The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFit
Watch Overload?! What We’re Testing and What We’re Wearing
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
22 Mar 2025 - 01 h 03 min 55 s
Zwift and TrainerRoad Hug It Out?!
Ray and Des chat about all things indoor training 2025, from a pile of new trainers and smart bike frames, to both approved and unapproved integrations between Zwift, TrainerRoad, Rouvy, and more. Plus, the future of smart bikes. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Related videos // Elite Avanti Review (DCRAINMAKER): https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2025/02/elite-avanti-smart-trainer-review.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYfMz-EDQPI Decathlon 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.
25 Feb 2025 - 01 h 03 min 33 s
Garmin Instinct 3…Let’s Chat
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.
12 Jan 2025 - 54 min 21 s
The Watch We Weren't "Allowed" To Review
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.
22 Dec 2024 - 47 min 42 s
A $3000 Garmin and a $350 COROS walk into a bar...
Ray and Des chat about the new COROS Pace Pro, Polar Vantage M3, Insta360 Ace Pro 2 action camera, weird sponsorships, and much more. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Chapters // 0:00 Ray’s Big 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.
3 Nov 2024 - 01 h 13 min 15 s
Strava...You OK?
Ray and Des chat about all things Strava from recent "quirks" on the platform as well as all the new features launched this year. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Chapters // 0:00 Strava's Strong Start to 2024 1:54 Routing Issues 11:54 Read-Only Forums 15:50 Removing Links 22:21 Killing 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.
16 Oct 2024 - 52 min 48 s
Techtember Roundup! Apple Watch, Pixel Watch, GoPro, DJI, and More!
Ray and Des chat about all the new Techtember goodies including Apple Watches, Pixel watches, GoPros, new drones, and more!. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan // Chapters // 0:00 Where have we been? 1:10 Apple AirPods 4 3:55 Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 5:15 GoPro Hero 13 Black 13:59 GoPro Hero “4K” 24:58 DJI Neo Drone 32:21 Google Pixel Watch 3 46:29 Apple Watch Ultra 2 Black 53:11 Apple Watch Series 10 1:00:29 Apple Watch Sleep Apnea // Related Content // Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Review (Des - 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.
28 Sep 2024 - 01 h 09 min
Garmin Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 // Let's Chat...
Ray and Des have even more thoughts about Garmin's latest flagship Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 sportswatches. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: https://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan Thanks to The Pros Closet (TPC), where you can get $40 off an order of $200 or more: 2024FITFILE40: http://www.tpc.bike/thefitfile Related videos: Garmin Enduro 3 Review (Des): https://youtu.be/qlMepLH6EgU?si=yj2uepVEa9LphHNQ Garmin Enduro 3 Review (Ray - YouTube): 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.
2 Sep 2024 - 01 h 07 min 10 s
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra - Apple Watch Ultra Copycat?
Ray and Des chat about the new Galaxy Watch Ultra, Apple's Training Load and Vitals features, and the new OnePlus Watch 2R. Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, where you can get 15% off your first order: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile Additionally, check out their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: http://visit.pfandh.com/fitfile-plan Thanks to The Pros Closet (TPC), where you can get $40 off an order of $200 or more with code 2024FITFILE40 http://www.tpc.bike/thefitfile // Chapters & Timestamps // 0:00 Where in the world is Ray? 1:11 Apple 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
28 Jul 2024 - 01 h 02 min 18 s
Eurobike Sports Tech Roundup...and COROS Dura Delay
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
14 Jul 2024 - 58 min 17 s