The Real Life of a Sports Tech Reviewer

The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFit

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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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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.

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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 products49:00 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

127 episodios

The Real Life of a Sports Tech Reviewer

The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFit

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published hace un año

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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

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

127 episodios

#Sports #Tech #Cycling #Dcrainmaker #Ironman #Running #Sportstech #Swimming #Triathlete #Triathlon #Wearablesportstech #Wearabletech #Ray Maker #DC Rainmaker #DesFit

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1
Zwift and TrainerRoad Hug It Out?! 1:03:34

hace 14 días1:03:34

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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.…

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Garmin Instinct 3…Let’s Chat 54:22

hace 8 weeks54:22

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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.…

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The Watch We Weren't "Allowed" To Review 47:43

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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.…

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A $3000 Garmin and a $350 COROS walk into a bar... 1:13:16

hace 18 weeks1:13:16

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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.…

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Strava...You OK? 52:49

hace 21 weeks52:49

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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.…

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Techtember Roundup! Apple Watch, Pixel Watch, GoPro, DJI, and More! 1:09:01

hace 23 weeks1:09:01

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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.…

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Garmin Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 // Let's Chat... 1:07:11

hace 27 weeks1:07:11

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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.…

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra - Apple Watch Ultra Copycat? 1:02:19

hace 32 weeks1:02:19

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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…

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Eurobike Sports Tech Roundup...and COROS Dura Delay 58:18

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Zwift CEO Eric Min // Zwift Ride, Zwift Tron Bike, Price Increases, and the Future of Zwift 48:29

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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…

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Summer Sports Tech is Heating Up! Zwift Ride, Edge 1050, Suunto Race S, and More 1:09:12

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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.…

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Apple WWDC WatchOS 11 New Features Deep Dive & Discussion 40:07

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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…

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Polar's Whoop Competitor, Wahoo GoPro Integration, Apple WWDC Predictions and More! 59:25

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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…

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Zwift Price Hike, New Strava Features, and Des Goes to Band Camp 1:09:18

hace 41 weeks1:09:18

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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…

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Garmin Connect 5.0, Stages, and More: The Internet on Fire 1:00:19

hace 44 weeks1:00:19