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	Title	Pub. Date	Duration
	Apple Finally Did It? Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Series 12 with Readiness!	25 sept. 2026	00:32:17
Ray and Des chat about the new Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Series 12...finally with a readiness feature! 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: Apple Watch Ultra 4 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/2tSA3nkdl98?si=_4DybGQp1vvs3MkS Apple Watch Ultra 4 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/rrY6nDE7ukk?si=ozNnhrCdhBWdRdZB Apple Watch Ultra 4 Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2026/09/apple-watch-ultra-4-in-depth-review.html // 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 The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732
	Garmin CIRQA...Let's Chat!	04 août 2026	00:34:25
Ray and Des chat about the long-awaited Garmin CIRQA activity tracker. 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: Garmin CIRQA Review (Des - YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xawIOjzqvCo Garmin CIRQA Accuracy Comparison (Ray - YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2K4x0CnuQug Garmin CIRQA Accuracy Comparison (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2026/08/accuracy-deep-dive-garmin-cirqa-whoop-fitbit-air-amazfit-helio-polar-loop-testing.html Garmin CIRQA FAQ (Des - YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8YqGlYyg_I // 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 The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732
	Garmin Price Drops, Apple WatchOS 27, and Google's Obsession With Queso	17 juin 2026	00:40:56
Ray and Des chat about the Apple's new watchOS 27 update, Fitbit Air reviews, and price drops from Garmin. 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: Fitbit Air Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/e_uSpR_4hmg?si=CMQpkz8e8P7ynFGt Fitbit Air Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/Sryp2OOn9Xk?si=DaqQB1buSQNlvy0w Fitbit Air Review (Ray - Website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2026/05/fitbit-review-vs-whoop.html Fitbit Air Arm Band Accuracy (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/mglGJqUKXh8?si=piut9VHdh-FFB0vZ Garmin Forerunner 70/170 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/aDrUFBzVdwQ?si=rxCgEfrsmb1Jcl4g Garmin Forerunner 70 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/EjWusb56MM4?si=MsGNQoYGXATBAkKp Garmin Forerunner 70 Review (Ray -Website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2026/05/garmin-forerunner-70-depth-review-and-tested.html Garmin Forerunner 70 vs 170 Comparison (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/Lr0f1g-H-ls?si=vX9XAdhb7QB1NmXO Garmin Forerunner 70 vs 170 Comparison (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/XI0lzZWNjfw?si=Gcr2-4TomPx6iZsh WatchOS 27 Overview (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/QUPrh7naJ9Q?si=-F9gxca4aytFEMwG WatchOS 27 Overview (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/IMs93E-mtiA?si=XSD0sBiBcg-4QSpK WatchOS 27 Overview (Ray - Website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2026/06/apple-watchos27-new-features-detailed.html // Chapters 0:00 What's In This Episode? 2:16 Apple watchOS 27 Updates 13:58 Apple and Garmin Rumors?! 20:16 Google Fitbit Air 29:04 Fitbit Air Arm Band Accuracy 31:42 Garmin Forerunner 70/170 35:55 Garmin Price Drops // 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 The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732
	Fitbit Air: Should Whoop Worry?	10 mai 2026	00:44:25
Ray and Des chat about the potential for the Google Fitbit Air to change the health and fitness industry forever. 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: Fitbit Air Announced (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/h-58hCcTRFU?si=UwqmHiOh17mY1Vw8 Fitbit Air Announced (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/njdRHsLbcp0?si=sUnKFvzSGq1Ay0D8 Fitbit Air Announced (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2026/05/fitbit-air-whoop-competitor-everything-details.html Whoop's Response to the Fitbit Air (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2026/05/whoops-defensive-hastily-features.html // 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 The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732
	The Watch We Wanted To Love...	03 mai 2026	00:32:35
Ray and Des chat about the new Polar Street X. With a built-in flashlight, retro looks, and a great price, it has tons of potential. 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 Polar Street X Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/uNif0vGfozc?si=zTbh7BbtBgKTzdbR Polar Street X Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/WUnNimZAx6g?si=23sQrefb5hq1z3tX Polar Street X Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2026/04/polar-street-x-in-depth-sports-review.html Suunto vs Garmin vs Suunto Lawsuit: https://youtu.be/7QAiOeQPBak?si=hQiCtAgcccbPWvI0 // 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 The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts:https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732
	COROS and Wahoo Partnership…A Complicated Collaboration?	28 avr. 2026	00:35:04
Ray and Des discuss the new partnership between COROS and Wahoo with where it's both genius but could also get complicated. 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 Wahoo / COROS CEO Interview: https://youtu.be/jZqg8Tltzys?si=nxBHsjvBSH48lX-y Wahoo and COROS Hook Up: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2026/04/coros-wahoo-partnership.html // 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 The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732
	Is Garmin's New Varia 820 Radar "Too Good"?	29 mars 2026	00:39:08
Ray and Des chat about the new Garmin Varia RearVue 820 cycling radar and why it may actually be "too good". 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 Varia RearVue 820 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/8cUFRk21v5U?si=TwvrpT4Kv-s7myBT Garmin Varia RearVue 820 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/AHjDw6Vsyvs?si=GfpNn8dY_1UhxKct Garmin Varia RearVue 820 Review (Ray - Website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2026/02/garmi-varia-rearvue-radar-820-in-depth-review.html // 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 The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732
	Suunto vs Garmin vs Suunto // Flashlight Fight!	07 mars 2026	00:44:55
Ray and Des chat about a battle between Suunto and Garmin over smartwatch features, including GPS antennas, training feedback, and watch flashlights. 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 References: xxx The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732
	Garmin's New Paid Connect+ Feature Is Actually Pretty Cool	17 janv. 2026	00:36:22
Ray 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 Garmin Food and Nutrition Logging (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2026/01/garmin-connect-nutrition-logging-connect.html // 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
	Surprise Watches from COROS and Suunto	17 déc. 2025	00:45:26
Ray 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 COROS Nomad Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/08/coros-nomad-in-depth-review-comparison.html Suunto Race 2 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/O0AnKvQaPOM?si=Z7ExtDGd1Ma6_MSE Suunto Race 2 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/TpEoe4npYZM?si=u944rBGbRfuZFdXx Suunto Race 2 Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/08/suunto-race-2-in-depth-review-finally-accurate.html Suunto Vertical 2 Review (Des - YouTube): Coming soon Suunto Vertical 2 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/TxS5lD2lnWk?si=K2oiK8NV_jyxAUE_ Suunto Vertical 2 Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/09/suunto-vertical-2-in-depth-review-flashlight.html COROS Apex 4 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/F2bORMcdGT0?si=fmL1aIiOH8Eh_GEJ COROS Apex 4 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/R8L4xOQ7PxU?si=qvPhskQBC7lTApxl COROS Apex 4 Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/10/coros-apex-4-series-depth-review-comes.html COROS Pace 4 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/yKtG9MqzvWY?si=RRl8EQfDP-ERjM9U COROS Pace 4 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/3rJcVVD7TbE?si=8iEyQrdDJJzDgnI3 COROS Pace 4 Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/11/coros-pace-4-in-depth-sports-review.html Chapters: 0:00 In this episode... 2:00 COROS Nomad 10:49 Suunto Race 2 14:47 Suunto Vertical 2 23:11 COROS Apex 4 31:45 COROS Pace 4 37:37 2025 Report Card for Suunto and COROS 45:06 What's Coming Up... // 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
	More Trouble For Whoop? Whoop vs The FDA	19 oct. 2025	00:48:15
In 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 (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/06/amazfit-helio-band-in-depth-review-99-no-sub-fee-but-worth-it.html Chapters: 0:00 What's Coming Up! 3:11 Amazfit Helio Band 22:46 Whoop vs FDA 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
	Strava Sues Garmin - This Won't End Well...	03 oct. 2025	00:33:49
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
	The Biggest Apple Watch Year Yet? Apple Watch Ultra 3, Series 11, SE 3	23 sept. 2025	00:41:07
DC 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/FNfJUYdd2yc?si=bFb6HSmXQrBAuTAp Apple Watch Ultra 3 vs Series 11 (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/WKAYALYLWxg?si=Ej67u7vbdqjw5vId AirPods Pro 3 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/Cp0pGzWMvwI?si=DG4WMXTqso3khPH9 AirPods Pro 3 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/fZwOUYjUVjA?si=ZbSme3WZpHyBaEXd Apple Watch 2025 Everything new (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/NuHN3eWOkyU?si=34eTgOCmEGWBwJjl Apple Watch Ultra 3 Everything New (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/Suui3Dn6h2Y?si=0Bv7bN93gfgJ3iiA Apple Watch Series 11 Everything New (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/bgB55pLTd3E?si=mYZ5lgrP7fZj18ro // 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
	Summer Cycling Roundup! New Bike Computers, Groupsets, Wheels, Trainers, and More	29 juil. 2025	01:02:52
Ray and Des chat about hot new summer cycling tech with a new Garmin bike computer, smart wheels from Zipp, the new SRAM Force AXS and Rival groupsets, and even new indoor training tech. 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 In this episode and what's next? 2:34 Zipp 303 SW / 353 NSW 8:41 SRAM Force AXS and Rival AXS 16:36 Elite Rivo Smart Trainer 24:57 Garmin Tacx Zwift Virtual Shifting 28:53 Zwift x H2O Audio Headphones 32:39 Garmin Tacx Alpine 41:09 Garmin Edge MTB 1:00:58 What's in the next episode? Related Videos: Zipp 303 SW Review: https://youtu.be/0VKHzp1hjMo?si=3mzsaKA06GGtpB11 Sram Force AXS Review: https://youtu.be/6THzJcMfAkg?si=HvDFVpGaAehnFFmw Elite Rivo First Look (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/0VKHzp1hjMo?si=3mzsaKA06GGtpB11 Elite Rivo First Look (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/06/elite-rivo-499-smart-trainer-wifi-hands-on-details.html Garmin Tacx Zwift Virtual Shifting: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/06/garmin-zwift-announce-tacx-neo-2t-3m-virtual-shifting.html Garmin Tacx Alpine Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/ZYP0vPE99fw?si=NTL6Cf5TVZ-83yFO Garmin Tacx Alpine Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/aMV_7drm7Ag?si=B4Inepebbu6Y0PGd Garmin Tacx Alpine Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/06/garmin-tacx-alpine-gradient-simulator.html Garmin Edge MTB Review: https://youtu.be/hXqOHQOwOjs?si=ePbEejYvr30CHLPr
	Summer Smartwatch Roundup! New Watches from Garmin, Suunto, Polar, and More	08 juil. 2025	00:58:48
Ray 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/gXz8PktgLfs?si=M0fxWTqGq3Nsr8Wd Garmin Venu X1 (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/Q5bQl8umqr8?si=ke54uFZFSh8Tq2BO Garmin Venu X1 (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/zByRglpbNxw?si=mbwbnIiX0pqu9tTH Suunto Run Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/xyqRG_hD8po?si=4qyO2OKsVVdHLRux Suunto Run Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/FZW8RGb1ST0?si=l1dv_0QPxPtzsV1F Garmin Index Sleep Monitor Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/6tdoBivbIoU?si=gi_hDSJe2CvWM5NB Garmin Index Sleep Monitor Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/HwnTsp1C8Nw?si=6fkwGQCK-8eoj_jR Polar Grit X2 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/sA_GDpGGrEI?si=sND0yvFlzS63zRR1 Polar Grit X2 Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/06/polar-grit-x2-in-depth-review.html Polar Grit X2 (Des - YouTube): // 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
	Apple Watch Features Coming Soon! (WatchOS 26 & WWDC)	14 juin 2025	00:31:35
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 & 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
	Big Bike Tech Drops from Garmin and Wahoo!	01 juin 2025	00:54:05
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://youtu.be/dShvycinwL8?si=VQV-D0ZKpiwyovSc Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM 3, BOLT 3 (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/NykFilhFnQA?si=NOvind167pBVTjpS Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM 3, BOLT 3 (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/wahoo-bolt3-roam-3-hands-on-details-comparison-to-ace.html Wahoo TRACKR Radar (Ray - website): https://youtu.be/w_CO0uRyEsk?si=v00nvlyz-BSLQQ0Q Wahoo TRACKR Radar (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/wahoo-trackr-radar-cycling-details.html Chapters: 0:00 What's Coming Up 2:03 Garmin Varia Vue 24:18 Prices and Tariffs 30:14 Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM 3 and BOLT 3 42:15 Wahoo TRACKR Radar 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
	Whoop Did It Again (The Whoop 5.0 Backlash)	25 mai 2025	00:52:03
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
	The Spring Sports Tech Tsunami Begins! Part One	01 mai 2025	00:42:14
Another 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): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/garmin-connect-plus-fallout-dumpster-fire.html Zwift Adjustable Cranks/Spring Updates (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/lhqyuE6vDPs?si=pMWlrQrk30OUs4cI Zwift Adjustable Cranks/Spring Updates (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/kbADBs0Tt_w?si=JnSJPnq71IUHRQUN Zwift Adjustable Cranks/Spring Updates (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/04/zwift-outdoor-tracking-zwift-ride-adjustable-lengths.html // 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
	Garmin Connect+ FALLOUT // Did Garmin Get Cancelled?	02 avr. 2025	00:52:57
We chat the Komoot acquisition and what it's likely to mean, as well as of course, the beginnings of the Garmin Connect+ fallout. An iceberg we're likely only at the tip of. 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 Connect+ Overview (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/5M96t43sEvY?si=6Lm1yBadMp4fIoKc Garmin Connect+ Overview (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/6PEXU-TIKuo?si=4tzUaAEdctgUrYlV Garmin Connect+ Overview (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/03/garmin-connect-plus-subscription-walkthrough.html Komoot Acquisition (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/03/komoot-acquired-history-says-this-wont-end-well.html // Chapters // 0:00 What's New? 3:07 Komoot Acquisition 14:56 All things Garmin Connect+
	Watch Overload?! What We're Testing and What We're Wearing	22 mars 2025	01:03:56
What's on our wrists right now? Ray and Des chat about fresh new watches from Garmin, OnePlus, Amazfit...as well as the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 headphones with 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 // Related videos // Amazfit Active 2 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/erC7YyhVjog?si=0XY0I4ABNoeTE3Rj Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/FutFzd-8Kvw?si=tbilBhJMTeV0IUpO Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/K7Cjf5wIrQc?si=dlDUcPIPvNXSXEpu Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/02/apple-beats-powerbeats-2-pro-sports-fitness-heart-rate-in-depth-review.html Garmin Tactix 8 (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/zZA0BK_qsa0?si=ggikdnY1mWN9jlFn // Chapters // 0:00 What's New? 0:30 Amazfit Active 2 12:38 OnePlus Watch 3 19:08 Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 38:22 Garmin Instinct E 49:56 Garmin Tactix 8 54:18 Garmin Rucking Profile 59:43 Ray getting tossed out of a plane
	Zwift and TrainerRoad Hug It Out?!	25 févr. 2025	01:03:34
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 Van Rysel D100 Smart Trainer Review (DCRAINMAKER): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/02/decathlon-van-rysel-d100-smart-trainer-review.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6SRIrY4eGY Caveworks Rivet Hands-on (DESFIT): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMeMMXas3xs Rouvy Integration with Zwift Cog/Click/Ride (DCRAINMAKER): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/02/rouvy-adds-zwift-cog-click-ride-virtual-shifting-battle-royale-begins.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMUiBqROn4k TrainerRoad + Zwift Integration (DCRAINMAKER): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/02/trainerroad-zwift-integration-finally-arrives-full-details.html // Chapters // 0:00 The Game Plan & Catchup 3:07 Elite Avanti Smart Trainers12:25 Decathlon D100 Smart Trainer 29:19 Caveworks Rivet is Now Shipping 33:50 Elite Square Catchup 39:02 Tacx NEO Bike 2? 42:01 Rouvy gets Zwift Cog/Click/Ride Support 51:50 TrainerRoad x Zwift // For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com /// The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 Videos may contain affiliate links which can help support and grow this channel with no extra cost to you. Thanks for your continued support.
	Garmin Instinct 3…Let's Chat	12 janv. 2025	00:54:22
Ray 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/oEIpOOxupxg?si=vR4wgO_F3q_YpjdQ Garmin Instinct 3 Hands-On (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/G9hBxkzYdY8?si=McD_W6JGdLDN__yR Garmin Instinct 3 Hands-On (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/01/garmin-instinct-3-series-hands-on-everything-you-need-to-know.html Garmin HRM 200 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/RROxvYKlMAE?si=tstBOIdFprFyMA-0 Garmin HRM 200 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/JIZUUGQVfLY?si=UtuxiGGgBDFVBRra Garmin HRM 200 Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/01/garmin-hrm-depth-review.html Amazfit Active 2 Hands-On (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/01/amazfit-active-2-hands-on-99-sportswatch-with-mapping.html // Chapters // 0:00 Amazfit Active 2 13:55 Garmin HRM-200 20:02 Garmin Instinct E 27:20 Garmin Instinct 3 Solar 35:06 Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED // For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com /// The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 Videos may contain affiliate links which can help support and grow this channel with no extra cost to you. Thanks for your continued support.
	The Watch We Weren't "Allowed" To Review	22 déc. 2024	00:47:43
Ray 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 - YouTube): https://youtu.be/7FJ-QNcjjm4?si=-cstC67iW96rdQ3l Wahoo ELEMNT Ace Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/LPbvpFmFKu4?si=Wfu_hFmPTYRpeSXC Wahoo ELEMNT Ace Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/12/wahoo-elemnt-ace-in-depth-review-bike-computer.html 2024 Sportswatch Year In Review: https://youtu.be/r1OZXuX0ZQM?si=dqLVLBMRWmAqrsOz // For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com /// The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 Videos may contain affiliate links which can help support and grow this channel with no extra cost to you. Thanks for your continued support.
	A $3000 Garmin and a $350 COROS walk into a bar...	03 nov. 2024	01:13:16
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 Move 8:20 Insta 360 Ace Pro 2 and Sponsored Video Mess 28:00 Polar Vantage M3 33:55 COROS Pace Pro 47:18 Holiday Sales? 50:38 Garmin Marq Damascus Steel (Gen 2) 55:00 TrainingPeaks / IndieVelo Acquisition 1:11:29 What's Next? / Related Content // Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/_7Vt4XI6kwc Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/VnHxgPmewZk Polar Vantage M3 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/qUx8O_D34fw Polar Vantage M3 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/pfEK1M9xn-M Polar Vantage M3 Review (Ray - Website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/10/polar-vantage-m3-in-depth-review-everything-to-know.html COROS Pace Pro Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/6iUYgVxdFZk COROS Pace Pro Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/H972G3dvj4A COROS Pace Pro Review (Ray - Website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/10/coros-review-amoled.html TrainingPeaks/IndieVelo Acquisition (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/vxKFo0IvWCY TrainingPeaks/IndieVelo Acquisition (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/10/trainingpeaks-acquires-indievelo.html For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com /// The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 Videos may contain affiliate links which can help support and grow this channel with no extra cost to you. Thanks for your continued support.
	Strava...You OK?	16 oct. 2024	00:52:49
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 FatMap 25:14 Quick Edit and Home Page Ordering 33:36 Athlete Intelligence 38:10 Segment and Leaderboard Clean-Up 48:23 Ray's Flashback to 2015 For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com /// The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 Videos may contain affiliate links which can help support and grow this channel with no extra cost to you. Thanks for your continued support.
	Techtember Roundup! Apple Watch, Pixel Watch, GoPro, DJI, and More!	28 sept. 2024	01:09:01
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 - YouTube): https://youtu.be/LPk_9gPdUog?si=mjajLoJcaLVa7oGP GoPro Hero 13 Black Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/dYdssKfeRb8?si=Q8qnT-kiWT_BvA28 GoPro Hero 13 Black Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/gguQ8cFVKEo?si=_KSc5qg6kQe1ENO0 GoPro Hero 4K Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/OOrEYU1b6BM?si=si2ACAUxghaoGf2w DJI Neo (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/KiznlpE18OY?si=m-M4owOZgHzrlWT4 Pixel Watch 3 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/KuGgPv8SnqI?si=1i0OHpJW4aUI0Uav Pixel Watch 3 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/hRnHBcADgwU?si=G9Q_9dz2FpFqQ1RX Pixel Watch 3 Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/09/google-pixel-watch3-review-sports-fitness.html Apple Watch Series 10 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/VqQz8ZHCzlU?si=778n4DonGyrM9zTh Apple Watch Series 10 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/C2Iu2xY0hHo?si=kGiWYf3BjWrMoms2 Apple Watch Series 10 Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/09/apple-watch-series-10-in-depth-review.html Apple Watch Ultra 2 Black Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/NePwLq1HkOk?si=dK4vGAG8iTXOCqWY Apple Watch Ultra 2 Black - What's Actually Different? (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/ftgXazcuHek?si=odZg4oNJx4TwOFXN Apple Watch Series 10 / Ultra 2 Roundup (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/d3y6Frxoe1M?si=pr7FnaDZux8RgJ5I Apple Watch Series 10 / Ultra 2 Roundup (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/ejGzJtr7oZc?si=i3o_fGm_nIztPG9s For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com /// The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 Videos may contain affiliate links which can help support and grow this channel with no extra cost to you. Thanks for your continued support.
	Garmin Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 // Let's Chat...	02 sept. 2024	01:07:11
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): https://youtu.be/S36GETR3yE0?si=cZ0Gei8Fk4k_JAHu Garmin Enduro 3 Review (Ray - Website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/08/garmin-enduro-3-in-depth-review-vs-fenix8-solar.html Garmin Fenix 8 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/3aZ6h55LbPY?si=D6V1IFFsb4r7h_oP Garmin Fenix 8 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/M8kR2A_3n0A?si=_T_Nb8xysS1P89N1 Garmin Fenix 8 Review (Ray - Website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/08/garmin-fenix-8-in-depth-review.html Garmin Fenix 8 Tips & Tricks (Des): https://youtu.be/LIardj0QjmU?si=dSvZz0LJKxWGckhn Garmin Fenix 8 Tutorial (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/kY7_6Psbt_4?si=7QtWsWLLIcoG4ISc Garmin Fenix 8 Tutorial (Ray - Website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/08/garmin-fenix-8-complete-beginners-guide.html // Chapters // 0:00 Epic Testing in Spain 11:13 Garmin Fenix 8 42:33 Garmin Enduro 3 1:01:13 Garmin Fenix E 1:05:29 What's Coming Up? For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 Videos may contain affiliate links which can help support and grow this channel with no extra cost to you. Thanks for your continued support.
	Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra - Apple Watch Ultra Copycat?	28 juil. 2024	01:02:19
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 Watch Training Load 8:24 Apple Watch Vitals 12:46 Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 27:03 No external sensor support...still 32:22 What we really think about the looks 36:59 Samsung's Cycling FTP Test 42:07 Samsung Watch 7 44:22 Samsung Ring 49:04 OnePlus Watch 2R 52:31 Is this the year for WearOS? For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com /// The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 The FIT File Podcast on YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCvXI3za_nMKOHlmTgM7pOKQ More information and past episodes here: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/podcast
	Eurobike Sports Tech Roundup...and COROS Dura Delay	14 juil. 2024	00:58:18
Ray 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 Industry Standards 13:26 Elite Justo 2 & Avanti 22:45 Elite Square Smart Trainer Frame 25:25 Is the Elite Square Ugly Looking? 35:34 Are Smart Bike Frames Under or Overpriced? 39:35 GPLAMA Breaking Ray's KICKR Bike 45:46 The COROS Delay Mess For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com /// The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 The FIT File Podcast on YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCvXI3za_nMKOHlmTgM7pOKQ More information and past episodes here: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/podcast
	Zwift CEO Eric Min // Zwift Ride, Zwift Tron Bike, Price Increases, and the Future of Zwift	06 juil. 2024	00:48:29
Ray 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 8:51 Zwift App Evolution 10:14 Jon Mayfield's Role at Zwift 12:20 Zwift's Inflection Point 13:50 Future Plans 16:59 Working with smart trainer companies 18:22 Zwift Tron Bike 21:27 Tron Bike Ideas in the Zwift Ride 22:55 Zwift Ride Concept 28:25 Zwift's Target Audience 31:24 Thoughts on the Price Increase 34:46 Zwift Family Plan? 39:11 Future of Zwift Run 41:52 What Zwift Level is Eric? For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com /// The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 The FIT File Podcast on YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCvXI3za_nMKOHlmTgM7pOKQ More information and past episodes here: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/podcast
	Summer Sports Tech is Heating Up! Zwift Ride, Edge 1050, Suunto Race S, and More	30 juin 2024	01:09:12
Ray 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 Up! 2:48 Zwift Ride: Are Smart Bikes Dead? 15:07 YouTube Music App on Garmin 22:22 COROS Dura: Forever power? 32:48 Garmin Edge 1050: Brilliance or Battery? 47:58 Suunto Race S: Unreal pricing 56:22 Wahoo TRACKR: Finally usable? // Related Content // Zwift Ride Review (Des): https://youtu.be/WXjEzLkENCU?si=rD4n6aO2pWpOBF6j Zwift Ride Review (Des): https://youtu.be/CZ8_2QpNuzM?si=6JpYT56ma0Yk2_Uw Zwift Ride Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/06/zwift-ride-indoor-bike-review-future.html Garmin + YouTube Music (Des): https://youtu.be/_Z576iM6X7Y?si=m__WJUHnc19LbrrF Garmin + YouTube Music (Ray): https://youtu.be/umSKIcGOzc0?si=jl_Zqr9fUHee1A4O Garmin + YouTube Music (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/06/youtube-music-setup-garmin-watches.html Garmin Edge 1050 Review (Des): https://youtu.be/bPiLzeFi7x0?si=QX0X7FyHRWINseOK Garmin Edge 1050 Review (Ray): https://youtu.be/Nd11DIFGcZc?si=vVCnjMzEDlf2mM5X Garmin Edge 1050 Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/06/garmin-edge-1050-in-depth-review-brilliance-battery.html COROS Dura First Look (Des): https://youtu.be/JnPTWJGtnn8?si=7wQdD_sHstooHAgj COROS Dura First Look (Ray): https://youtu.be/yyM59ND0SsU?si=BSz4jffbV9kxtRBy COROS Dura First Look (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/06/coros-dura-cycling-gps-first-look-hands-thoughts.html Suunto Race S Review (Ray): https://youtu.be/ht0k5_4C3zY?si=SR5tOJv5PAZpPHHh Suunto Race S Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/06/suunto-race-s-in-depth-review-smaller-cheaper.html ///// For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 Videos may contain affiliate links which can help support and grow this channel with no extra cost to you. Thanks for your continued support.
	Apple WWDC WatchOS 11 New Features Deep Dive & Discussion	11 juin 2024	00:40:07
In this week's episode, Ray and Des talk about everything WWDC 2024 and specifically the new features related to Apple Watch, and the updated WatchOS11 features. This includes training load, vitals, new sport modes, 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 content: WWDC WatchOS 11 Overview (Des): https://youtu.be/MQ4HPpNoPLo?si=ANLsXTfMNuiwQ_R5 WWDC WatchOS 11 Overview (Ray): https://youtu.be/kUR7DV_Ek0o?si=xLVTYg7ic3O_g_Jp /// The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 The FIT File Podcast on YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCvXI3za_nMKOHlmTgM7pOKQ More information and past episodes here: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/podcast
	Polar's Whoop Competitor, Wahoo GoPro Integration, Apple WWDC Predictions and More!	09 juin 2024	00:59:25
In this week's episode, Ray and Des talk about Polar's Whoop-like band, Ray visiting Garmin, Fitbit Ace LTE tracker, Wahoo's GoPro integration, CaveWorks Rivet Indoor Bike Frame, and Apple WWDC Predictions. 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 Des & Ray Adventures 3:50 DC Rainmaker Open house! 7:30 Polar's Whoop-like Band 18:06 Garmin's Big Firmware Update 26:05 Fitbit Ace LTE Kids Smartwatch 34:20 Wahoo's GoPro Control 38:25 CaveWorks Rivet 45:57 Apple WWDC Thoughts & Predictions /// The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 The FIT File Podcast on YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCvXI3za_nMKOHlmTgM7pOKQ More information and past episodes here: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/podcast
	Zwift Price Hike, New Strava Features, and Des Goes to Band Camp	26 mai 2024	01:09:18
In this week's episode, Ray and Des talk about the Zwift price increase, the Saga HoloBike, SRAM's new RED AXS groupset, 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 Intro 1:28 Saga HoloBike 14:40 Strava Band Camp 19:17 New Strava Features 39:13 Hammerhead Karoo 3 52:20 New SRAM Red AXS Groupset 59:36 Zwift Price Increase /// The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 The FIT File Podcast on YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCvXI3za_nMKOHlmTgM7pOKQ More information and past episodes here: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/podcast
	Garmin Connect 5.0, Stages, and More: The Internet on Fire	04 mai 2024	01:00:19
DC 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 - YouTube): https://youtu.be/P9jQMoe4iFk?si=6kw-_HGgu-B-FzRh COROS Vertix 2S Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/nptxlIzqQqA?si=aGS2vTdzYaZQuNHp Stages Going Under: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/04/stages-cycling-messier.html Garmin Connect 5.0 Update: https://youtu.be/HJ6uf0Ep3x4?si=LKwYSp_alNrk6FBM For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 The FIT File Podcast on YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCvXI3za_nMKOHlmTgM7pOKQ More information and past episodes here: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/podcast
	Are Heart Rate Earbuds The Future?	22 avr. 2024	00:59:10
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 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: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 The FIT File Podcast on YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCvXI3za_nMKOHlmTgM7pOKQ More information and past episodes here: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/podcast
	The Real Life of a Sports Tech Reviewer	01 avr. 2024	01:27:20
In 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 products 10:10 How much money we make per video 16:16 Why we don't review certain products 19:30 Handling not-ready devices 22:30 Companies making house calls to fix issues 25:00 When we delay product launches 26:56 Giving up on a product review 30:31 Bad reviews can kill a company 32:36 The secret embargo shell game 39:40 Last minute announcements 42:30 The busiest times of the year 45:15 Accidentally killing unreleased products 49:00 How long to create a review? 53:23 Why is Ray always late? 55:40 Des's rule of YouTube production time 58:20 Getting blacklisted by companies 1:06:10 How many reviews never get finished? 1:14:00 Why we film each other 1:16:42 The infamous paper bag story 1:19:07 Product release trips 1:22:00 Aren't we competitors? 1:25:00 Do-over time For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 The FIT File Podcast on YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCvXI3za_nMKOHlmTgM7pOKQ More information and past episodes here: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/podcast
	Polar Grit X2 Pro: Lets talk	22 mars 2024	00:49:39
In 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 (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/ds2CnhXFKLI?si=p1Yw3DMwghQrihLU Polar Grit X2 Pro First Look (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/1BRE1QEbbJI?si=8D6AP34WlsF3x3Vp Polar Grit X2 Pro First Look (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/03/polar-grit-x2-pro-details-hands-everything.html Strava Routes on Polar Watches: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/03/stravas-expands-cycling.html //// For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 The FIT File Podcast on YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCvXI3za_nMKOHlmTgM7pOKQ More information and past episodes here: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/podcast
	Suunto + UTMB? Garmin vs Apple Ski Apps, Google Pixel Watch Updates, and More SPD Power Meters	10 mars 2024	01:04:13
In 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?si=Nwkzh8j99Zu2Mpjc Garmin Ski App Review (Des): https://youtu.be/HFyBB2TuH6c?si=aofq4esGmjTwMgI0 COROS Ski App Review (Des): https://youtu.be/99kucn_veek?si=NB8CCZd29OFINQ_B Supersapiens Closing Down: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/02/supersapiens-announces-its-shutting-down.html Look SPD/Keo Blade Power Meter Pedals (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/03/looks-blade-pedals-power-meter-pedal-hands-on.html Look SPD/Keo Blade Power Meter Pedal First Look (Ray - YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eyUYH-pkOIA For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 The FIT File Podcast on YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCvXI3za_nMKOHlmTgM7pOKQ More information and past episodes here: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/podcast
	The End of MIP Displays? Garmin Forerunner 165 and New Cycling Power Meters	28 févr. 2024	00:53:54
In 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 Forerunner 165 Review (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/Nd8uaIYQ7yU?si=kXuejW0m7Pdu8q7Q Garmin Forerunner 165 Review (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/lwea9LrmJWA?si=wJRewzty5bVz40qj Garmin Forerunner 165 Review (Ray - Website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/02/garmin-forerunner-165-in-depth-review.html Garmin Forerunner 165 vs 265 (Des - YouTube): https://youtu.be/pD77vx9x0Ig?si=-TZPFAzrsrH4lWo7 Garmin Forerunner 165 vs 265 (Ray - YouTube): https://youtu.be/rloSjkV0buQ?si=cVYAv7luRBCcsbFq Garmin Forerunner 165 vs 265 (Ray - Website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/02/forerunner-165-vs-forerunner-265-differences-comparison-review.html Favero Assioma Pro MX-2 Pedal Review (Ray - Website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/02/favero-assioma-pro-mx-mtb-spd-power-pedal-review.html 4iiii Precision 3+ Pro Review (Ray - website): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/02/4iiii-precision-3plus-pro-power-review.html For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out: https://www.DCRainmaker.com The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 The FIT File Podcast on YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCvXI3za_nMKOHlmTgM7pOKQ More information and past episodes here: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/podcast
	Apple Vision Pro, Zwift Layoffs, Wahoo KICKR CORE Zwift One, and Burritos	11 févr. 2024	01:06:15
In 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 accidentally buying) 53:33 Can YouTuber's make money via Apple Vision Pro? 55:55 Riding a bike with Vision Pro 58:57 Burritos, Strava, and Runners /// More Info: Wahoo KICKR CORE Zwift One Reviews: DesFit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xovqVyeGr0E DC Rainmaker: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/02/wahoo-kickr-core-zwift-one-review-cog-click.html Zwift Layoffs: DC Rainmaker: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/02/resigns-series-discontinued.html Strava/Chipotle Competition: DC Rainmaker: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/02/strava-chipotle-challenge-insanity.html /// For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 The FIT File Podcast on YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCvXI3za_nMKOHlmTgM7pOKQ More information and past episodes here: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/podcast
	Wahoo KICKR RUN, Peak Zwift Day, COROS Updates, WearOS in 2024, and Garmin takes a jab at Apple?	02 févr. 2024	00:59:12
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 Zwift Day: COROS New Features (DesFit): https://youtu.be/xEGytfBBq9Y?si=mfxOncZ9fvdgg13t COROS New Features (DC Rainmaker): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/01/peak-zwift-always-tuesday.htmlhttps://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/01/coros-running-form-wellness-metrics-update.html //// Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:37 Wahoo KICKR Run 21:40 Peak Zwift Day 30:30 COROS 2024 Feature Updates 40:58 Fossil Quits Smartwatches 44:05 Where is WearOS? 54:17 Garmin takes a jab at Apple? 57:26 We hit the Top 20 Tech Podcasts on Spotify! //// For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 The FIT File Podcast on YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCvXI3za_nMKOHlmTgM7pOKQ More information and past episodes here: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/podcast
	The FIT File is Back! Garmin Connect Updates, Apple Watch Banned Again?, Samsung Galaxy Ring, & More	24 janv. 2024	00:53:07
In 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=o4i7ug8-IYM Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Series 9 Blood Oxygen Drama: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/01/apple-to-sell-apple-watch-ultra-2-series-9-tomorrow-without-blood-oxygen-feature.html Samsung Galaxy Ring: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbIYWsIlHFo https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/01/samsung-announces-galaxy-ring-everything-you-need-to-know.html Ray's Running Track Rabbit Hole: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/01/running-track-measurements-a-brief-rabbit-hole.html For the most in-depth sports tech reviews: DC Rainmaker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dcrainmakerblog DesFit on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/desfit Also check out https://www.DCRainmaker.com The FIT File Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thefitfile The FIT File Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gQj25QAq3ouGhm2OWhjKg?si=4e36026faeb9468d The FIT File Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dc-rainmaker-podcast-sports/id988577732 The FIT File Podcast on Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cDovL2RjcmFpbm1ha2VyLmxpYnN5bi5jb20vcnNz More information and past episodes here: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/podcast
	FIT104 The Tiger King of Sports Tech	03 avr. 2020	00:49:55
Perhaps 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://www.dcrainmaker.com/deals --- 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 tip in the tip jar, unless it's a penny. In which case...not so much.
	FIT103 Zwift layoffs and yet somehow even more new Strava features	26 mars 2020	01:00:56
We'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 chit-chat Full list of deals: Http://www.dcrainmaker.com/deals --- 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 tip in the tip jar, unless it's a penny. In which case...not so much.
	FIT102 Pro cycling teams migrate indoors with cancellations, opportunity for TrainerRoad?	13 mars 2020	00:40:03
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 list of deals: Http://www.dcrainmaker.com/deals --- 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 tip in the tip jar, unless it's a penny. In which case...not so much.
	FIT101 The Slow Death Spiral of a Product Review	07 mars 2020	00:45:32
It'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 review! It's like giving us a tip in the tip jar, unless it's a penny. In which case...not so much.
	FIT100 The Impact of Coronavirus on Sports Tech	26 févr. 2020	00:51:52
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 (!?!) --- 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 tip in the tip jar, unless it's a penny. In which case...not so much.
	FIT99 Live Studio Audience Recording at the Tour Down Under - Ask Anything	07 févr. 2020	00:45:22
This 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 surprised us in the last 12 months in sports tech? 26:00 – Do pros and elite athletes use indoor training apps/devices the same way as consumers? 28:00 – Why can't we just plug our trainers into WiFi? 31:35 – To Wahoo: What's Wahoo's power meter plans for Speedplay (since acquisition)? 32:25 – To Neal: As an elite coach, what do his athletes screw up the most? 34:14 – What do we expect with Zwift's entrance into trainer hardware? 37:35 – Is reliance of tech taking away from riding a bike? 41:30 – To Neal: What does he see with mental health in the pro peloton/elite competitors, and coping with pressures? --- 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 tip in the tip jar, unless it's a penny. In which case...not so much.

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