The FIT File with DC Rainmaker and DesFit

DC Rainmaker & DesFit
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Jul 9, 2015 • 22min

DCR12 Stryde it out

Left only power meters, wearable tech clothing, Gordon Gecko phones, Stryde power meter, athlete tracking to stop drafting in triathlon and baby monitors. Power Meter Primer Subscribe to TRS Radio to hear more of Ben. This week an interview with Ironman World Champion, ITU World Champion and Ironman 70.3 World Champion, Leanda Cave. Rate the DC Rainmaker Podcast on iTunes and leave a review. Visit Ray's website for in-depth product reviews and much, much more.
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Jul 1, 2015 • 31min

DCR11 Garmin & Strava in Bed

A big show with lots to discuss. Kickr and Garmin with big product launches before the Tour De France gets started. In this episode we discussed: Garmin Varia bike radar and light Garmin and Strava Wahoo Kickr Snap Subscribe to TRS Radio to hear more of Ben, including the interview with Challenge CEO, Zibi Szlufcik. Rate the DC Rainmaker Podcast on iTunes and leave a review.
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Jun 26, 2015 • 32min

DCR10 Ray Holycross

In this episode Ray and Ben discuss the new Garmin Cycling Computer, Strava versus Training Peaks and whether or not Ray is a con artist. Links: Ray Holycross Power Meter Primer Subscribe to TRS Radio to hear more of Ben. Rate the DC Rainmaker Podcast on iTunes and leave a review. Visit Ray's website for in-depth product reviews and much, much more.
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Jun 18, 2015 • 29min

DCR9 Intel Buys Recon Jet

Ray and Ben discuss the sale of Recon Jet to Intel and whether or not Ray is an early or late adopter. Other topics include Periscope, the FitBit IPO, and power meters under $400. Links: Brain Training for Endurance Athletes Doping in Triathlon Subscribe to TRS Radio to hear more of Ben. Rate the DC Rainmaker Podcast on iTunes and leave a review. Visit Ray's website for in-depth product reviews and much, much more.
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Jun 12, 2015 • 32min

DCR8 Flash Mob

Ray joins us slightly hungover after attending a flash-mob style white party in Paris the night before. Nevertheless, he answered all of your questions with precision and grace. Links: Trainer apps. The app Ray was forgetting was RideWithGPS. Subscribe to TRS Radio to hear more of Ben. Rate the DC Rainmaker Podcast on iTunes and leave a review. Visit Ray's website for in-depth product reviews and much, much more.
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Jun 4, 2015 • 30min

DCR7 Stranger in the Alps

Ray joins us from high in the Alps at a Polar product launch for their new cycling computer that will compete with the Garmin Edge 500. We also discussed new GoPro products, SRAM wireless shifting, activity trackers and much more. Links: TRS Radio Handheld Gimbal for GoPro. Automatic Shifting system. Automatic lap for Garmin.
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May 28, 2015 • 33min

DCR6 Ben is an Idiot

Topics for this episode include Ben ruining the show, Android versus Garmin Connect IQ, rollers versus cycling trainers, pricing of power meters, and more. Plus, will Apple put Garmin out of the watch business? Links: Chris "Macca" McCormack on TRS Radio Dave Mirra on TRS Radio Dave Mirra Roller Video Omelet on Rollers Wahoo BlueSC V2 Drone Fireworks on Lake DCR Cave
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May 21, 2015 • 35min

DCR5 Apple Watch Meets H20

In this episode Ray breaks down the waterproofing of the Apple watch, Garmin and optical heartrate monitoring, and ANT+ versus Bluetooth smart. Then Ray and Ben share their opinion about getting started with running and triathlon for beginners. Ray also discusses how he likes living in Paris and if he’ll be there forever (his family in the US will definitely want to hear this answer). Check out the live coverage of Ironman Texas that Ray referenced. Subscribe to TRS Radio to hear more of Ben. Rate the DC Rainmaker Podcast on iTunes and leave a review. Visit Ray's website for in-depth product reviews and much, much more.
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May 14, 2015 • 32min

DCR4 Exploring Big Issues: Fire Ants & 5Q

Ray Maker analyzes and solves the 50 Women to Kona issue once and for all. Then, he does the same with the “smart hat”. What should an ultra-runner who runs for 30 hours + use for a watch? What are some inexpensive ways to retrofit a mountain bike with a power meter? Finally, Ray and Ben answer a pointed question about their sexual orientation. Visit TRSriathlon.com for all things triathlon and listen to the latest episode of TRS Radio featuring an interview with Gwen Jorgensen. Visit Ray's website for in-depth product reviews.
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May 7, 2015 • 33min

DCR3 Polar vs. Garmin

Does technology cause us to set false limits on ourselves? What is the future of live triathlon coverage? Ben and Ray discuss the differences between the Garmin 920XT and Polar V800 plus more thoughts on the Apple watch and cycling power meters. Visit TRSriathlon.com for all things triathlon and listen to the latest episode of TRS Radio featuring an interview with Gwen Jorgensen. Visit Ray's website for in-depth product reviews.

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