Apple Nike + iPod Sport Kit for iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G
by Apple Computer
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Manufacturer: Apple ComputerBrand: Apple
Edition: Electronics
Model: MA365LL/B
Publisher: Apple Computer
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Product features:
- Compatibility: iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G
- Transforms your iPod nano into a personal workout coach--nano can provide real-time, spoken feedback that alerts you to workout milestones
- Lets your iPod nano track your running time, distance, pace, and calories burned
- Sync your iPod nano to transfer your workout data to iTunes and nikeplus.com for your performance history and more
- Kit includes wireless sensor for Nike+ shoes and wireless receiver for iPod nano
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Apple Nike + iPod Sport Kit for iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G
Customer Review: God's gift to runners...and non-runners
Summary: 5 Stars
What do you get when the two biggest names in technology and sports come together? Pure genius!
I first read about the Nike+ iPod sport kit a while back and was very skeptical about its accuracy. How could there be a device that can track, accurately, the distance I run/walk...and only for 29.99?! I am here to tell you that should that be your greatest deterrent from purchasing the Nike+ system, allow me to lay those fears to rest...permanently.
Cons:
Don't worry, I always like to start off with the bad news first. And its only one thing: you need Nike+ shoes/shoes that are compatible with this kit. As you have gathered, from the pictures, the kit comes with a sensor for the shoe and a receiver that fits into the iPod Nano. However, the shoes typically run between 90-150 dollars...and there is no guarantee that you will like the shoes.
In my research, I read of quite a few folks who found the Nike+ shoes to severely lack in comfort compared to their present running shoes. Now, let not your heart be troubled. I myself do not use Nike+ compatible shoes. Instead, I purchased the Shoe Pouch (also found on Amazon...very easily, I might add) and well, it works just fine! The accuracy is unaffected (I will provide more details later) and most importantly of all, my feet are content!
...now onto the pros...
PROS:
-The Nike+ system accurately measures your runs/walks. How do I know? I tested it a few ways:
1. Treadmill...yup, the artificial answer to running during winter. As I ran on the treadmill, I watched the distance logged by the treadmill itself and by Nike+. I was amazed, SHOCKED, and JUBILANT to find that there was close to no disparity between the two. True example, the treadmill would log 0.42 miles. I would press the center button on the iPod to hear the stats of my run and it would tell me "zero point four three" (0.43) miles. I later realized after my run that the 0.01 difference was the result of a few seconds delay between my starting the run on the treadmill and pressing the center button on my iPod to start the run. So yes, this is VERY accurate. My using the shoe-pouch had no effect whatsoever!
2. WHAT A MOTIVATOR! Before I got Nike+ I started running again to get in shape and to get fit. However, the physical act of changing into running gear already began to fatigue me...who wants to go run and sweat and pant and...well, be exhausted? Who in their right mind? Well, these days, all I want to do is hit the pavement with my favorite playlist.
Being able to know:
-How long you've been running
-How far you've been running
-How fast you are running
...well, it makes you feel so high-tech and cool that man, that 4th mile is nothing! And believe me, I was not the biggest fan of running...heck, it was a battle to get myself started, let alone run for 42 minutes.
3. CHALLENGES...rock. Once you purchase Nike+, you are welcome to join the online community of Nike+. Here you can interact with other run-junkies like yourself. I mentioned challenges...well, they certainly keep you accountable to your running. It is basically a virtual race. A typical challenge is titled: First to log the most miles in the month of July. You might be at home somewhere in Virginia or Texas and be running against someone in New York or England.
All I can say is, spend the money. Instead of buying that DVD that you'll only watch once, or that video game, spend your money on something that will very much pay back dividends.
If you have a Nano already, you only need the kit, armband, and depending on if you don't want the Nike+ shoes, a shoe pouch or lacelid (google it).
FYI, I use the old Nike+ armband...the one that doesn't have a window. Its not a problem to me. If you press the middle button, it tells you everything that the window will show you...and its only 9 dollars on Amazon. I found one for my dad at TJ Maxx for 14.99...not a bad price. The one on Amazon will have, I imagine, a 5-6 dollar shipping charge additional so if you live near a TJ Maxx, swing by and look for it.
All in all, I cannot wholly relate to you how excited and thrilled I am about owning this incredible piece of technology. I only hope that you too will join the ever-growing community of Nike+ runners!
...so, hit the pavement with some funky tunes, and rock on!
Below are the links to the shoe-pouch sold here on Amazon by Grantwood Technologies and Lacelid:
Shoe Pouch for Nike+iPod
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Good running!
Description of Apple Nike + iPod Sport Kit for iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G
Nike + iPod Sport Kit consists of a wireless sensor and receiver, the the Nike + iPod Sport Kit works exclusively with your Nike+ shoes and iPod nano to give you real-time feedback during workouts. It also lets you track your performance on your Mac or PC.Digital Cameras and Photo Categories
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