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 + iPod 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 the tunes that get you pumped instantly. It's everything you need to manage your workout AND enjoy it more.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
Exellent device:
I picked this unit up for less than advertised on amazon.com a few hours ago. Like some reviews stated, one doesn't necessarily need the Nike+ shoes, but considering I need a new pair of running shoes, I might as well grab a pair from my local Nike store. The unit works well with iPod Nano and iPod touch. I thought at first that it wasn't compatible with touch, but not only does it work with my touch(32GbSecGen), it doesn't need the receiver. I tucked the sensor into the laces of my shoe and walked around... more info
If you are a visual person you need this!:
I am a very visual person and can't wait to log onto the computer to see my progress. I really enjoy the community challenges. It is an extra boost to compete against others. If you want something that will get you excited about walking or running I recommend this!
Just Doesn't Do It:
I think it really, really sucks. It doesn't calibrate properly, as calibration makes it even more inaccurate. Requires you go through menus to stop calibration(hard to do while crossing the finish line). Sometimes drops your workouts from the history. Never displays my best times for various lengths other than 5k and 1 mile; Never awards my trophies; shows I'm running much slower than I am, shows I walk much faster than I am; and the worst of all is the graphs at the nikeplus website have NOTHING to do with... more info
Another Great Apple Product:
Very nice, works well. You can buy things to make it work with non- Nike+ shoes.
Just doesn't go very well with airport security. Take it out or be prepared to explain what it is. No big deal.
