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Specialized Power Cranks Power Meter In-Depth Review

Of course, obviously, Specialized is funding some of that occurring, though after listening/watching/discussion via web conference the non-Specialized scientists involved in the testing, I’m reasonably confident we aren’t seeing any funny business there.

Week in Review–March 3rd, 2018

Mostly because it mirrors much of what I try to do for the lead-in photos for all my product reviews and hands-on type pieces. … Be sure to watch all the way through the video though.

Weekly Mailbag–August 17, 2010

Question #2: Display Live ANT+ Data to a Computer From James- “First, I really enjoy the in depth reviews of fitness products. … I featured it back a while ago in my Top 7 Sports Technology groups I’m watching.

A quick travel day, plus some new gadgets

Neither of this will likely get full reviews before the holidays, though ya never know. … Additionally, I got a new little watch to try out, the Soleus GPS 1.0 watch.

Hands on with the new Garmin Edge Touring GPS bike computer

FR110/FR210, Edge 200/Edge 500, FR610/Golf Watches, Fenix/Quatix.

How To Guides & Tips

Aerobar reviews. … One of the more useful features of virtually all Garmin devices is the ability to create a workout and then download it to the watch.

Running a lot so I can justify going to the Parisian Chocolate Fair

Somehow in the crazy-busy last few days in getting a slew of product reviews published I didn’t quite get to talk about my weekend at the chocolate fair. … The important part here is that the watch told me I now can burn 2,217 kCal at the chocolate fair.

Hands-on: Airdog’s new ADII sports-tracking drone

5 Random Things I Did This Weekend

This time around we cover all the behind-the-scenes bits and thoughts on recent reviews including the Wahoo ROLLR, Wahoo POWRLINK ZERO, that sweet new trainer desk, sound testing, and the giant Zwift cheating debacle. … I had briefly turned on the UCI Esports World Championships on Zwift, but ultimately ended up watching random things on YouTube, while I simply pedaled through the workout.

More boxes, more gadgets to test

At the present, this trainer is in behind another trainer for reviews (the LeMond Revolution), which I aim to have done ahead of Eurobike. … Sweet! Next up, is my poke at the non-child version of the non-branded Chinese GPS tracking watch: I got the children's version a few weeks back, but the adult version came in.

Week in Review–August 26th, 2012

My current goal is that you’ll start seeing a bunch of trainer related reviews coming out in September and then a roundup in early October ahead of the northern hemisphere winter training season. … For other sports tech companies, this might be an interesting one to watch.

The 2012 swim/bike/run gear I use list

And again – I use a lot of things for testing and product reviews, but the above is a list of things that I’ve bought (every one of them) and use day to day. … Swim Watch: Garmin Swim – It used to be the Swimsense, but I just find the Garmin Swim display so much cleaner, plus with drill mode, I’m set.

Behind the Scenes: Riding in the FDJ Team Car

Even more ironic is that Team Manager Jussi Veikkanen (and the car driver) is actually a DCR reader, swinging in for tech reviews. … I’m going to start the post by saying that if there’s any video of mine you watch this year, I’d definitely go with this one.

Week in Review–February 28th, 2016

(For those keeping track at home, this is the first time I’ve ever released two In-Depth reviews on the same…… 1) Awesome 20-minute documentary on Mont Blanc trail running race and Nike running team: Really well done, definitely worth the time to watch over lunch (or breakfast, or a TV dinner).

5 Random Things I Did This Past Weekend

The current plan has two reviews coming up this week – the Ambit 2R, and the Fenix2. … Or, I suppose if you’ve been watching the news lately – a slightly smoggy but still sunny one.

Fitbit Daily Readiness Score Review: Here’s How it Works

I’ll dive into both the Whoop 4.0 and Oura V3 in far more detail in my in-depth reviews slated for very shortly. … It does this using data the watch is collecting in three core categories:

I’ve got new digs! Check out the new DC Rainmaker site!

Even better, is that these charts are now in the reviews themselves as well, and automatically based on products in that category. … It’s all in a backend database that has nearly 3,000 pieces of data (and growing) in it today from every watch I’ve reviewed.

Week in Review–February 2nd, 2013

And while the article itself is good, check out the person they quote in the article, he blogs about the desks/experience at almost the same detail level as my reviews. … Just watch the video from start to end.

The Great DC Rainmaker 2013 Survey Results!

There were 8 people who didn’t enjoy product reviews. … For example, cycling trainers and multi-sport watches tend to be the most difficult to put together due to the high level of complexity and shear number of features.

Massive Suunto Ambit 2/2s Exclusive Clever Training Sale

For technical feature questions, the reviews (and those comments) are best, but for comparisons, down below is probably the best bet. … And the second is my comparative thoughts between some of the units out there that the Suunto Ambit 2/2s are competing with – hopefully enabling you to make a decision on whether any of these watches are appropriate for your needs.

DJI Mini 4 Pro Active Track Review (Sports Focus)

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The 2014 Annual Giveaway Extravaganza Winners!

Below is a listing of all the products that were given away yesterday, as well as all the links to reviews and to support the site. … 2AM: Garmin Fenix2 Multisport GPS Watch

5 Random Things I Did This Weekend in the Netherlands

It continues to be a busy summer, even more so with a bunch of products on the radar to get reviews knocked out as announcements occur coming into the start of the Tour de France next weekend (the weekend after this weekend). … And she was also pretty happy about her watch for the day.

Week in Review–July 22nd, 2012

Plus, the watches go to a good home! And, if you buy any of the units off of Amazon via the links in the reviews here – you help support this site too. … Saturday: Week in Review–July 14th, 2012 Monday Morning: Running into a Parade, Cycling in Circles, and Crushing Cardboard Monday Evening: Two quick items of note- Looking for a good vertical bike stand, and Motoactv slashes price $100 Tuesday: A hands-on look at the Mio Alpha strapless optical heart rate watch Thursday: Not a happy ending- Losing a crank mid-ride Saturday: Watching the Tour de France on TV…in France…in French Paris blog posts this past week: Here’s all the Parisian fun we’ve been having.

5 Random Things I Did This Weekend

Regrettably, the number of reviews comparing Ikea pads to new pads is very…very…slim. … From the 3-4 GPS watches to the 4-6 running footpod doohickies, as well as a GoPro, and sometimes a phone.