Shows
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitGarmin's New Paid Connect+ Feature Is Actually Pretty CoolRay and Des chat about the new paid Garmin Nutrition and Food Logging feature for Connect+ and if it's actually worth it. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Related Videos // Garmin Food and Nutrition Logging (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/Sel6s-7ZCdk?si=wu2eYHSOWwfjZMf4 Garmin Food and Nutrition Logging (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/zbvNgQC2lj0?si=vyNqprT09dQX_bjn
2026-01-1736 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitSurprise Watches from COROS and SuuntoRay and Des chat about the summer and fall releases from Suunto and COROS including the COROS Nomad, Apex 4, and Pace 4 as well as the Suunto Race 2 and Vertical 2. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan Related videos: COROS Nomad Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/mQvqOFZDiMo?si=FMavR7yREZbIRmTr COROS Nomad Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/c-UnsJJhdfs?si=N9F_cof77_-e-q6h
2025-12-1745 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitMore Trouble For Whoop? Whoop vs The FDAIn this two-parter, Ray and Des first chat about Whoop's troubles with the FDA as well as Amazfit's Helio Band with a follow-up episode on Whoop suing Polar about similarities with their products. Related videos: Amazfit Helio Band Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/5xmXxqEjW2I?si=Re6hf5OnDVtykV8a Amazfit Helio Band Bicep Band Accuracy (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/tyYAo_mrnZo?si=PfQzL6vx0AC8k9wK Amazfit Helio Band Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/8eWnBjso40s?si=lgDrhHF-YyOiJ3z_ Amazfit Helio Band Review...
2025-10-1948 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitStrava Sues Garmin - This Won't End Well...Ray and Des chat about Strava's lawsuit against Garmin and why they're demanding Garmin cease selling devices. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DesFit on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com
2025-10-0333 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitThe Biggest Apple Watch Year Yet? Apple Watch Ultra 3, Series 11, SE 3DC Rainmaker and DesFit chat about Apple's biggest Apple Watch release in years with the new Ultra 3, Series 11, and SE 3, but also the new AirPods Pro 3 with built-in heart rate. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan Chapters: 0:00 Apple Watch Ultra 3 17:36 Apple Watch Series 11 27:23 Apple Watch SE3 30:32 Apple AirPod Pro 3 Related videos: Apple Watch Ultra 3 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/F...
2025-09-2441 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitSummer Smartwatch Roundup! New Watches from Garmin, Suunto, Polar, and MoreRay and Des chat about all the new smartwatches and sportswatches that have come out so far this spring and summer including new watches from Suunto, Garmin, Polar, and more. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan ///// Related videos /////// Garmin Forerunner 970/570/HRM 600 (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/fVmfiRBqCkk?si=W6FPac-SeRUvK7-6 Garmin Forerunner 970/HRM 600 First Run (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/g...
2025-07-0858 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitNew Apple Watch Features Coming Soon (WatchOS 26)We chat about everything new with the just-announced WatchOS 26 for Apple Watch. Filmed at Apple's podcast studio at Apple headquarters. Related videos: Apple WatchOS 26 (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/sAh1aBbPhIQ?si=Ogdoi-A551cL2BET Apple WatchOS 26 (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/uS5290eont8?si=Thft2FI-IZUYGiLp Apple WatchOS 26 (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/06/apple-watchos-26-announced-workout-buddy-and-more-explained.html /// Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & H...
2025-06-1431 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitBig Bike Tech Drops from Garmin and Wahoo!Ray and Des chat about the new Wahoo TRACKR Radar, ROAM 3, BOLT 3, along with the Garmin Varia Vue headlight camera. Related videos: Garmin Varia Vue Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/sSZArIrjEpg?si=UUHpYgeaqiB6FLhr Garmin Varia Vue Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/DojYoLWozzE?si=DgV5Mn4RUGGHGfn6 Garmin Varia Vue Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/garmin-varia-vue-light-camera-review.html Wahoo TRACKR Radar, ROAM 3, BOLT 3 (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/kCWqaqrGOn4?si=_jsfqcYDET1DUvwL Wahoo TRACKR Radar, ROAM 3, BOLT 3 Comparison (Des - YouTube): https://y...
2025-06-0154 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitWhoop Did It Again (The Whoop 5.0 Backlash)Ray and Des chat about the Whoop 5.0 & MG and subsequent consumer backlash. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com
2025-05-2552 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitThe Spring Sports Tech Tsunami Begins! Part OneAnother new Garmin, Des rides the Elite Square, new Zwift hardware, and Ray rides to a ball. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Related videos // Garmin Vivoactive 6 Review (Des - Youtube): https://youtu.be/q5tiM-u1OmQ?si=rLvzoXnjHrjPQotd Garmin Vivoactive 6 Review (Ray - Youtube): https://youtu.be/QPQ0tIiLtwM?si=H-Fe-Xw0FZPp49bF Garmin Vivoactive 6 Review (Ray - website): h...
2025-05-0142 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitZwift and TrainerRoad Hug It Out?!Ray and Des chat about all things indoor training 2025, from a pile of new trainers and smart bike frames, to both approved and unapproved integrations between Zwift, TrainerRoad, Rouvy, and more. Plus, the future of smart bikes. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Related videos // Elite Avanti Review (DCRAINMAKER): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/02/elite-avanti-smart-trainer-review.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYfMz-EDQPI Decathlon...
2025-02-251h 03
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitGarmin Instinct 3…Let's ChatRay and Des chat about new 2025 CES announcements including the Amazfit Active 2, Garmin HRM 200, and the Garmin Instinct 3. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Related videos // Garmin Instinct 3 - Everything you need to know (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/4VgEeJ0ua8U?si=MIE4W2JyZV20hCT7 Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED vs Solar Comparison (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be...
2025-01-1254 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitThe Watch We Weren't "Allowed" To ReviewRay and Des chat about the Wahoo's new ELEMNT Ace and the heavily hyped Amazfit T-Rex 3. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Chapters // 0:00 Wahoo ELEMNT Ace 28:43 Gear We're Stoked About 30:40 Amazfit T-Rex 3 43:56 What's Next? // Related Content // Amazfit T-Rex 3 Review: https://youtu.be/WY9lG8-VOfc?si=v37n5WTMQ-Fsq6Mt Wahoo ELEMNT Ace Review (Des - Y...
2024-12-2247 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitA $3000 Garmin and a $350 COROS walk into a bar...Ray and Des chat about the new COROS Pace Pro, Polar Vantage M3, Insta360 Ace Pro 2 action camera, weird sponsorships, and much more. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Chapters // 0:00 Ray's Big Move8:20 Insta 360 Ace Pro 2 and Sponsored Video Mess28:00 Polar Vantage M333:55 COROS Pace Pro47:18 Holiday Sales?50:38 Garmin Marq Damascus Steel (Gen 2)55:00 TrainingPeaks / IndieVelo Acquisition1:11:29 What's Next? / Related Content // Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Review...
2024-11-031h 13
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitStrava...You OK?Ray and Des chat about all things Strava from recent "quirks" on the platform as well as all the new features launched this year. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Chapters // 0:00 Strava's Strong Start to 2024 1:54 Routing Issues 11:54 Read-Only Forums 15:50 Removing Links 22:21 Killing FatMap25:14 Quick Edit and Home Page Ordering33:36 Athlete Intelligence38:10 Segment and Leaderboard Clean-Up48:23 Ray's Flashback to 2015
2024-10-1652 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitTechtember Roundup! Apple Watch, Pixel Watch, GoPro, DJI, and More!Ray and Des chat about all the new Techtember goodies including Apple Watches, Pixel watches, GoPros, new drones, and more!. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Chapters // 0:00 Where have we been? 1:10 Apple AirPods 4 3:55 Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 5:15 GoPro Hero 13 Black 13:59 GoPro Hero "4K" 24:58 DJI Neo Drone 32:21 Google Pixel Watch 3 46:29 Apple Watch Ultra 2 Black 53:11 Apple Watch Series 10 1:00:29 Apple Watch Sleep Apnea // Related Content // Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Review (Des...
2024-09-281h 09
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitGarmin Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 // Let's Chat...Ray and Des have even more thoughts about Garmin's latest flagship Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 sportswatches. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan Thanks to The Pros Closet (TPC), where you can get $40 off an order of $200 or more: 2024FITFILE40: http://www.tpc.bike/thefitfile Related videos: Garmin Enduro 3 Review (Des): https://youtu.be/qlMepLH6EgU?si=yj2uepVEa9LphHNQ Garmin Enduro 3 Review (Ray - YouTube): h...
2024-09-021h 07
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitSamsung Galaxy Watch Ultra - Apple Watch Ultra Copycat?Ray and Des chat about the new Galaxy Watch Ultra, Apple's Training Load and Vitals features, and the new OnePlus Watch 2R. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan Thanks to The Pros Closet (TPC), where you can get $40 off an order of $200 or more with code 2024FITFILE40 http://www.tpc.bike/thefitfile // Chapters & Timestamps // 0:00 Where in the world is Ray? 1:11 Apple Wa...
2024-07-281h 02
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitEurobike Sports Tech Roundup...and COROS Dura DelayRay and Des talk about the huge slate of Eurobike announcements from Elite and JetBlack along with the COROS Dura being delayed until Sept. 2024. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan Thanks to The Pros Closet (TPC), where you can get $40 off an order of $200 or more with code 2024FITFILE40: http://www.tpc.bike/thefitfile // Chapters & Timestamps // 0:00 JetBlack Victory Trainer 7:06 Zwift vs I...
2024-07-1458 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitZwift CEO Eric Min // Zwift Ride, Zwift Tron Bike, Price Increases, and the Future of ZwiftRay and Des sit down with Zwift CEO Eric Min to discuss the new Zwift Ride, the Zwift Tron Bike, price increases, and the future of Zwift. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan Thanks to The Pros Closet (TPC), where you can get $40 off an order of $200 or more with code 2024FITFILE40 http://www.tpc.bike/thefitfile // Chapters & Timestamps // 0:00 The Origins of Zwift
2024-07-0648 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitSummer Sports Tech is Heating Up! Zwift Ride, Edge 1050, Suunto Race S, and MoreRay and Des chat about the new Zwift Ride "Smart Bike", New Bike Computers from Garmin and COROS, The New Suunto Race S sports watch, and plenty more sports tech goodness. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan Thanks to The Pros Closet (TPC), where you can get $40 off an order of $200 or more: 2024FITFILE40 http://www.tpc.bike/thefitfile Timestamps: 0:00 What's Coming...
2024-06-301h 09
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitGarmin Connect 5.0, Stages, and More: The Internet on FireDC Rainmaker and DesFit talk about Garmin Connect's controversial update, Stages going under, the COROS Vertix 2S, and Zwift's updates. // Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:28 Stages Goes Under 13:17 COROS Vertix 2S 26:10 COROS going AMOLED? 34:48 Zwift's New Software Features 37:09 Zwift's Training API: TrainerRoad Ahead? 47:09 Garmin Connect 5.0: On Fire? Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Related Content COROS Vertix 2S Review (Des...
2024-05-041h 00
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitAre Heart Rate Earbuds The Future?DC Rainmaker and DesFit talk about the new Sennheiser Momentum Sport earbuds with a built-in HR sensor and our final testing of the Polar Grit X2 Pro. 0:00 Intro 1:05 Virtual Shifting Expansion? 15:00 Sennheiser Momentum Sport Earbuds 25:21 Is workout body temp useful? 34:32 Polar Grit X2 Pro: Our Final Reviews 53:20 Treking with the Grit X2 Pro Related Content: Polar Grit X2 Pro Review (Des): https://youtu.be/ShViXzvurTo?si=E03EeWCb7lYDaWa1 Sennheiser Momentum Sport Review (Des): https://youtu.be/1ta39coheTo?si=wK3O_Juz6J64XCxT Thanks...
2024-04-2259 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitThe Real Life of a Sports Tech ReviewerIn this episode, DC Rainmaker and DesFit talk about what it's actually like to be a sports tech reviewer from the products we review, how we make money, our review process, as well as the darker side like getting blacklisted by companies. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan //// Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:35 Accidentally becoming reviewers 5:40 DC Rainmaker's First YouTube Videos 7:35 How early we get unreleased pr...
2024-04-011h 27
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitPolar Grit X2 Pro: Lets talkIn this episode, DC Rainmaker and DesFit talk about the new Polar Grit X2 Pro, how it compares to Garmin, COROS, and Suunto, and Strava routes now available on Polar watches. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:58 Strava Routes on Polar Watches 14:15 Polar Grit X2 Pro 45:50 Ray's Upcoming "Adventure" /// More Info Polar Grit X2 Pro First Look (D...
2024-03-2249 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitSuunto + UTMB? Garmin vs Apple Ski Apps, Google Pixel Watch Updates, and More SPD Power MetersIn this episode, DC Rainmaker and DesFit talk about Google Pixel Watch Updates, Skiing Apps for Garmin and Apple, More SPD Power Meters, and other interesting news in the sports tech world. // Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:57 Look Power Meter Pedals 23:13 Apple vs Garmin Ski Apps 35:22 Supersapiens Shuts Down 46:32 Google Pixel Watch Updates 52:42 Suunto and UTMB Partnership /// More Info Apple Watch Slopes App vs Garmin (Ray): https://youtu.be/hELwHn8Fjyw?si=VLokpfEULo72hc3C Apple Watch Slopes App Review (Des): https://youtu.be/rHJL-TnpE0Q...
2024-03-101h 04
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitThe End of MIP Displays? Garmin Forerunner 165 and New Cycling Power MetersIn this episode, DC Rainmaker and DesFit talk about the new Garmin Forerunner 165 and if this is the end of MIP displays, new power meters from 4iiii's and Favero, Garmin's software security updates, and of course, plenty of fun tangents along the way. // Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:19 4iiii Precision 3+ Pro 10:24 Favero Assioma Pro MX-2 17:16 Crank or Pedal Power Meter? 20:01 Garmin Forerunner 165 24:13 The End of MIP Displays? 31:05 The future of Fenix/Epix/Enduro? 34:20 Why are there so many Garmin watches? 46:09 Garmin Security Updates /// More Info Garmin...
2024-02-2853 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitApple Vision Pro, Zwift Layoffs, Wahoo KICKR CORE Zwift One, and BurritosIn this episode, DC Rainmaker and DesFit talk about our first and continued usage of Apple Vision Pro, the big Zwift Layoffs and how Zwift might need to rethink its long-term strategy towards profitability and investor happiness, Wahoo and Zwift's new KICKR CORE Zwift One smart trainer, and Strava's free burrito competition gone wild. /// Time markers: 0:00 Intro 0:58 New Zwift/Wahoo smart trainer 10:21 Implications for trainer industry 13:40 Zwit Massive Downsizing 19:50 How does Zwift grow? 24:27 Did Zwift Hub help or hurt? 31:24 Apple Vision Pro (Des Trying) 34:00 Apple Vision Pro (Ray...
2024-02-111h 06
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitWahoo KICKR RUN, Peak Zwift Day, COROS Updates, WearOS in 2024, and Garmin takes a jab at Apple?In this episode, DC Rainmaker and DesFit talk about the new Wahoo KICKR Run treadmill, Peak Zwift Day, New COROS Features, Fossil quits smartwatches, Where is WearOS?, and did Garmin take a jab at Apple? //// Related videos and posts: Wahoo KICKR Run First Impressions (DesFit): https://youtu.be/xoQG0peNp8g?si=NJCimqvY2TRf3x1T Wahoo KICKR Run First Impressions (DC Rainmaker): https://youtu.be/BbiHG6s6J4M?si=cSAUUOx-AdTwyGKi Wahoo KICKR Run FAQ Answered: https://youtu.be/RvtNHu0KB6E?si=mZYHJZYCgv-e_HRj Peak Zw...
2024-02-0259 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitThe FIT File is Back! Garmin Connect Updates, Apple Watch Banned Again?, Samsung Galaxy Ring, & MoreIn the first episode of the FIT File Podcast reboot, DC Rainmaker and DesFit talk about everything new that's happened so far in 2024 including the Garmin Connect redesign, Apple Watch banned again (or not?), Samsung's Galaxy Ring announcement, and more. Related videos and posts: Garmin Connect Refresh: https://youtu.be/PWIwR5uN_Vg?si=oZ8Plp5vSVYH4hzx & https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vT9JA4ftiEs Garmin HRM-Fit: https://youtu.be/mVeo733z-uo?si=eLR_3CzuZ3tAh4Px & https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o...
2024-01-2453 min
Soul Healer PodcastBringing Sexy Back
Have you been trying to get your sexy back with no luck? Tune in for some tips or tools that may help you achieve your goals.
*SPOILER ALERT* ( If you haven't tuned in to the shows listed below, feel free to jump through the video)
(4:25) Power: The Book of Ghost
(19:25) SWV & Xscape : Queens of R&B
(29:45) Snowfall
(41:15) Beef
(46:02) Main Topic
MotivationMotivationaldoc - Dr. Alan Mandell: https://youtube.com/@motivationaldoc
7 Day Juice Challenge can be found on Instagram @so...
2023-04-141h 37
FasCat Cycling Training Tips PodcastWhich wearables are best? Expert tech reviewer Des Yap of DesFit explainsApple just launched three new watches with measurements for sleep cycles, HRV, blood oxygen levels, and many other things, and Des Yap of the DesFit YouTube Channel was in California for Apple's presentation. After testing and posting reviews on all three, Des came and joined Frank and Ben for a chat about what's new and interesting with wearables. Des specializes in wearable technology like smart watches and fitness and recovery trackers. Which is exactly what this episosde is about: tools like Whoop, Oura, Garmin, and Apple that track your sleep, HRV, and other things and how you...
2022-09-2354 minFasCat Cycling Training Tips PodcastWhich wearables are best? Expert tech reviewer Des Yap of DesFit explainsApple just launched three new watches with measurements for sleep cycles, HRV, blood oxygen levels, and many other things, and Des Yap of the DesFit YouTube Channel was in California for Apple's presentation. After testing and posting reviews on all three, Des came and joined Frank and Ben for a chat about what's new and interesting with wearables. Des specializes in wearable technology like smart watches and fitness and recovery trackers. Which is exactly what this episosde is about: tools like Whoop, Oura, Garmin, and Apple that track your sleep, HRV, and other things and how you...
2022-09-2354 min
The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT104 The Tiger King of Sports TechPerhaps the busiest week of the year to date for sports tech announcements, which is kinda crazy. Here's what we chatted about! - Ironman VR with Rouvy: Virtual Ironman Race for Pros - TrainerRoad Group Workouts - Trainer Hardware Availability - Zwift Clubs: Are we there yet? - Yet again more new Strava Features - 4iiii Lowers Prices For Power Meters - Suunto's adds TrainingPeaks Metrics - COROS adds Bluetooth Smart HR Broadcasting - Fitbit Charge 4 Announced: Did they get it right? Full list of deals: Http...
2020-04-0349 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT103 Zwift layoffs and yet somehow even more new Strava featuresWe've locked ourselves in our best padded rooms to bring you this week's episode of the FIT File Podcast, from two people as socially distance as you can possibly be! - Huge spike in people riding indoors - Is hardware getting hard to find? - Behind the scenes on sports tech availability - Strava's new intelligent route planning - What the heck is SRAM AXS Web? - Going back to indoor trainer basics - Zwift Layoffs, what does it really mean? - DCR 2020 Trainer App Guide! - Plus mindless...
2020-03-261h 00The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT102 Pro cycling teams migrate indoors with cancellations, opportunity for TrainerRoad?Here's what's new in this episode of the FIT File: - Sea Otter is off...then on...then conflicts?- Pro teams migrate to indoor trainer apps - What could TrainerRoad do to partner with teams this season? - And perhaps SufferFets too? - Strava's "What's Old is New Again" 2020 campaign continues - Wahoo drops price on BOLT - Then Wahoo drops a new BOLT! - Is there actually ebike integration demand? - Garmin drops price on Edge 1030/130/Varia Radar. - GoPro Hero 8 charging door test! Full...
2020-03-1340 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT101 The Slow Death Spiral of a Product ReviewIt's 101 Dalmatians time! Err...Episode 101. Here's what's new in the world of sports tech: - Strava App Updates… higher frequency! - Saris MP1 Reviews from DCR & Lama - Oreka Review - Continued Coronavirus fall-out on sports tech/events - Ray's new mountain bike - Whoop testing update --- And on social, you'll find us at: Shane's Twitter: https://twitter.com/gplama Ray's Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcrainmakerblog Pretty please with a cherry on top remember to rate this podcast on iTunes and leave a rev...
2020-03-0745 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT100 The Impact of Coronavirus on Sports Tech Episode 100 baby!!! With sports tech warming up, we resume our mostly-weekly uploads as we march towards spring. Or, err...fall for Lama. Here's what we dive into this episode: - Coronavirus impact on sports tech - Favero gets on social media? - PRICE HIKES for sports tech! - Pioneer Exits the Power Meter Business - Wait, and a price drop! - Peloton bricks competitors bikes - The Suunto 7 Review (and a sad story) - Tacx/Garmin NEO Warranty Fiasco - Strava's continued new features (!?!) --- ...
2020-02-2651 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT99 Live Studio Audience Recording at the Tour Down Under - Ask AnythingThis was a special live studio audience recording of the FIT File podcast from the Tour Down Under at the Rapha pop-up shop. Guests include Wahoo lead developer Murray Hughes, sport scientist Neal Henderson, and a boatload of audience questions. Note the video version is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxUeUJVH1Kw 0:00 – Bikes, Beer, and Tech Explainer 1:50 – Introductions 5:40 – The impact of less accurate power meters in the pro peloton/athletes 15:30 – To Murray: What was the most difficult Wahoo product feature to develop that you thought would be easy? 19:50 – What has surpri...
2020-02-0745 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT98 The mother of all pro cycling data driven teams...and kangaroos.Here's what we covered on this weeks special episode of the FIT File: Team NTT's crazy data-driven analytics and coaching platform Leomo sensor solution for proper bike fit Chatter about kangaroos, koalas, snakes, and other Australian things. Watch this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnTcHkv1EQE And on social, you'll find us at: Shane's Twitter: https://twitter.com/gplama Ray's Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcrainmakerblog Pretty please with a cherry on top remember to rate this podcast on iTunes and leave a review! It's like giving us a t...
2020-01-1922 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT97 Testing Nipple Clamps, and other Illuminating Things in The DarkHere's what we covered on this weeks episode of the FIT File: Zwift's Crit City Course DJI Mavic Mini (DCR & Lama Experiences) RGT comes out of beta! Rouvy's Tour de Suisse partnership, and our ideas on how to make it super cool. Wahoo KICKR Bike Update: Bike profiles & Di2 Synchro Shift GoPro Light Mod goes live (and new magnetic nipple clamp swiveling mount) LVL The First Wearable Hydration Monitor refunds Kickstarter backers. Merry Christmas all! 1) Support Ray via Best Tech Deals Post: https://dcra.in/TechDeals 2) Support Shane via YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/user/gp...
2019-12-2447 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT96 Peloton, and other things that drop during the nightHere's what we covered on this weeks episode of the FIT File: - Skydio 2 Review Behind the Scenes Chat - Stages Dash Gets ANT+ Radar - KICKR Bike Review & Chit-Chat - Tacx Training App New Release - Zwift Crit City...Maybe? - Rapha's expensive indoor clothes - Favero gravel bike SPD hack! - And yes, Peloton. Oh Peloton. Show links: 1) Support Ray via Best Tech Deals Post: https://dcra.in/TechDeals 2) Support Shane via YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/user/gplama/ And o...
2019-12-1341 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT95 DCR Open House Studio Audience Special Episode with Q&A!Here's what we covered on this weeks episode of the FIT File: - Corporate acquisitions - Wearables and watches recap - Power meters - a bust? - Indoor trainers - Cycling GPS units and accessories - A huge pile of awesome Q&A questions - Our most impressive tech of 2019 Show links: 1) Support Ray via Best Tech Deals Post: https://dcra.in/TechDeals 2) Support Shane via YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/user/gplama/ And on social, you'll find us at: Shane's T...
2019-12-0652 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT94 Debating how best to carry a GoPro in our mouths, also who needs 25% gradients in trainers?Here's what we covered on this weeks episode of the FIT File: - Recap of the Best Sports Tech deals - Relive Relived! Wahoo Integration, is it a restart? - The Elite Zumo Smart Trainer Review - Do trainers need to simulate 25% gradients!?! - Things that LAMA puts in his mouth - GoPro releases earnings. Are they turning a corner? - DJI Mavic Mini: Who got their first flight first? - The best Garmin watch charger...for $10! Plus all sorts of other fun chatter along the way, as...
2019-11-1955 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT93 Zwift Posts Jobs to Build Big Indoor Gear, Strava's CEO got DisconnectedHere's what we covered on this weeks episode of the FIT File: - BKool ditches hardware - Strava's CEO departure - Zwift plans new hardware division - Peloton acquires their Taiwanese hardware manufacturer - Canyon Updates their Indoor Trainer Policy - PowerTap G4 Chit-Chat - Garmin Pace Pro goes to FR945/FR245 - Ray's Tacx NEO 2T Full Review Plus all sorts of other fun chatter along the way, as always! Podcast Sponsor: Precision Hydration! Huge shout-out to our first podcast sponsor - Precision...
2019-11-121h 00The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT92 You had one hand (picking) job: The Year of 2019 Indoor FailuresHere's what we covered on this weeks episode of the FIT File: - VirtuGo goes under - DCR Smart Bike Shootout Post Discussion - Google buys Fitbit - Suunto features firmware update - DJI Mavic Mini: Lama's first drone?!? - IQ2 $25 power meter advert...or not? - Strava mapping change (thumbnails): Does it matter? Plus all sorts of other fun chatter along the way. Regrettably, this was recorded about two hours prior to Strava's CEO announcing his departure, and before Bkool sold off their hardware business. Always more for...
2019-11-051h 02The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT91 Which smart trainer to get? We dive deep on all things trainers!Here's what we covered on this weeks episode of the FIT File: - Elite's new 'Upgrado' App: Firmware upgrades with Italian flare - GoPro Max: Do you get Max or the Hero 8? An explainer - Leomo Type-S: Full Android 'Sports Performance Computer' - Hammerhead Karoo gets ANT+/Varia Radar Connectivity! - Garmin Edge 530/830/1030 to inReach and a bunch of other updates - Bowflex bike: A Peloton competitor that works on Zwift?!? (https://www.bowflex.com/bikes/) - The 2019-2020 Trainer Recommendation Guide: So much to discuss! Podcast Sponsor: Precision...
2019-10-261h 19The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT90 Hiding devices in plain sight until caught by the paparazzi [Audio Fixed]Here's what we covered on this weeks meandering episode of the FIT File: - Hiding unreleased devices in the wild! - DCR Open House 2019 Registration Opens - The return of the Strava App news… removing sensor support - Lama's Neo Bike Unboxing: Creating snowglobes - Kona Power Meter Counts - historical Reference: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2017/10/insights-ironman-championships.html - New Kinomap Platform Updates - Garmin Swim 2 Released/Announced - Polar Vantage V & M Firmware Updates to add Ignite features - Zone5 Sports Cloud Platform - Yet More Peloton la...
2019-10-201h 06The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT89 Ride it like you stole it: The Zwift/British Cycling Cheating Scandal ExplainerOctober has arrived on the sports tech scene full of turbulence, here's what was on tap this week: - The entertaining stories of our smart bike deliveries - Wahoo acquires Speedplay Pedals, what does it mean? - Ray costs Shane more Money: GoPro Hero 8 released - Skydio 2 drone announced: Yet more financial distress for Shane? - InsideRide KICKR E-Flex Accessory Announced - Zwift Mountain Bike Steering released to public - The Zwift/British Cycling Cheating Fiasco -- Part 1: Technical explainer -- Part 2: Admission & Penalties -- Part 3: Debunking excuses
2019-10-071h 01The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT88 Stop press! Strava actually announced a new feature?!?We're hot into the September release festivus, with everything from new wearables to potentially game changing sales of companies. Plus lots of funny stories along the way (for realz this time). - Tacx NEO Bike Review - The Great Wahoo Bike Race - Apple Watch Series 5 Initial Testing - COROS Vertix Firmware Update & COROS APEX Pro - Wahoo / TrainerRoad Workout Sync - Wahoo Chickens and Lamas in Radar Update - Assioma MTB pedal hack - It actually works! - Data security on Strava - why is there a gap?...
2019-09-251h 11The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT87 Watch This Space: We recap a dozen smartwatches launched this monthHere's your complete late Summer 2019 watch launch recap. We dive into the key features of each new product - as well as who exactly these companies are targeting, plus, the winners and losers. Here's the full lineup (in order we discuss them): Garmin Fenix 6 Series Garmin Vivoactive 4 Series Garmin Venu Garmin Connected GPS Feature for Vivomove 3, Vivostyle, Vivosmart 4 Apple Watch 5 Apple Watch Series 3 Price Drop Fitbit Versa 2 Sigma Watches id.TRI id.FREE And a few others that we got distracted on as well... Podcast Sponsor: Precision Hydration! Huge shout-out to our first podcast sponsor...
2019-09-1758 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT86 Eurobike Recap: Who's gonna buy all these smart indoor bikes?Here's your complete Eurobike 2019 sports tech recap. We dive into all the new tech found at the show this year, and our thoughts on everything. Here's the full lineup (in order we discuss them): Smart Trainers: Tacx (Neo2T) Elite (DiretoX, Tuo, Suito) Wahoo (none. But new firmware!) Saris (H3, Rocker, Desk) 4iiii - Fliiiiiiiiiiiiight Kinetic - R1 (not new) Jetblack - Volt and EMS Smart Bikes: Tacx Elite's Price Reduction Stages Wahoo SRM TrueKinetix VeloPro Other Tech/Power Meters: SRM MTB pedals Rotor INspider power meter Zwift steering Steering devices Rouvy Ap...
2019-09-101h 00The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT85 Someone had a baby...and now we're late on this podcastIt may be quiet now, but next week is Eurobike and things are already hitting the hopper! Here's the full topic list: - Zwift Hacking at DefCon: Is it a real concern? - InsideRide Rollers Review and Discussion - How to listen to PodCasts on Garmin wearables? (Listener question) - Garmin launches Amazon Music - Wahoo adds Varia Radar support (and Ray's x-rated bike filming setup) Podcast Sponsor: Precision Hydration! Huge shout-out to our first podcast sponsor - Precision Hydration. They not only supported this episode, but...
2019-08-2936 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT84 Garmin got sued by Philips, say what?It may be quiet now, but things are starting to brew in both the Lama Lab & DCR Cave. Enjoy the calm before the storm as we dive into a slew of topics. Here's the full topic list: - Philips sues both Garmin and Fitbit - Kinetic R1 Smart Trainer - Ready for prime time? - MARQ Review - Worth $1,500? - Zwift quietly releases dinosaurs...putting it to the test! - Equinox Bike Announcement...and then it all went to @#$#. - How to load maps on your Garmin devices for free
2019-08-091h 07The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT83 The Worst Crowd Funded Power Meter Company Revival!After a week or two of recovery from a crazy early July of travel around the global (and TdF watching) for both DCR & Lama, we're back in action! Here's the full topic list: - TrainerRoad price increases - twice in under 12 months. - Zwift also increases their price - Favero Assioma Firmware Update: Cycling Dynamics Implemented - The Elite Suito: Trainer to beat for 2019? - LIMITS power meters are back baby!!! - Visit to Giant in Taiwan / Their MY20 Power Meter Preview / CADEX line - Gear I Use Discussion
2019-08-0251 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT82 Strava's Relive Nightmare, Tour de France & Giro Rosa TechWe're back from the Tour de France & Giro Rosa complete with plenty of sports tech tidbits, recorded in front of a complete studio audience at the DCR Open House. Enjoy all sorts of fun! Here's the full topic list: - Wahoo acquiring Sufferfest - Suffolligans? Walandirans? What this all means. - Strava vs Relive - What the in the API is going on? And why is Spongebob Squarepants involved? - Tour Tech - From the Tour de France and Giro Rosa - Trainers / Power Meters / Head Units - Questions / Q&A from...
2019-07-181h 05The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT81 Eleven Ways Shimano-Based Power Meters FailSorry for Ray's clipped audio. We were just too excited being all in the same room we didn't triple check it. My bad (My = Ray). On the bright side, we packed a ton of stuff in there this week with lots of good discussion: - The Rivet: A Zwift competitor? Or too soon? - FulGaz and Trainer App Price Bumps - Shimano Based Dual Sided Power Meter Failures - Edge 530/830 firmware updates & recommendations - Unboxing Forerunner 945 to paying for lunch with Garmin Pay timed test - Apple Beddit 3.5 new beta features!...
2019-07-061h 06The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT80 No KOM's in Rental CarsThere was a lot of air this week. Here's all the filler: - Zwift Time Trial Mode, and Group Ride Fence updates - FulGaz: New Training features & ERG mode - Garmin GPS Chipset Rabbit Hole - IQ^2 Never Ending Updates - Polar Ignite GPS Watch - Lama Lab tests of the Crown Rollers - BKool AIR Testing Tidbits - New Stryd Running Power Meter Wind Tunnel Testing - Some fun behind the scenes tidbits Check back weekly for new episodes! Shane's Twitter: https://twitter.com/g...
2019-06-3051 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT79 Shady Kickstarter Rabbit HolesHere's what you'll get to enjoy this week: - Shady advertisers on the internet re-using our content - The Absolute One Cycling Computer - Kickstarter: Bad rap deserved? - Shimano Di2 Wireless Module Bluetooth Update - Wahoo KICKR CORE Firmware Update, any good? - Wahoo ELMENT ROAM Updates - Garmin Extended Display Mode, what is it? - BKool Air Smart Trainer First Ride (finally!) - Crown Rollers First Ride - Power Meter Rabbit Holes That Go Deep - Beer Stockage Levels at the DCR Cave ...
2019-06-2445 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT78 That time we crashed hardHere's what's on tap this week: - Feedback from the Garmin Issues post - Stages releases new Dash units - First ride! - IQ2 Update (of course!) - TrainerRoad launches planned workout sync for Garmin - DCR Summer Open Cave Event - That time we crashed our bikes hard (or got hit by a car) - Do emergency crash detection beacons work? Check back weekly for new episodes! Ray's Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcrainmakerblog Shane's Twitter: https://twitter.com/gplama Rate this Podcast on iTu...
2019-06-1746 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT77 The Front Fell Off: Swimming with Garmin watchesHere's what's on tap this week: - Garmin Live Event Sharing Feature- Giant Power Pro power meter - TrainerRoad new Desktop App beta - Sufferfest SUF Coaching - Customized training plans - VirtuGO haunts us with Virtual Ghosts to train with!- Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM updates - Turn by turn navigation for Strava routes!- Garmin Edge Varia radar tone selection… the beep is back! - Ray's Garmin Watch Swim fail in triathlon- A Rant on General Garmin stability/buginess- Apple WatchOS 6 Preview Che...
2019-06-0951 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT76 Snap, crackle, pop. Sounds bike computers and F-16's make.Hey folks, sorry for the delay this week, we were waiting on something to go live that we had talked about, and finally it did. Enjoy! - Wahoo halts ROAM shipments till July - Zwift ToS Update v2 - Suunto 5 Watch Preview - F-16 puts a halt to SIDI orders in the US - GranFondo New York Strava stats overview - Both the WattBike ATOM and Kinetic R1 Trainer lands in Australia this week - SRAM bump the PowerTap G3 hub to US$499 - 'Esports bibs'.... Really? - Lost...
2019-05-3146 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT75 Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Sorta.Here's the roundup: - Garmin Forums - Down for a week of housekeeping..and hopefully back? - The new DJI OSMO Action (cam) - The COROS Vertix Watch … a Fenix Wannabe? - Details of Ray's FirstBeat Keynote - Zwift Android quietly out of beta.... kind of. - Pedalling Metrics: Pedal Smoothness & Torque Effectiveness. PS, TE, or just BS? - Big 20% off sale and various other Garmin/Suunto/GoPro/etc Check back weekly for new episodes! Ray's Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcrainmakerblog Shane's Twitter: https://twitter.com/gpla...
2019-05-1955 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT74 Are we in violation of the Terms of Service?Here's the roundup for the week: - STAC Performance acquired by 4iiii - Bryton 450 Cycling GPS review discussion - Giant's new crash replacement policy - FulGaz releases Android and iOS apps, what's next? - Zwift's Giro d'Italia Stage 1 course - a success? - Zwift's Terms of Service Controversial Update - Tile vs Chipolo Lost Tracker Test Results! Check back weekly for new episodes! Ray's Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcrainmakerblog Shane's Twitter: https://twitter.com/gplama Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review!
2019-05-1244 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT73 Bezelgate, and new products extravaganza!Here's the roundup for the week: - New Garmin Forerunner 945/245/45 discussion - New Wahoo ROAM Cycling GPS: Does it miss the mark? - Garmin's new Female Health Tracking Features - Polar's updates and new watch - Suunto's platform updates - Xert iOS Product Release - Samsung Fold debacle, kinda like sports tech - IQ2 changes direction Check back weekly for new episodes! Ray's Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcrainmakerblog Shane's Twitter: https://twitter.com/gplama Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review!
2019-05-0455 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT72 Do As I Say Not As I DoHere's the roundup for the week: - Garmin's Edge 530 & 830 Deep-dive - New speed/cadence sensors with party tricks! - Canyon's new trainer ads violate own warranty statements - IQ2's 1st Kickstarter birthday - Peloton's music fiasco continues - What do people actually value on GPS bike computers? And what's the year going to look like? Check back weekly for new episodes! Ray's Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcrainmakerblog Shane's Twitter: https://twitter.com/gplama Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review!
2019-04-2743 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT71 Goats With Garmin Running WatchesHere's the roundup for the week: - Sea Otter Tech Round-Up- Ray's Visit to Zwift HQ- Our take on the Specialized Roubaix Demo ride - The Wattbike Atom X Smart Bike - Direct force vs Power Estimators Power Meters- Tracking escaping GOATS with a Garmin Watch! Check back weekly for new episodes! Ray's Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcrainmakerblog Shane's Twitter: https://twitter.com/gplama Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review!
2019-04-2244 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT70 Sea Otter Tech, Garmin changes, and Wahoo's big announcementHere's the roundup for the week, complete with special guest Des from DesFit. Also, check out the rare video version of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/TdeiHw0Wk0s - Big changes from Garmin at Connect IQ Summit - Optical HR Sensor Shootout post - All you need to know about optical HR sensors. - SRAM buys PowerTap - We talk about Wahoo's new hardware…. Announced on April 11th - TrainerRoad outdoor workouts (a two part series of announcements) - AroFly (cheap power meter!) launch/re-launch on Kickstarter Check ba...
2019-04-1637 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT69 New podcast name, plus new Road Grand Tours Apple TV app!This week we've got the podcast renamed (though, not yet with a fancy new podcast album cover). Plus, we take a look at the the new Road Grand Tours (now called RGT) Apple TV app and splintering of their app platform. We talk about our experiences with Magene's direct drive trainer, and dive into Ray's sports tech industry chat at a Barcelona business school. We chat about the upcoming Sea Otter show, as well as Garmin's Connect IQ Summit next week. Check back weekly for new episodes! Visit Ray's site for written in-depth product reviews.
2019-04-0646 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT68 - Lefties only, and the final new Podcast name optionsWe dive into what Ray's been doing in Mallorca the past few days including an update on both the Samsung Galaxy Active and Garmin MARQ Athlete watches, plus Shane takes us down the rabbit whole that was two power meter reviews (at opposite ends of the goodness spectrum). Plus we discuss Zwift's big televised event, as well as the latest Apple Watch update rolling out ECG support to a boatload more countries. Check back weekly for new episodes! Visit Ray's site for written in-depth product reviews. Visit Shane's YouTube channel for sports technology...
2019-03-2939 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT67 Hell Has Frozen OverThree's company! For our third revival episode we dive into the not so secret backstory behind Polar's decision to add ANT+. Plus, Tacx kills off their user support forums?!? And Peloton manages to get itself sued for $150 million. Not only that, but what the heck is the deal with the Kinetic R1 trainer - and will Zwift end up in Google Stadia? And Shane tries out the new Trek/Bontrager helmets. Check back weekly for new episodes! Visit Ray's site for written in-depth product reviews. Visit Shane's YouTube channel for sports technology goodness.
2019-03-2346 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT66 Private Yachts and Weight eDopingTwo in a row baby, we're officially on a roll! This week we tackle the least expensive new Fitbit, to the most expensive new $2,500 Garmin GPS watch. Plus, how quickly can you lose 8KG for proper Zwift cheating? We also tackle some news out of the Wattbike camp, and the state of the podcast feeds. Oh - and we are most definitely still looking for your suggestions on a new name. Hit up our Twitter's below to lob us ideas! Check back weekly for new episodes! Visit Ray's site for written in-depth product reviews.
2019-03-1545 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitFIT65 The Revival Show!Yup folks - Ray is back, this time with Shane Miller of GPLama as we embark on a new podcast adventure. While the topics will be familiar, we've changed up the format a bit and going a bit deeper. Plus, we'll even change the name and podcast image once we get your suggestions, so feel free to hit us up on Twitter with all your suggestions. Check back weekly for new episodes! Visit Ray's site for written in-depth product reviews. Visit Shane's YouTube channel for sports technology goodness. Ray's Twitter: https://t...
2019-03-1056 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR64 We're BackBen and Ray catch up after a long spring break. They discussed tiny drones, a new trainer, bike computers and they even answered a question from the audience. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2017-07-0830 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR63 Facebook LiveThis is a replay of Ray's recent Facebook Live session. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review. Check out the new Ben Hobbs Podcast here or get it on iTunes.
2017-03-311h 32The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR62 Artificial Intelligence + Preview of a New PodcastIn this episode, Ray and Ben get right to the listener questions. Among other things, they talked about training software, the Fenix 5, alleged artificial intelligence and the actual future of sports tech. Links: Check out the new Ben Hobbs Podcast here or get it on iTunes. Sam Harris Ted Talk on AI. Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2017-03-291h 04The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR61 Which way is the Beach?In this episode, Ray and Ben discuss the death of Computrainer, Mobile World Congress and why it makes sense to fly to Barcelona just to use the pool. Then they answered questions ranging from 1 week to 4 months in age. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2017-03-0635 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR60 The AnalyzerIn this episode, Ray and Ben discuss his Apple Watch review, his new Analyzer software and they answer listener questions related to a stolen heart rate strap, power meter selection and more. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2017-02-1643 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR59 Catching UpIn this episode, Ray and Ben continue to catch up on past listener questions that accumulated over the break. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2017-02-0932 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR58 They're back!In this episode Ray and Ben catch up after a long break. Ray talks about spending time in Australia, the CES show, ISIS using drones, motor doping and more. They wrapped up with listener questions. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2017-02-0232 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR57 The OZ EpisodeIn this episode, Ray talks about the best holiday deals, great deals still available and other news from November. They also touched on the GoPro drone recall before answering listener questions. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-12-0234 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR56 Failure to LaunchIn this episode Ray and Ben discuss the collapse of Brim Brothers, the annual DCR open house in Paris and a disastrous triathlon watch launch by Suunto. Then they answered a couple of listener questions. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-10-2836 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR55 Motor DopesIn this episode Ben and Ray discuss the ANT+ Symposium, trainers and drones. Then they answered questions from the audience. They finished up with a thought provoking conversation about motor doping, if Ray thinks pro cyclists have been cheating, and how motors could be used to improve cycling in certain scenarios. Interested in learning more about becoming a member of TRS Racing? Click here. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-10-1935 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR54 Oh CanadaIn this episode, Ben and Ray take questions from Canadiens ONLY!! But first, they talked about drones and other cool stuff. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-10-0729 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR53 Vegas Baby, VegasIn this episode, Ray talks about his trip to Interbike where an amazing number of product launches DID NOT take place. Ray will tell you everything you need to know about trainers, so that you can make your final fall purchase decision. They also answered a few listener questions. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-09-2931 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR52 EurobikeIn this episode, Ray talks about his RV trip to Eurobike where an amazing number of product launches took place. Ray will tell you everything you need to know about trainers, power meters, bike washing, head units and more. They also took time to discuss the new Apple watch before answering just one question. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-09-0934 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR51 Pump Up the BaseIn this episode Ray fills us in on the new $1500 Garmin fashion GPS watch, a new trainer from Cyclops, a swim tracker from Hong Kong and a new Stryd running power meter. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-08-2635 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR50 Took a Pill in IbizaIn this episode, Ray talks to Ben from an outdoor cafe in Ibiza. Because of some excess wind, we had to do some significant noise reduction in post-production and it sounds a bit wonky. We apologize. Nevertheless, it's a great episode that hits all the major notes: Garmin, Strava, drugs, etc. There may or may not be some youtube karaoke. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-08-1935 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR49 Live AirstreamingAfter a month long hiatus, Ray and Ben explain why they've been absent before answering all of your sports tech questions. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-08-1534 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR48 Facebook LiveHere's a unique Facebook Live Q&A with DCR, covering a million and one questions. View the video here: https://www.facebook.com/dcrainmaker/videos/1306175926067111/ Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-08-111h 44The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR47 PrexitIn this episode, Ben and Ray discuss the birth of his daughter, some less important sports tech stuff and then they answer all of your terrible sports technology questions. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-07-0934 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR46 Stac that CheeseIn this episode, Ben and Ray discuss the new totally silent Stac trainer. Then, they answer all of your fascinating sports technology questions. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-06-2332 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR45 EliteIn this episode, Ben and Ray discuss the new Elite trainers that were launched over the weekend. Then, they answer your sports technology questions. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-06-0136 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR44 Magic MicIn this episode, Ben and Ray answer lots of questions after a discussion about Ironman Texas and bad conditions for racing. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-05-2534 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR43 RetractionNew product announcements from Garmin and CycleOps, plus lots of amazing and terrible questions. Links: Ray's Amazon Link. Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews. Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-05-1732 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR42 Love ChildIn this episode Ray answers hard hitting sports tech and other
totally unrelated questions from a hotel room in Venice,
Italy.
Links:
Ray's
Amazon Link.
Visit Ray's website to ask
a question and read in-depth product reviews.
Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-05-0231 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR41 Ladies NightThis is ladies night, and the feeling's right. This is ladies night, oh what a night. In addition to answering questions from the ladies, Ray and Ben discuss Sea Otter and his visit to UCI headquarters.
Links:
Ray's Amazon Link.
Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews.
Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-04-2231 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR40 That Ain't a KnifeIn this episode, Ray and Ben talk about the upcoming Sea Otter show in California before answering all kinds of interesting questions about sports technology and Donald Trump.
Links:
Ray's Amazon Link.
Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews.
Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-04-0832 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR39 Two for TuesdayIn this episode, Ben and Ray answer 2 questions about Garmin and 2 questions about Scosche Rhythm HR monitors. They also discuss how NOT to die during your first sprint triathlon.
Links:
FREE SHIPPING on the website theracery.com and use coupon code HUSKYHOBBS for a 6% discount. Ebay store address: http://stores.ebay.com/theracery/. Like The Racery on facebook and follow @theracery on instagram.
Ray's tips for your first triathlon.
Ray's Amazon Link.
Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews.
Rate this Podcast on iTunes...
2016-04-0430 minThe FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFitDCR38 Heart Rate TonightIn this episode, Ray and Ben answer lots of questions about HR... and other topics.
Links:
Ray's Amazon Link.
Visit Ray's website to ask a question and read in-depth product reviews.
Rate this Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
2016-03-2630 min