First look at the new CycleOps Joule and Joule GPS, PowerTap hubs, PowerCal, and VR software
www.dcrainmaker.com/2011/06/first-look-at-new-cycleops-joule-and.htmlThe unit mounts using a quick release system rather similar to the Garmin quarter-turn quick release mount kits – though not quite the same, so the two are not interoperable.
First Look: Polar’s new M460 GPS Bike Computer
www.dcrainmaker.com/2017/04/first-polars-computer.htmlWe’ve seen Garmin, Wahoo, Lezyne, Mio, and probably a few others I’m forgetting all add this into their bike computers.
WatTeam PowerBeat Gen2 Power Meter In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2017/02/watteam-powerbeat-review.htmlNot much different than how it works with Garmin Vector, Polar/Look KEO, or bePRO’s systems.
Week in Review–May 26th, 2014
www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/05/week-reviewmay-26th.htmlFinally, at the end of the week the Garmin Edge 810 $100 rebate closes.
Week in Review–February 18th, 2018
www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/02/week-review-february-18th.htmlSound good? Oh – and if you want to get a head start on things, this page is a great resource for watching Garmin firmware updates.
The Girl’s 2015 Swim/Bike/Run Gear I Use List
www.dcrainmaker.com/2015/05/girls-swimbikerun-gear-list.htmlI like to use what works, what's simple, and hopefully looks half decent! I haven't held back on my list, everything from hair products, bras, and Garmin preferences.
My Strava Unique Uploaded Device Tally
www.dcrainmaker.com/2019/01/strava-unique-uploaded.htmlB) I actually don’t upload all my stuff to Strava: For example, on every ride I do, I run three (or more) Garmin Edge units, connected to three or more power meters.
Power2Max NG ECO In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2017/08/power2max-depth-review.htmlCompare this to true left/right balance capable units like the Verve Infocrank, ROTOR 2INPower, PowerTap P1, Garmin Vector, Favero Assioma/Bepro, and so on – which actually measure the left and right sides.
Week in Review–March 27th, 2016
www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/03/reviewmarch-27th-2016.html1) Which is faster: Garmin bike GPS or bike courier? Fun little test done as a race across London.
CycleOps Joule and PowerTap Wheelset In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2011/02/cycleops-joule-and-powertap-wheelset-in.htmlThis includes a wide range of devices from CycleOp’s own Joule head unit, to Garmin, Timex and phone based devices.
Week in Review–July 18th, 2015
www.dcrainmaker.com/2015/07/reviewjuly-18th-2015.htmlGarmin Edge 20/25 Firmware Update: A few minor tweaks (and adds) as the device starts shipping.
Week in Review–January 3rd, 2016
www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/01/week-reviewjanuary-2016.htmlAdidas Rolls out Windows 10 Universal App: This is notable, as they’re joining Garmin in going that direction.
Week in Review–August 6th, 2018
www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/08/week-in-review-august-6th-2018.htmlSound good? Oh – and if you want to get a head start on things, this page is a great resource for watching Garmin and a few other firmware updates. … Garmin Edge 130 firmware update: Additional backlight settings, some bug fixes, some CIQ tweaks.
5 Random Things I Did This Past Week in Mexico
www.dcrainmaker.com/2015/10/random-things-mexico.htmlThe units measure all sorts of running metrics, sorta like Garmin’s Running Dynamics – but on steroids.
Polar Ignite 2 Hands-On: What’s New & Different
www.dcrainmaker.com/2021/03/polar-ignite-different.htmlThe Ignite series essentially aims to compete with lower-end Apple Watches and Garmin’s Vivoactive lineup.
Wahoo Adds Native Stryd Support for RIVAL Watch, Outlines Future Plans
www.dcrainmaker.com/2021/11/native-support-outlines.htmlAnd here it is in the DCR Analyzer, showing me the recorded advanced metrics within the .FIT file itself, meaning that any app can use and take advantage of this data (just as the case with Garmin and COROS.
Week in Review–December 11th, 2017
www.dcrainmaker.com/2017/12/week-review-december-11th.htmlNotable in the list that’s new is the GoPro Hero 5 Session down to $199USD (that’s a 4K camera in a tiny cube!), along with the Garmin VIRB 360 down $100 (first US discount we’ve seen on it).
Week in Review–March 17th, 2019
www.dcrainmaker.com/2019/03/week-review-march-17th.html7) Oh, and I’ll be speaking at the Garmin Connect IQ Summit again too (mid-April): In the event you’re randomly in the Kansas area.
Most Smartwatch Companies Aren’t Truthful in Size Specs
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/08/smartwatch-companies-truthful.htmlAt this point in my morning, I figured I’d just grab an Apple Watch and a Garmin watch, and then illustrate that both of those companies know how to use a ruler.
MWC 2014 Roundup Part 3: A look at Kyocera fitness concepts, updates from TwoNav bike computers, standalone cellular GPS trackers, Omate smart watch
www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/02/concepts-computers-standalone.htmlSo kinda more in line with an Garmin Edge 510 physically.
5 Random Things I Did This Weekend
www.dcrainmaker.com/2015/03/random-things-i-did-this-weekend-12.htmlThat box would have a bunch of stuff in it, including the Garmin Vivoactive and Vivofit2.
Week in Review–Feb 19th, 2017
www.dcrainmaker.com/2017/02/week-reviewfeb-19th.html6) Garmin Connect ‘Import’ Option Missing? At first, you might think so.
Wahoo introduces gym strength workout recognition to TICKR X, announces TICKR X API
www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/12/introduces-recognition-announces.htmlIt’s also worthwhile nothing that none of this is compatible with devices like a Garmin watch which has its own Running Dynamics metrics by the same names.
Week in Review–October 10th, 2015
www.dcrainmaker.com/2015/10/reviewoctober-10th-2015.html5) Garmin releases new swanky Fenix3 bands/colors: Garmin releases new swanky Fenix3 bands/colors: This includes a new Sapphire Rose Gold aimed at women (I’ve been told by The Girl that rose gold is all the rage), and a new leather band option for men.
MWC 2014 Roundup Part 2: 4iiii’s updates, ANT+ updates, the Huawei TalkBand Activity Tracker, LG Lifeband, and the SanDisk ring camera
www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/02/talkband-activity-lifeband.htmlAll pods have ANT+/Bluetooth Smart, meaning they can connect concurrently to both an ANT+ device (like your Garmin cycling computer), as well as a mobile phone. … The system is actually comprised of 130 Moto X cell phones, all carefully aligned and controllable via a centralized system.
