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I’m DC RAINMAKER…

I swim, bike and run. Then, I come here and write about my adventures. It’s as simple as that. Most of the time. If you’re new around these parts, here’s the long version of my story.
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The DC RAINMAKER PODCAST
Did you know I also have a podcast?
Check out my weekly podcast - with TRS Triathlon, which is packed with both gadget and non-gadget goodness!
FAQ’s
I have built an extensive list of my most frequently asked questions. Below are the most popular.
- Why haven’t you yet released a review for XYZ product you mentioned months ago?
- Will you test our product before release?
- Are you willing to review or test beta products?
- Which trainer should I buy?
- Which GPS watch should I buy?
- I’m headed to Paris – what do you recommend for training or sightseeing?
- I’m headed to Washington DC – what do you recommend for training?
- I’m from out of the country and will be visiting the US, what’s the best triathlon shop in city XYZ?
- What kind of camera do you use?
- What are your least favorite countries/places?
Follow me on Twitter
16 hours ago@N_Squillari Nope, not at all. Kinetic is as locked down as it gets there unfortunately.21 hours ago@Anton_spb77 @johnnyboy4711 Yeah, honestly, that data looks horrible. Way under-estimating power, and doing so somewhat inconsistently.1 day ago@BigBlokeOnABike Yeah, that's the tricky part. Might be best to turn off for a bit here and there.1 day ago@Lynn_912591216 I tend to only review lights that offer some sort of connectivity (to phone/device/etc...). I don't see a link to yours?1 day ago@MazeikaR The RD pod doesn't give pace (just cadence), so I'd focus on footpod if you find running pace (and thus distance), isn't accurate.1 day ago@DirtyOldSneaker It's a sticky GoPro/VIRB mount. I was trying out the VIRB360 up there first. It's more stable, but… https://t.co/hZCd0igtkB
Drones
Hands-on: Staaker Action Sports Drone
While at ISPO a few days ago, I got the chance to take out the new Staaker drone for a spin. This drone is much like AirDog that I’ve reviewed previously, in that it focuses exclusively on sports action filming. … Read More Here
DJI Mavic Pro In-Depth Review
While the widely held assumption this year was that the GoPro Karma drone would be the hottest drone to get one's hands on, it’s quickly become clear over the last 75 days that wouldn’t quite pan out. A mere 7 … Read More Here
GoPro Karma In-Depth Review
(Update: Feb 1st, 2017: GoPro has resumed shipping of the Karma drone following it's earlier recall. There is no difference between the pre and post-recall drones from a hardware or software features standpoint, except changes to the battery clip to … Read More Here
Everything you need to know: GoPro’s New Hero5 Cameras & Karma Drone
Update: Go see my full GoPro Hero5 Black In-Depth Review here! Today GoPro announced three new action cameras, a drone, and a rather interesting flotilla of accessories. These include a handheld gimbal, external microphone/remote combos, and even a nifty $19 … Read More Here
AirDog Action Sports Drone In-Depth Review
Like most Kickstarter projects, it’s been a much longer road than anticipated to get their product off the ground. But unlike most Kickstarter projects, AirDog literally needed to get off the ground and into the air to be successful. It … Read More Here
Sports, Drones, and Follow-Me Aerial Action Imagery: A State of the Industry
There’s been a ton of interest as of late in using drones within sports. This interest comes from many different angles. First is the more traditional approach of simply using the unmanned aerial vehicle as a platform for videography and … Read More Here
















