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Time for Fenix because my Vivoactive can’t quite keep up with me
Vector 3 pedals for sure!
Kristian
fēnix 6 for sure!
Some Garmin cyclocomputer, around 5XX
I’d like that Garmin Vivoactive 4 to upgrade from my old XT. Plus optical HR would be nice.
Been looking at a Kickr Climb for a while now.
Power meter pedals!
I would love a new trainer!
With $500, I would go for an Edge530 and some GoPro accessories… or GoPro 8 =)
Could really do with an indoor trainer.
Hi Ray,
I’d love a Garmin Fenix 6 Sapphire Pro.
Been looking to replace my trusted Suunto Ambit 3 Vertical for some time now. Since I’ve gotten into trail running in recent years, the map capability is a big plus, as I often run on unfamiliar oaths.
The rest of their cool multi sport tech is obviously great as well. I prefer to Fenix line for it’s everyday looks. Sapphire since I’m always a bit clumsy and tend to scratch the watch glass.
Price is currently a little high so hoping for price drops later this year, or to enjoy the $500 Clever Training giveaways.
Just got a KIKCR trainer so what else could I possibly need?! :-)
Happy new year
Hi Ray!
I’d go for something for my girl. She will have the final word but maybe a new Garmin Tri watch.
Thanks a lot.
Wish to all you family the best
I would get myself a bicycle computer.
I need a new Garmin Forerunner
A Stages left side power meter so I can ride with data
I think an upgrade to my Vivoactive 3, would do nicely for the new year. Maybe a Venu or Fenix
Garmin fenix for my wife.
Upgrade to the FR945 to jam out on my runs!
A decent action camera won’t hurt so far…
THANKS and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!…
Easy. I’d put it towards a Stages / Cannondale power meter for my CX bike.
I’d get a 945 to replace my ailing 935
I think I will get me a Garmin Fenix 6….
Don’t need it, but want it…
Gopro 8 with built in mount and even better stabilising would be great.
I’d prob. get the Vectors oder Assiomas :-)
In need of a wahoo kickr to take it to next level
A set of rollers to work on my handling during this most miserable of winters
Garmin 66i to keep in touch
Garmin fenix 6s so I can keep up with and even keep my wife.
I need a power meter! Happy Holidays!
Putting the prize towards an upgrade of my DJI Spark, lusting for better optics and better tracking.
I would get the Wahoo KICKR CLIMB to help prepare for my bike trip to New Zealand!
Garmin varia radar! About to move states where it’ll be less time on dedicated ride paths and more time on windy country roads. And maybe an inreach mini for added safety
I’d buy the FR945. That would be nice upgrade over my FR645
A GoPro 8 to help save the memories from travel adventures!
a trainer would be nice, because I hate the winter
Cycling computer needs an upgrade.
Garmin Forerunner is the best!
945!
645!
245! – give me two!
Either the Fenix 6 or an inReach!
I’ve been looking at a GoPro for a few weeks now…
I’d go for the Fenix 6 for my planned Spartan race(s) (and training)
I would love to get the Garmin Fenix. Something that would help me boost my running and keep up with my dad!
Fénix 6 or Fénix 5-we are easy.
Ooh, definitely the Fenix 6! I’ve been eyeing one for a while now, but just couldn’t justify it. However as a DCR gift… : )
Any power metre will be nice. I can still ride my 6 years old Kinetic unsmart trainer.
Will
A Suunto GPS Watch would be very Nice!
I would upgrade to FR 945 for the bigger screen
I would get a tri watch. I plan to do some longer runs, and hikes and would still be recording rides a lot of the time. And swims on the occasional race day.
Thanks
A smart bike trainer so i can Zwift with all the cool kids
I’d go with the Forerunner 945. I’ve been wanting to upgrade for a while.
That Wahoo KICKR Climb sure would make those inclines a little more fun!
A new Fenix watch would be nice!
I’d have loved a new smart trainer so that I can avoid going outdoors on the bike for another few months. Much safer and a win win for my husband who can get out and do his own training while I am at home on the trainer.
A Kickr Climb would match perfect as i just started with a Kickr Core.
Probably a Gopro Hero 8 yo hace some fun!
Thanks Ray for your excellent posts.
I would totally go with a kickr climb. Had a unit on loan for a couple of weeks and now my indoor rides feel so empty without one.
A Gopro Hero 8 as a present Tommy husband.
Edge 530 since my 520 is wearing out.
My wife and I would like to get an indoor training so we can get a head start on training for the assault on Mt. Mitchell.
Would love to invest in a Kickr Core trainer
Hi Ray,
I’d get a polar vantage v. Would like to try the native running power function.
Nathan
I have biiiig problems deciding… But it could be a GoPro 8.
A Garmin Forerunner 945 to help with Etape du Tour and Triathlon training this tear
I would like a trainer.
Power meter pedals either favero or vector 3
Does all of them count? Not sure which one. Oh the choices
It’s time for a new Garmin 945, I hope
A Garmin inReach GPS Satellite Communicator, perfect for my solo mountain hikes :)
I would get the Favero Assioma power meter to help with more structured training.
Definitely a Fenix 6s sapphire to help me in my training for a sub-2:45 marathon in Rotterdam next April!
Wahoo kickr climb
A powermeter would be nice. For a new bike :)
I’d go for Garmin forerunner, either 935 bundle, or 945
Still deciding, Garmin 945 or Gopro 8…
Bike trainer would be great :)
A Garmin Forerunner 645 Music would really help to take my running to the next level.
So many choices either some Vector Pedals for my girlfriend to start training with power, or maybe the GoPro 8 to document our soon to be world travels!
Fenix 6 is great
Need a new 4iii power meter to go on my gravel bike.
and 945 with music because of music
powermeter, spider, or power pedals
Have rear breaks located under the BB on my B’twin so no left crank option as a power meter for me.
Favero Assioma seems to be a nice option to get power on the bike for the price point.
I’d get a new power meter – tired of the my PowerTap pedals always missing one side.
I would really like a new trainer!
Think it would have to be GoPro Hero 8 Black. Merry Christmas!
My fenix 3 is starting to show its age… a smaller replacement (935/945/fenix) would be IDEAL.
I’m ashamed of riding without power! Give me some numbers!
I’d get a new power meter for sure. And donate my old one to my nephew.
945
Wahoo KICKR CLIMB. My old $100 tacx has run it’s course
Hyperice Hypervolt for my poor aching muscles!
:-)
Would get a packable trainer like the Omnium rollers
Favero assioma!!!
Would love to get a kickr climb, live in Dubai and love to climb but have to travel 1.5-2 hrs to get to any incline. Would be great especially during summers as it is almost impossible to ride in the heat. Would pair well with a kickr that I already have.
A Garmin Fenix.. to replace my old forerunner 610!
I’d go for a new fenix 6 my fenix 3 is dying
A pair of Favero Assiomas to track my athletic decline as I pass 50…
Power meter. Whichever.
I’m after something fit and forget power wise. Something that just works…maybe a set of SRM pedals…oh wait (re reads review)….maybe a new quarq.