Huge Garmin Fenix 7/Epix Beta Update Includes Wrist Based Running Power
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/10/runingpower-includes-running.htmlHowever, the big-ticket totally new item at the very bottom of the list is the addition of wrist-based running power for these watches.
Garmin VIRB X & XE Action Cam In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/03/garmin-virbxe-review.htmlI can’t think of more variation in a single one of my reviews. … A few years ago when the first VIRB came out, it was actually a big deal that the cameras could be controlled by your Garmin watch, wearable, or cycling device.
Apple Expands Running Track Mode to France, Spain, and Netherlands
www.dcrainmaker.com/2023/04/expands-running-netherlands.htmlFinally, I’m able to run on a track with an Apple Watch! Apple has turned on the previously launched running track mode for additional countries – notably France, Spain, and the Netherlands (my home).
Tech Tidbits: Garmin GPS Offsets Again and PowerTap Units Discontinued
www.dcrainmaker.com/2021/02/tidbits-powertap-discontinued.htmlForerunner 45/245/945, Fenix 6, and a host of other newer units), showing the dreaded GPS offsets that we saw across numerous watch makers back the first week of January.
Tech Tidbits: COROS Adds Full Maps to Vertix 1 & APEX PRO, Peloton’s New Guide Hardware
www.dcrainmaker.com/2021/11/tidbits-pelotons-hardware.htmlAnd atop that, they’re adding Galileo support to both those watches as well, increasing your GNSS options.
Garmin Adds New Beta Features to Fenix 7/Epix Product Family
www.dcrainmaker.com/2023/03/garmin-features-product.htmlThe other big thing to remember is that this is the first public beta cycle where all WiFi-enabled products will use the in-watch option to force a firmware update for beta-registered.
Week in Review–Oct 27th, 2019
www.dcrainmaker.com/2019/10/week-review-27th.html5) Fake reviews are only going to increase: What will surprise you though is why the FTC is mad at itself about it. … 2) How Pebble Watches were granted an afterlife: Despite Fitbit purchasing Pebble back a few years ago, none of that meant anything for Pebble users.
4iiii Precision 3+ Pro Power Meter In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/02/4iiii-precision-3plus-pro-power-review.htmlIn many ways, power meter reviews are kinda simple (at least, when they work). … With everything all configured, it’s time to pair it up to your bike computer or watch (or, app).
How-To: Using Zwift and TrainerRoad Concurrently
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/02/trainerroad-zwift-same.htmlBut here’s where you could pair your watch, if you don’t have a dual-strap.
Week in Review – March 19th, 2023
www.dcrainmaker.com/2023/03/week-review-march-19th.htmlIt lacked many of the features found on their own watches, for example, it didn’t support cycling sensors.
My Strava Unique Uploaded Device Tally
www.dcrainmaker.com/2019/01/strava-unique-uploaded.htmlThat’s aside from any watches I’m using.
Garmin’s New Tactix Bravo: An Explainer
www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/01/garmins-tactix-bravo.htmlAnd, I'll also explain what the heck the watch is.
Today’s Plan Adds Triathlon Support (Cycling/Running), and Connect IQ Apps
www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/04/triathlon-support-cycling.htmlStill, for those that have been watching the endurance sports platform space, you’ll know there’s really only a handful of serious/major players.
Peloton Bike In-Depth Long Term Review: Three Years Later
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/11/peloton-depth-review.htmlAll my reviews are non-sponsored, and this is no different. … I think it just felt more ‘real’, sorta like watching a sports team live.
The Google Bike: An In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/08/google-bike-in-depth-review.htmlObviously, I’m not one to joke about reviews. … I was recently out at Google to preview new stuff, including the new Pixel Watch 3, as well as other behind-the-scenes testing and lab pieces.
GoPro Camera Control Now Available on Garmin Watches
www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/08/garmin-watch-gopro-camera-control.htmlGarmin has launched an expanded Connect IQ App Store option that allows companies to monetize apps for various fees, and with it, Garmin has launched a new GoPro camera control app on the Garmin Connect IQ App Store, which allows you to control your GoPro camera from your watch.
Under Armour’s HealthBox: WiFi Scale, Fitness Band, HR Strap, and more!
www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/01/under-armour-healthbox.htmlNote that any ‘reviews’ were restricted to have a date out in the future once the products launch.
Week in Review – May 6th, 2018
www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/05/week-review-2018.htmlAnd without all of that, you wouldn’t be able to watch those same athletes.
Kinetic inRide Bluetooth Smart Power Meter Accessory In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2012/12/kinetic-inride-bluetooth-smart-power-meter-accessory-in-depth-review.htmlThe reviews generally take a lot of hours to put together, so it’s a fair bit of work (and labor of love).
SRAM Quarq Riken Power Meter In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2013/09/meter-depth-review.htmlThe reviews generally take a lot of hours to put together, so it’s a fair bit of work (and labor of love).
Zwift Hub One In-Depth Review (with Zwift Cog & Click!)
www.dcrainmaker.com/2023/10/zwift-clicks-review.htmlThe above two are mostly just useful when pairing to more basic smartwatches that might not support power meters/cadence, but I don’t expect it matters to too many people.
Garmin Varia RTL510 Radar/Cycling Light In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/04/garmin-rtl510-cycling.htmlAlso, I’ve got half a dozen other reviews and related posts to write this week and not enough cookies to power me through all of that. … Sure, it has really cool technology inside of it, but there’s not a ton of features like a watch or a bike computer.
Garmin Epix Pro: The Complete Beginners Guide
www.dcrainmaker.com/2023/07/garmin-epix-pro-complete-beginners.htmlAs usual, I walk through all the features on the watch, both the basic/foundational features (for new users), but also all the advanced bits, with boatloads of little pro tips/tricks along the way.
GoPro Hero4 Silver & Hero4 Black In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/11/gopros-review-indepth.htmlThe reviews generally take a lot of hours to put together, so it’s a fair bit of work (and labor of love). … In my case, I sped it up 5 times, as the original length was going to be 2 minutes and 20 seconds, which is an eternity sitting watching a single view out my hotel window.
Garmin Vivoactive 5: The Complete Beginners Guide
www.dcrainmaker.com/2023/10/garmin-vivoactive5-complete-beginners.htmlBut, if you're like the 84.0% of people who watch my YouTube videos that are not subscribed to the channel, then, well, you probably didn't see it.
