Sport Gear

Last updated: February 17, 2025

Those who know we well, know that I do not practice impulse buying. I sit on it. I sleep on it. I research it. And sometimes I have to earn it in sweat and tears.

My trusted sources for expert advice are OutdoorGearLab, WireCutter, DC rainmaker, Reddit, a few cycling Facebook groups, and the recommendations by my fellow cycling team mates.

By writing this list, I hope to pay it forward. Ask me about the rationale and alternatives.

Swimming

• The Magic 5 custom swim goggles: expensive, yet they perform as advertised. The box and additional nose bridges are a plus.
• Kayenne Adult Swim Goggles: affordable, comfortable on longer swims.
• Onvous Swim Jammers: no frills, inexpensive.

Cycling

• Trek Domane SL7 road bike
• Trek Checkpoint SL5 gravel bike
• Garmin 840 cycling computer: I waited for a long time until the x40 series came out. For an in-depth review, check the DC Rainmaker review.
• Garmin RTL515 radar and tail light: safety first. The mounting bracket to work with my saddlebag was hard to find. I also use a CAT Eye - AMPP500 Rechargeable Bike Headlight
• Garmin Rally XC100 single sensing power meter - I bought them for my gravel bike, as my road bike already has a power meter in the crank.
• Wahoo TICKR Heart Rate Monitor
• Bontrager WaveCel helmet: It is ok, but not spectacular.
• Lizard Skins Cycling Bar Tape: great for gravel rides. I also bought Enve Handlebar tape for my next retaking.
• Pirelli Cinturato Gravel H Tubeless 700x35: amazing tire. Almost no punctures. I use it together with Orange Seal sealant.
• Galibier Tourmalet rain jacket: This brand out of Northern Ireland is amazing. I also bought their Arctic rain Overshoe.
• Chamois Butt’r

Running

• Brooks Glycerin GTS 21: after running in Brooks Ghost running shoes, I first switched to Hoka Arahi for more support. I am now back to Brooks with this lofty stability shoe.

General

• Garmin Fenix 8 47mm AMOLED replaced by Apple Watch 4. It is an amazing piece of technology. I am very happy I switched over to the Garmin ecosystem. It is a world of difference for those who are focussed on fitness. (Initial impressions)
• Beats Fit Pro earbuds
• Shokz bone conduction headphones - I used them while running or cycling
• Fitbit Area smart scale
• ASICS Men’s 5IN PR Lyte Short 2.0 Apparel
• New Balance Running tights
• Under Armour Mens Armour Heatgear 3/4 Leggings
• Sun Bum Signature SPF 30 Sunscreen Lotion - compact