using my Fenix 5x the last couples of years.
I’d love Garmin 945 or some powermeter for my bike :-)
Next unit I’d love to get is the Garmin FR945 to replace my FR920XT. I’m due for an upgrade for a multi sport watch and love to have a watch that can support music :)
I’d choose a new Garmin Edge 530 because I can’t bear to go through another winter with the 820 touchscreen with gloves.
I’ve been eyeing an action cam to video our team mountain bike rides. Thanks Ray!
I would treat myself to a brand new FR495 to get my arse in gear to start training again properly ??
I’d love a new Garmin watch, though not sure which one.
Definitely some Garmin upgrade if won, if not not :)
I love the quarq and need it to powerup me and my bike
Would be amazing to get the new FR945!
Garmin egde 530. Because i get lost using the edge 500
My Dad, who is a 72-year old trail runner and ultramarathoner, could use a new GPS watch!
Garmin Forerunner 945 as my old watch is down
Maybe a FR245. My 235 is getting old.