You don't just take iPod nano on your run. You let it take you. Music is your motivation. But what if you want to go further? Thanks to a unique partnership between Nike and Apple, your iPod nano becomes your favorite workout companion and coach. A complete workout companion. See it in detail. Place the sensor in your Nike+ shoe, plug in the receiver, and you're ready. Learn more. The Nike Sport Music section of the iTunes Music Store features Nike-created content that will keep you moving. Run to your favorite music, while getting valuable workout information. Consisting 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.
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The Nike+iPod Sport Kit lets you tailor your running experience for the ultimate workout. Just put the sensor into a special pocket in the Nike+ midsole, then plug a receiver into the Dock connector on your iPod Nano. The sensor & receiver give you instant feedback on your performance, through the iPod and its screen.
You'll be able to track distance, time, pace and calories burned. You can also set up PowerSongs -- access teh tunes that get you pumped instantly. It's everything you need to manage your workout AND enjoy it more..
Type: Sports Kit
Brand: Apple
MPN: MA365LLB
UPC: 885909141791
Product ID: 37431079
Great product
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It is really easy to use and fits the need of every runner who owns an ipod. Easy to use UI makes it plug and play.
I bought a small pouch and attached it to a regular shoe.
I wish they made a battery pack.
I bought this piece to see how it works and now that I have seen it, I dont think I will buy it again once the battery dies.
Sep 03, 2008
Only Very Very Old Nano
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I have 1st and 2second generation nano. The sport kit will not work with either. went to apple store and was told it will not work with any nano but the aluminum back nano, which cannot be bought any more.
Don't waste your money. The other reviews are just electronic store review salesmen.
Go to an apple store and ask the question. What apple product currently sold will the sport kit be compatible?
Answer!
None!
Jul 11, 2008
Very cool!
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Okay, this is the most fun I've had with my nano, as well as the most motivating gadget I've bought for running. It's not expensive and yet really makes it fun for us running geeks who like gadgets or just like to keep good records of our walks or runs.
When you sync your iPod, your data goes to a Nike website that you can log into and create your own account. From there, it automatically uses your uploaded data to create a running (or walking) record. It's like a running log, only better. You have instant graphs of your totals (time and distance, daily-weekly-monthly, etc.), you can even set goals and earn virtual medals or trophies when you reach them, and you can invite friends and strangers to challenges, both individual and team. I've participated in several challenges and it's really neat to see others from all of the world get involved. It's a real running community.
But, best of all, even if you aren't interested in anything like that - if you don't want to track your mileage online - the sensor system motivates you. When I have a personal best for the mile, I might hear Lance Armstrong's voice congratulating me, or another famous athlete like Paula Radcliffe. Also, you can press the center button on your iPod at any time and get your current "stats" such as pace, time, distance, etc. It'll also count down or up your mileage as you run, letting you know that you only have a half mile to go, for instance.
Feeling tired and unmotivated? You can also select a Power Song - which you can hear at any time by with the press of a button. Very helpful for that last "push" at the end of a workout.
A great product. I love mine. Thanks Nike!
Mar 02, 2008
Very cool!
Author's Rating:
Okay, this is the most fun I've had with my nano, as well as the most motivating gadget I've bought for running. It's not expensive and yet really makes it fun for us running geeks who like gadgets or just like to keep good records of our walks or runs.
When you sync your iPod, your data goes to a Nike website that you can log into and create your own account. From there, it automatically uses your uploaded data to create a running (or walking) record. It's like a running log, only better. You have instant graphs of your totals (time and distance, daily-weekly-monthly, etc.), you can even set goals and earn virtual medals or trophies when you reach them, and you can invite friends and strangers to challenges, both individual and team. I've participated in several challenges and it's really neat to see others from all of the world get involved. It's a real running community.
But, best of all, even if you aren't interested in anything like that - if you don't want to track your mileage online - the sensor system motivates you. When I have a personal best for the mile, I might hear Lance Armstrong's voice congratulating me, or another famous athlete like Paula Radcliffe. Also, you can press the center button on your iPod at any time and get your current "stats" such as pace, time, distance, etc. It'll also count down or up your mileage as you run, letting you know that you only have a half mile to go, for instance.
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Great and VERY accurate
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I have used the Sport Kit for over a year now. It's incredible. The instant feedback available about your running speed, distance, and time is great. After I calibrated it, which was very simple, I ran a 10 mile event. In the end, my iPod said I had ran 9.97 miles. So it's not perfect, but for the price you can't beat that.
The web site is great as well. My best friend lives over 1,000 miles away, but we can challenge each other to running contests (distance, pace, etc) and monitor it on-line. Great motivator to keep running.
The only downside, and it's not even enough for me to drop from a 5 star rating, is that the battery in the shoe sensor cannot be replaced, so you have to replace the whole thing. Mine lasted about 7 months.
Feb 22, 2008
Won't calibrate my run
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I wear this on a pouch in my non-Nike shoe. I didn't need to calibrate it for my warm up walk and it measured distance/pace fine. However, after repeated attempts outside and on a treadmill it won't recognize my run mileage. I've tried to calibrate this thing at least 5 times and it stays at 0.0 for running. VERY FRUSTRATING!! However it still recognizes my walk rate. I don't understand what the problem and fix could be. If it would recognize my run distance/pace then this device would be great.
Feb 15, 2008
short battery life
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I really liked this product. But I am also very disappointed by the sensor. I own two of this product. The first one worked excellent for 3 months then the sensor's battery run out. So I bought the second one. To save battery this time I turn the sensor off when the first time I am not using it, then it can't be turn on anymore.
I only use it for 1 hour per day. When not running, I am not wearing it at all. The sensor suppose to last for 1000 hours, but 1 hour per day for 3 month (about 100 day)-is only about 100 running hours then the battery died.
The second one shows me the poor quality of switch on the sensor.
Feb 01, 2008
Wonderful tool
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I have zero problems with this device. It's accurate, cheap, and informational. You don't have to purchase Nike+ gear or shoes to use this device. Aftermarket holders and arm bands are cheap and effective.
Dec 13, 2007
nike + ipod
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was disappointed that i didn't have a pouch or whatever you need to old the sensor in. i guess that was extra. they should tell you that if you don't have the nike adpated ipod shoe, you will have this sensor to deal with.
i do enjoy the feedback that i get when i press the ipod. though, sometimes when i would press the middle button to get feedback, the bottom menu button presses and this pauses workout. it gets irritating.
Aug 23, 2007
Outstanding!
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You will love this toy! And yes, that is what it is! It is an electronic gadget that helps you stay on track and stay focused on your walking/running routine. I have been orking out at the gym for about 2 years now. I go almost every day. I enjoy it. Really...I do!
But getting on a treadmill and walking/running was not my thing. It seemed...well...boring.
So my wife gets me this. I hook it up (very easy) drop the sensor into the little pouch (sorry Nike but I don't do well in your shoes) and away I go.
Now...I run on my own! Every day! I run before work in the morning and go to the gym in the evenings with the wife. It motivates you to do a little more just because you can track your runs so much better than trying to do it on your own. It is easy to use, easy tp install, and somehow...takes a guy that never has had much interest in running and makes him want to go do a daily run, just so I can look at it on the computer and see if I was better than yesterday! Silly...but it is a fantastic motivational tool that works!
Buy one if you are thinking about your own health and fitness and you will watch your progress every day! It's a good thing to get addicted to!
Aug 06, 2007
Outstanding!
Author's Rating:
You will love this toy! And yes, that is what it is! It is an electronic gadget that helps you stay on track and stay focused on your walking/running routine. I have been orking out at the gym for about 2 years now. I go almost every day. I enjoy it. Really...I do!
But getting on a treadmill and walking/running was not my thing. It seemed...well...boring.
So my wife gets me this. I hook it up (very easy) drop the sensor into the little pouch (sorry Nike but I don't do well in your shoes) and away I go.
Now...I run on my own! Every day! I run before work in the morning and go to the gym in the evenings with the wife. It motivates you to do a little more just because you can track your runs so much better than trying to do it on your own. It is easy to use, easy tp install, and somehow...takes a guy that never has had much interest in running and makes him want to go do a daily run, just so I can look at it on the computer and see if I was better than yesterday! Silly...but it is a fantastic motivational tool that works!
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Something you may not like about this product
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This product is generally well designed but one thing that prevents me from enjoying it is when I plug it in, the ipod become too long to hold in hand. The original ipod nano has just the right length to hold comfortably between my thumb and little finger. By holding ipod this way you worry less about it slip through your hand. However, when the NIKE+IPOD receiver is attached, it can no longer be held in this way, and you will need to buy an arm band etc.
Another thing I don't like about this product is the NIKE+ website. It could have been so much more fun if they put functionality before how cool it looks. The website is entirely in flash, and it takes 100% CPU when you use it. A lot of time you won't be able to do what you want, for example look at other people's run profile (speed vs. time)
Mar 29, 2007
