Indy Runners : Forum

Just wondered if anyone else is using the Nike + system.

My wife gave me one for Chrismas and it has seriously re-energized my running.  In case you're not familiar with it, it tracks your mileage and time with a sensor mounted on or in your shoe that communicates with your Ipod.  It seems to be about 95% accurate on distance for me.

The coolest part is the web page.  Your mileage is automatically uploaded each time you connect your Ipod through Itunes and you can track your distance and speed against other runners from all over the world.  Competing in online challenges with other runners has really motivated me to increase my running mileage.

I'm interested to hear from anyone else who may be using Nike +.  Let me know what you think.

 

sounds cool if you can fit it into your budget. 

The i-nike is only $30.  You do not have to purchase the nike shoes to use the sensor.  A pouch is available that threads onto your shoelaces.

  I have been using the system since December and it has changed my running for the better.  I recently had a problem with the calibration being off.  I am trying to fix the issue, but if I can't I will just spend another 30 bucks!  It's well worth it!

 

Just picked up my second Nike+ after I lost my first one last year.   They have added a lot to the online tracking since the last time I used it!    The challenges, as you say, are very motivating!  

We should create some Indianapolis area challenges...you know Indy vs Fishers vs Carmel, etc. 

That would be cool.  I don't know how much participation you would get though.  I am in a challenge right now called Indy Runners, just for Indianapolis people, and there are only 6 runners participating.

We need to get the word out on Nike Plus.

FatRunner:

That would be cool.  I don't know how much participation you would get though.  I am in a challenge right now called Indy Runners, just for Indianapolis people, and there are only 6 runners participating.

We need to get the word out on Nike Plus.

I'll have to search for that on NikePlus.com.    You are correct through, there is not a lot of participation.   But if you look at the maps that you can draw online, people have created quite a few.

I use the NIKE+ for almost a year now and I LOVE IT!!

It is so much better than recording the miles in a log book.  Joining the challenges are a good way to stay motivated for sure!  We definately need to get word out!

I LOVE my Nike+!!

I am pretty new to Indy and run alone, and it has really pushed me to see those miles adding up on my page. I sewed the sensor into my shoe and I have been able to fine-tune it to be very near accurate.

I am extremely interested in joining in an Indy challenge!!