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bYuPride · 04-17-2007, 05:06 PM

Damn you Sizzle for getting me interested in running... I've heard it's not absolutely necessary to get a Nike + shoe to use the pedometer.. is that true? I'm thinking of getting the Nike + shoe anyway, but was just wondering. Also have any of you found the Nike + shoe to be comfortable or should I be looking at a different running shoe? Do I get the pedometer when I buy the shoe at the store or do I need to go to an apple store? Thanks!

UteStar · 04-17-2007, 05:29 PM

I don't use the nike+ system and I have heard real good things about it.

I am using the Garmin 205 (http://www.amazon.com/o/ASIN/B000CSQ...MF054KAGKS28R2) You can track your distance, calories, elevation, pace, grade %, etc...I have really enjoyed using it. Good luck with your running.

Archaea · 04-17-2007, 05:48 PM

I use the Garmin 305.

SteelBlue · 04-17-2007, 07:06 PM

You don't have to wear a Nike+ shoe, but if you don't you need to buy a little pouch that will hold the transmitter to your laces. They are cheap and there are many different ones available.

You buy the Nike+ running kit at any shoe store. It is completely separate from the shoes. Runs $30. You'll need an armband as well. I recommend not buying the Nike armband (the one I bought) you can't see the ipod when it's in there and it's difficult to adjust volume etc.. once it's on.

bYuPride · 04-17-2007, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by SteelBlue

You don't have to wear a Nike+ shoe, but if you don't you need to buy a little pouch that will hold the transmitter to your laces. They are cheap and there are many different ones available.

You buy the Nike+ running kit at any shoe store. It is completely separate from the shoes. Runs $30. You'll need an armband as well. I recommend not buying the Nike armband (the one I bought) you can't see the ipod when it's in there and it's difficult to adjust volume etc.. once it's on.

awesome thanks! I actually just bought one of the nike + shoes... seems pretty comfortable.. I went to a bunch of different places (sports authority, famous footwear and some other one) to get the kit, but nobody has it... i'll have to try a foot locker on the way home from work.

TheSizzle36 · 04-18-2007, 05:00 AM

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Originally Posted by bYuPride

Damn you Sizzle for getting me interested in running... I've heard it's not absolutely necessary to get a Nike + shoe to use the pedometer.. is that true? I'm thinking of getting the Nike + shoe anyway, but was just wondering. Also have any of you found the Nike + shoe to be comfortable or should I be looking at a different running shoe? Do I get the pedometer when I buy the shoe at the store or do I need to go to an apple store? Thanks!

Sorry I didn't see this earlier. I actually just use a regular pair of Nike shoes and slide the sensor under the laces and synch them up. It works great for me, although I'm considering getting Nike + shoes. I also bought my system at Target, so if you can't find it at any of those places, check out Target. They had quite a few. And I love the arm band I bought for mine. Fits perfectly.

Anyways, best of luck as you get started.

bYuPride · 04-18-2007, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by TheSizzle36

Sorry I didn't see this earlier. I actually just use a regular pair of Nike shoes and slide the sensor under the laces and synch them up. It works great for me, although I'm considering getting Nike + shoes. I also bought my system at Target, so if you can't find it at any of those places, check out Target. They had quite a few. And I love the arm band I bought for mine. Fits perfectly.

Anyways, best of luck as you get started.

I bought the Nike + Air Moto IV shoe... it's Cougar Blue, Silver and White.. I was actually going get some Nike + shocks, but the main color was red.. I couldn't have that! I bought the kit at Target as directed and the arm band from Wasatch Runner.. I was excited to go run this evening until I looked out my office window and saw blizzard like conditions! Oh well...

For someone who doesn't run much at all... What kind of advice would any of you give to me? I'm 5' 10" and 187 lbs now... I've dropped a few since riding my back over the last couple weeks and I've noticed my calves have been getting bigger! woo woo! I've heard people say definitely stretch before you run, but other than that? I know it's just running, but I don't want to hurt myself and go into depression because I can't ride or run...

Archaea · 04-18-2007, 07:27 PM

Let me know how you enjoy the Nike running shoes. Typically, most runners do not like NIkes but perhaps they will fit you.

bluegoose · 04-18-2007, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by bYuPride

I bought the Nike + Air Moto IV shoe... it's Cougar Blue, Silver and White.. I was actually going get some Nike + shocks, but the main color was red.. I couldn't have that! I bought the kit at Target as directed and the arm band from Wasatch Runner.. I was excited to go run this evening until I looked out my office window and saw blizzard like conditions! Oh well...

For someone who doesn't run much at all... What kind of advice would any of you give to me? I'm 5' 10" and 187 lbs now... I've dropped a few since riding my back over the last couple weeks and I've noticed my calves have been getting bigger! woo woo! I've heard people say definitely stretch before you run, but other than that? I know it's just running, but I don't want to hurt myself and go into depression because I can't ride or run...

Did someone get a bigger than expected tax return this year? Dude, you have dropped some serious cash into exercise gear the last couple of months. i'm very jealous.

I'm also curious to hear how you like the Nike + shoes.

Do you like the band that you got? My wife got one online somewhere that she likes much better than the one nike was selling, mainly due to the visibility of the display.

bYuPride · 04-18-2007, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Archaea

Let me know how you enjoy the Nike running shoes. Typically, most runners do not like NIkes but perhaps they will fit you.

Yeah, I have read that Nike seems to be more concerned with the look of the shoe rather than the long term comfort so we'll see...

04-17-2007, 05:06 PM	#1
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04-17-2007, 05:48 PM	#3
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04-18-2007, 07:27 PM	#8
Archaea Assistant to the Regional Manager Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: The Orgasmatron Posts: 24,338	Let me know how you enjoy the Nike running shoes. Typically, most runners do not like NIkes but perhaps they will fit you. __________________ Ἓν οἶδα ὅτι οὐδὲν οἶδα

04-17-2007, 05:29 PM	#2
UteStar Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 1,817	I don't use the nike+ system and I have heard real good things about it. I am using the Garmin 205 (http://www.amazon.com/o/ASIN/B000CSQ...MF054KAGKS28R2) You can track your distance, calories, elevation, pace, grade %, etc...I have really enjoyed using it. Good luck with your running.

04-17-2007, 07:06 PM	#4
SteelBlue Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Norcal Posts: 5,821	You don't have to wear a Nike+ shoe, but if you don't you need to buy a little pouch that will hold the transmitter to your laces. They are cheap and there are many different ones available. You buy the Nike+ running kit at any shoe store. It is completely separate from the shoes. Runs $30. You'll need an armband as well. I recommend not buying the Nike armband (the one I bought) you can't see the ipod when it's in there and it's difficult to adjust volume etc.. once it's on.