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Ray Maker

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I write about sports tech and endurance sports. I also put together some pretty detailed product reviews along the way...stop by the site to check it out.

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Garmin has just announced the new Vivoactive 6, which packs in a massive slate of new sports features - while still keeping the same $299 price. Here's your hands-on look at everything new, from sports to sleep, and more: dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/garmin…

Garmin has just announced the new Vivoactive 6, which packs in a massive slate of new sports features - while still keeping the same $299 price. Here's your hands-on look at everything new, from sports to sleep, and more: dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/garmin…
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New FIT File Episode is out! Garmin Connect+ FALLOUT // Did Garmin Get Cancelled? We dive into the fire that is burning across the internet regarding Garmin Connect+, plus, the smoldering situation around the Komoot acquisition. All the fires! youtube.com/watch?v=1rvs7n…

New FIT File Episode is out! Garmin Connect+ FALLOUT // Did Garmin Get Cancelled? We dive into the fire that is burning across the internet regarding Garmin Connect+, plus, the smoldering situation around the Komoot acquisition. All the fires! youtube.com/watch?v=1rvs7n…
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Zwift has just announced a huge slate of new software features, including the ability to track outdoor rides. Meanwhile, on the hardware side, they're adding an upgrade package option for Zwift Ride, and plenty more! Dive in: dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/zwift-…

Zwift has just announced a huge slate of new software features, including the ability to track outdoor rides. Meanwhile, on the hardware side, they're adding an upgrade package option for Zwift Ride, and plenty more! Dive in: dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/zwift-…
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Hundreds of Zwifters have arrived in Mallorca for a few days of quality riding and IRL hangout time at Zwift Community Live 2025. Here's Eric's story of the first day... zwiftinsider.com/zcl-1/

Hundreds of Zwifters have arrived in Mallorca for a few days of quality riding and IRL hangout time at Zwift Community Live 2025. Here's Eric's story of the first day... zwiftinsider.com/zcl-1/
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Garmin's just announced their new Garmin Varia Vue cycling safety camera/headlight product. I've been putting it through its paces over the last little while to see how it handles in day, night, and plenty more! Is it worth the premium price? Dig in: dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/garmin…

Garmin's just announced their new Garmin Varia Vue cycling safety camera/headlight product. I've been putting it through its paces over the last little while to see how it handles in day, night, and plenty more! Is it worth the premium price? Dig in: dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/garmin…
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Here's the new Wahoo ROAM 3 & BOLT 3, everything you need to know after a boatload of initial rides across the two new cycling GPS units. From the new displays, to the new user interface, and plenty more: dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/wahoo-…

Here's the new Wahoo ROAM 3 & BOLT 3, everything you need to know after a boatload of initial rides across the two new cycling GPS units. From the new displays, to the new user interface, and plenty more: dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/wahoo-…
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Wahoo's announced their new cycling TRACKR Radar, and I've got everything you need to know after a pile of rides on it, including how it compares to Garmin and much more: dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/wahoo-…

Wahoo's announced their new cycling TRACKR Radar, and I've got everything you need to know after a pile of rides on it, including how it compares to Garmin and much more: dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/wahoo-…
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Strava has acquired Runna. Here's a look at what the heck Runna is (for those unfamiliar), why Strava wants it, and what it might mean going forward. Full details: dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/strava…

Strava has acquired Runna. Here's a look at what the heck Runna is (for those unfamiliar), why Strava wants it, and what it might mean going forward. Full details: dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/strava…
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👀All eyes on Amstel Gold Race this weekend 🇳🇱 Using VeloViewer data & profiling maps our spotlight is on the Cauberg ascent🔦 📈Stats 📍13% max gradient 📍Just short of 1k distance 📍6.7 average gradient 💥View more on the segment right here veloviewer.com/segments/25431… #AGR25 #FLCS

👀All eyes on <a href="/Amstelgoldrace/">Amstel Gold Race</a> this weekend 🇳🇱
Using VeloViewer data &amp; profiling maps our spotlight is on the Cauberg ascent🔦
📈Stats
📍13% max gradient
📍Just short of 1k distance
📍6.7 average gradient
💥View more on the segment right here veloviewer.com/segments/25431…

#AGR25 #FLCS
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Garmin has expanded ECG access to both the UK & Switzerland, for all hardware-compatible watches (e.g. Fenix 7 Pro, Epix Pro, Fenix 8, Venu 3, and a boatload of other variants). Full details: dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/garmin…

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The new Garmin Instinct 3 Tactical editions are out! Here's everything you need to know about these variants, including how they differ from the 2/2X models, and the base Instinct 3 models. Dive in: dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/garmin…

The new Garmin Instinct 3 Tactical editions are out! Here's everything you need to know about these variants, including how they differ from the 2/2X models, and the base Instinct 3 models. Dive in: dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/garmin…
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Got SRAM AXS or eTAP batteries and want to ditch micro-USB? I’ve been using this thing for a year or two, and not only is cheap, but dual port and theoretically faster charging. Also, it’s USB-C. Did I mention USB-C? The quick review: dcrainmaker.com/2025/05/sram-a…

Got SRAM AXS or eTAP batteries and want to ditch micro-USB? I’ve been using this thing for a year or two, and not only is cheap, but dual port and theoretically faster charging. Also, it’s USB-C. Did I mention USB-C? The quick review: dcrainmaker.com/2025/05/sram-a…
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Morocco Gravel Adventure Recap! I had but one goal: See a camel. Two goals if you count not flatting. Three goals if you included not being stranded in the desert. Here's how things played out: youtube.com/watch?v=a4OHcu…

Morocco Gravel Adventure Recap! I had but one goal: See a camel. Two goals if you count not flatting. Three goals if you included not being stranded in the desert. Here's how things played out: youtube.com/watch?v=a4OHcu…
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Wahoo Fitness Adds Tariff Surcharge to TRACKR Radar. Here's the details of the new fee, which Wahoo is applying to products made in China for US consumers. dcrainmaker.com/2025/05/wahoo-…

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In addition to the video from yesterday, I've now got a full post about the trip up. With, obviously, plenty more details about both the riding...and the camels. Dig in: dcrainmaker.com/2025/05/morocc…

In addition to the video from yesterday, I've now got a full post about the trip up. With, obviously, plenty more details about both the riding...and the camels. Dig in: dcrainmaker.com/2025/05/morocc…
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The new Suunto Run is out! Just $249 for this multisport watch, packed with new features like a new track running mode, offline music, marathon mode, and plenty more. I dive into how well it works in real life, and how it compares: dcrainmaker.com/2025/05/suunto…

The new Suunto Run is out! Just $249 for this multisport watch, packed with new features like a new track running mode, offline music, marathon mode, and plenty more. I dive into how well it works in real life, and how it compares: dcrainmaker.com/2025/05/suunto…
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Google has outlined some early bits of the upcoming Wear OS 6 features that'll land this summer, including UI design changes and AI pieces being added. I dive into the first tranche of changes coming: dcrainmaker.com/2025/05/google…

Google has outlined some early bits of the upcoming Wear OS 6 features that'll land this summer, including UI design changes and AI pieces being added. I dive into the first tranche of changes coming: dcrainmaker.com/2025/05/google…
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It's out! The Garmin Forerunner 970, and with it, my first run thoughts covering all the new features. Both hardware and the flotilla of software features (sport and non-sport). Dive in: dcrainmaker.com/2025/05/garmin…

It's out! The Garmin Forerunner 970, and with it, my first run thoughts covering all the new features. Both hardware and the flotilla of software features (sport and non-sport). Dive in: dcrainmaker.com/2025/05/garmin…
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The new Garmin Forerunner 570 is out, which is the successor to the Garmin Forerunner 265. This watch adds in some new hardware features, while adding in a pile of sport modes and a few other tweaks. Here's everything you need to know: dcrainmaker.com/2025/05/garmin…

The new Garmin Forerunner 570 is out, which is the successor to the Garmin Forerunner 265. This watch adds in some new hardware features, while adding in a pile of sport modes and a few other tweaks. Here's everything you need to know: dcrainmaker.com/2025/05/garmin…