Nike + iPod Sport Kit
Transform your iPod nano, iPod touch (2nd generation), or iPhone 3GS into a personal workout coach with the Nike + iPod Sport Kit. This wireless sensor and receiver combination works exclusively with your Nike+ shoes and iPod nano, iPod touch, or iPhone 3GS to give you real-time feedback during workouts and let you track your performance on your Mac or PC.
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Overview
Thanks to a unique partnership between Nike and Apple, your iPod nano, iPod touch (2nd generation), or iPhone 3GS becomes your coach. Your personal trainer. Your favourite workout companion.
Tune
Insert the wireless sensor inside the custom, built-in pocket beneath the insole of your Nike+ shoe, then plug the receiver into the Dock connector on your iPod nano. The iPod touch (2nd generation) and iPhone 3GS includes built-in support for the system — no receiver necessary.
Run
Now start your workout. As your run or walk, the sensor sends information to your device, tracking your time, distance, pace, and calories burned. If you choose, real-time, spoken feedback can even alert you to milestones throughout your workout.
Sync
Back at your computer, sync your iPod or iPhone 3GS to transfer your workout data to iTunes and nikeplus.com. There, you can evaluate your performance history, set goals, and even challenge other runners to a virtual race.
This accessory is compatible with the following:
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iPhone 3GS
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iPod touch
2nd generation -
iPod nano
5th generation (video camera) -
iPod nano
4th generation (video) -
iPod nano
3rd generation (video) -
iPod nano
2nd generation (aluminum) -
iPod nano
1st generation
Most Useful Reviews
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Nike + iPod Sport Kit
Nike+ iPod Sport Kit
Written by AD from Wivenhoe
23-Aug-2006
Great stuff. Works like a dream in action. If you already have a Nano and Nike trainers, then £19 is all it will cost you. For that you get a really integrated system that works seamlessly with the iPod. The real surprises come when you synchronise with iTunes after your first workouts ('walk-outs' in my case). All very impressive (but you do need to calibrate it for your pace, unless you don't mind it telling you that you've run a mile when you haven't).
Of course, if you need to buy the trainers (as I did) and the Nano (as I did) and the Nike armband for the Nano (remember whatever you use has to fit around the little receiver attachment as well) it's going to set you back somewhere between £200-300.
But here's a secret - you don't need to buy the special Nike running shoes designed for it. Undoubtedly neater and more elegant if you do, but if you already have trainers that you like, a little bit of work with a craft knife will fit the little transmitter under the insole, out of sight (just as it does on the Nike shoes).
Enjoy. …More918 of 1263 people found this useful
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Nike + iPod Sport Kit
Not bad, but could be better.
Written by DF from LONDON
23-Feb-2007
I really want to like this product, and mostly I do. However, it lets itself down in several areas.
1. Accuracy. Surprisingly accurate, BUT only in certain circumstances. On my 5km and 10km road circuit, it's brilliant. Consistently only 40-50 metres out on both. I did an 11.2 mile run the other day, and it was about 600 metres over, which is pretty acceptable, that discrepancy could be accounted for by a long steep hill of about that distance (more steps to cover less ground fools it into thinking you've gone farther).
Unfortunately, it's nearly always and consistently WRONG for my 4.75 mile run (and only that run, which suggests it's not broken). Generally telling me that I've done nearly 6 miles at a cracking pace. If only. My theory is that this is because this particular run is mainly on riverside track, which is often muddy and soft going with lots of puddles. Because of this I'm constantly varying pace and stride length to jump puddles etc. When the route is dry the sensor reports the correct distance.
So, generally pretty accurate, but struggles with fartlek style runs and boggy terrain. If you upload the innaccurate runs, then you end up skewing your whole running history, if not then you've missed some of that history. A feature to manually alter the results would be useful, but this would allow people to cheat on the online "challenges", presumably that's why they left it off.
2. Being restricted to the Nike Plus website to store and view your data. The website works well enough, but it's pretty basic, there could be FAR more graphing/comparison features to view and compare your runs in different ways. Also what happens if Nike pull the plug? Unlikely, but you never know, what happens to my running history then? I'd like a way to download all my data to my Mac as well as the website.
So, all in all, a nifty little gadget, especially for the price (if you've got a nano already) but doesn't quite cut it as a tool for the serious runner, it's more of a cool toy. …More901 of 1284 people found this useful
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Nike + iPod Sport Kit
Worth buying a Nano for!
Written by AF from Bromley
18-Sep-2006
I've owned a 60gb iPod since they were released and I was disappointed when I found out the Nike+ system is only compatible with a Nano. I looked into it and the explanation is because a Nano has Flash memory rather than the hard disc, making it a lot more suitable for running etc. because of the jerky movement.
So, I bought a Nano and the Nike+ sport kit and it works a treat. I'd recommend that you calibrate it before use (calibration takes 5mins and is very straightforward to do) because it initially gave some very dodgy readings. But, once calibrated, this works great and is a snip at £19. Even if you have to buy a Nano (as I did), it's worth every penny. It has made me want to go out running more than ever before! …More688 of 1034 people found this useful
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Most Recent Reviews
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Nike + iPod Sport Kit
NO NEED TO BUY FOR iPHONE 3Gs !!!
Written by GB from Paignton
09-Dec-2009
You do not need to buy this version of the Nike+ Sport Kit if you own a iPhone 3Gs. You can buy the one for £12 for the sensor only as the iphone has a built in receiver so the one in the packaging is not needed !
If you have an iPod Nano you will need to buy this version (with the receiver).
I LOVE THIS PRODUCT; EXCELLENT GIFT IF YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO LIKES TO RUN ! …More9 of 9 people found this useful
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Nike + iPod Sport Kit
The Best!
Written by JG from LONDON
01-Dec-2009
I recently started using the Nike+iPod kit and it has helped me to track my running. Also after you have setup an account on nikerunning.com website you can take part in global challenges from other users, you can set goals and targets, add new friends. These tools have helped me to be consistent and motivated. …More
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Nike + iPod Sport Kit
wonderful motivational tool
Written by KB from Bingley
19-Sep-2009
This device is a superb, motivational way to get into & continue running. I would recommend it to anyone who may have an interest in or a desire to run, but sometimes find it difficult to get yourself out there doing it! It really has worked for me. I'm watching what I eat/drink more and am loving seeing the results. Have been using mine regularly since 11th August (apart from 1 week off) and can now fit into clothes that I haven't been able to fit into for some time!
I find that I can't wait to plug it into the Mac, so my graphs and stats can be updated. I have set mine up to automatically update my Facebook profile which is an extra motivating factor.....i.e. got to improve on my last run of all my mates are gonna see it!
I don't know how accurate the readings are that I get, I have calibrated mine and it's telling me that i'm running 5k every second day now & am increasing bit by bit every run.
The Nike+ compatible trainers were £70 but I had these bought as a present, which helped. These trainers didn't agree with me to start off with, so I temporarily switched back to my old ones, putting the sensor down the inside of the laces. I saw little difference with my readings, but was more conscious of losing the sensor and being concerned things just weren't 'right'. Now i'm back using my Nikes & happy.
What can I say other than.............superb …More25 of 28 people found this useful
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Questions & Answers
Most Interesting
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I dont like Nike shoes...is there a third party option (shoe) which I can use for the Nike sensor?
- Asked by TB from NEW LENOX
- 30-Sep-2009
Best Answer
I'm not sure if there are other shoes that support the sensor but Nike sells a pouch which ties into the shoe laces of any shoe. The cost is around $10 and it is serves the same purpose as any Nike + shoes. …More
- Answered by MA from Brownsville
- 17-Oct-2009
- 34 of 38 people found this useful
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Is there a battery? How long does it last? Is it chargeable/replaceable?
- Asked by DM from Weston
- 07-Oct-2009
Best Answer
The Sports kit comes with the sensor that goes into your shoe, and the reciever that goes into your ipod.
The sensor is what contains the battery - unfortunately the battery cannot be replaced. Good news is - I got a good 5-6 months out of my sensor before replacing it; and you can buy the sensors individually (without the receiver) for around 19.99 I believe? :) …More- Answered by AD from Fort McMurray
- 07-Oct-2009
- 27 of 29 people found this useful
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Is this of any use to non-runners?
- Asked by MK from University Heights
- 08-Oct-2009
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Yeah, I use mine all the time and I don't run. I walk, it still works the same though!
- Answered by SG from Dumas
- 09-Oct-2009
- 24 of 25 people found this useful
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Most Recent
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Can two people use two different sensors at the same time with only one iPod and one sport kit?
- Asked by VL from Tualatin
- 16-Dec-2009
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Is the Nike+iPod kit dedicated to one iPod; we've several Shuffles (of all generations), couple Classics and one 2nd generation Nano?
- Asked by RL from Livermore
- 09-Dec-2009
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Will this only work on itouch 2nd generation and above? Is there a sport kit for 1st generation?
- Asked by VE from Perry Hall
- 09-Dec-2009
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How do i tell the battery is flat on the Nike ipod sensor?
- Asked by AP from Auckland
- 04-Dec-2009
