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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.

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    // 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

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    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

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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.

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    // 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

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    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

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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

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    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

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  • Ray and Des have even more thoughts about Garmin's latest flagship Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 sportswatches.

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    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.

  • Ray and Des chat about the new Galaxy Watch Ultra, Apple's Training Load and Vitals features, and the new OnePlus Watch 2R.

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    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

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    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

  • 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.

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    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

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    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

  • 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.

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    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

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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!

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    ///

    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

  • 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.

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    // 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

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    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

  • 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.

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    // 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

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    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

  • 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?

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    // 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

  • 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

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    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

  • 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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    //// 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

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