Marware Sportsuit Sensor Case for Nike + iPod Sport Kit for iPod nano 3G (Black)
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Customer Review: iPod Nano Calibration Required
Summary: 5 Stars
My guess is that an accelerometer will measure more distance if it is placed under your foot, when compared to the top of your foot.
When I calibrated my sensor on a treadmill, I ran three miles and the sensor thought it was 2.7 miles. So, either the treadmill was off or the sensor was off. Regardless, I set the calibration in my nano so that it was 3.0 miles and now regardless of the treadmill I use (including other brands), the nano and the treadmills are always within .05 miles of each other.
The Marware Sportsuit, is very easy to put on and take off. I like this because I don't use the battery while walking or biking in the same shoes.
I also gave up on the armands and now I use a teeny weeny fanny pack: Nathan Gel Waist Pack. The Pack as an "External, mesh Trash Pocket" that holds my ipod nano upside down (with the receiver pointing up, so that when I look down, I can see the ipod screen right side up.
The Nike Amp+ iPod Nano Remote Watch should allow you to leave your ipod anywhere you want on your body. That watch in theory will allow you to start/stop/pause/get powersong/activate voice feedback.
The Marware Sportsuit performs as expected, with calibration.
BTW, you do need to insert the foot pod face down so that it is face up when you flip it around.
Customer Review: Highest Quality Sensor Case (especially for non-lace-up shoes)
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this product to hold my Nike+ shoe sensor while running in my Vibram FiveFinger shoes. After looking at other similar products (and even checking out a few my friends have and love) I am VERY HAPPY I went with this product. I have even gotten a second one for my husband!
For people not familair with Vibram FiveFinger shoes, they are a type of shoe designed for 'barefoot running' (something like fancy aqua-socks). These shoes do no have laces; just a single velcro strap on the bridge of the foot. Every other sensor case I looked at had holes for laces to go through, which just doesn't work with non-lace shoes. This case is PERFECT, as the velcro closure on the case easily wraps around the velcro closure on the shoe, but is thin enough to go unnoticed. I think it would be great on lace shoes too, as it is easy to attach and remove (without requiring you to un-lace/re-lace your shoes).
The case itself is very small and lightweight. The material is a thick, substantial and almost feels like neoprene... waterproof and durable. It doesn't bounce on top of my foot, and the velcro and stitching are high quality. I can't imagine I will have any issues with this case, and the added convenience of easy attachment/removal is what sets it apart from the other sensor cases for me.
My only suggestion? More colors! Otherwise this is the highest quality sensor case I have seen.
Customer Review: Best sensor pouch I've used, and I used many...
Summary: 5 Stars
I've run with the Marware Sportsuit Sensor Case for several months during my marathon training, and it is absolutely the best sensor pouch I have ever used. I've run with five different pouches, one of which I made. With some pouches, you are required to lace the pouch direct on to your shoes. This type of system absolutely secures your sensor, but if you are using a single sensor with multiple pairs of shoes, this it is not a practical approach. I've used other pouches that were clip-on or use similar Velcro strapping systems, but the clip-on I used wore my laces out prematurely, and the other Velcro systems did not hold well. My other observation of other pouches were that they were oversized. I bought pouches that claim to be Nike+ sensor adaptor pouches, but they looked more like a key pouch.
The Marware Sportsuit Sensor Case is a snug fit with the Nike+ sensor. The Velcro surface area is more than adequate to secure the pouch. The method of folding the sensor pouch back over itself helps keep the pouch where you install it, and works with the Velcro, not against it. Installing and uninstalling the pouch takes seconds. Without recalibrating the sensor, I get the exact same results with this pouch as receive when I run with a Nike+ shoe.
I've since given away or thrown out all of my other sensor pouches. This one is a keeper.
Customer Review: If you are not a fan of Nike sneakers or you're low on cash, don't give up yet!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have only good things to say about this product. I was hooked on the idea of getting the Nike+ running system from the moment I first saw a commercial for it. I'll willingly admit it, I can be lazy - so the thought of some extra motivation to get out and run worked for me. I got the Nano, got the Nike+ armband, but the problem was that I'm not a big fan of Nike sneakers. They just don't fit me right. I currently have New Balance 992'2. I spent a lot of time reading reviews to see if I would have to get the Nike sneakers to house the sensor. If I did, I wasn't going to bother. Some replacement products seemed to be inconsistent because the sensor moved or flopped about while running. This item was cheap, and the premise of it seemed logical so I gave it a try. It has been spot on for me. I measured the distance around my development with both my car and bike's odometers. Accurate readings and it stays put. It is a snug fit in the pocket and the velcro holds it on the laces tightly. No movement at all. It seems durable, though I have only had it for a relatively short period of time. If you have a pair of shoes solely for running, you can even just leave it on there.Customer Review: If you want to try Nike+ but don't want to buy new shoes, buy this
Summary: 5 Stars
If you've already got a pair of shoes that you really like, or don't have the money to spring for a new pair of Nike+'s, this is really the best way to go.
Right now I'm using this with my Nike+ Sport Band and I couldn't be happier. I have noticed that a few people complained about accuracy, but I haven't had these problems. Sometimes I will notice I will be short or up .01 of a mile, but I'm not a professional runner and errors that small do not affect me. I'm more concerned about using this product to motivate myself to run.
The build quality is excellent, and stands up to all the strain I put on it. (I tend to hike rougher trails every now and then, and the dirt has no impact on the sensor) It fits very snugly in your shoe, and I guess my only qualm is that it's a pain to take off and put back on, although that never really comes up considering I have a dedicated pair of shoes for running.
Bottom line: if you want to start Nike+ and don't have an iPhone or iPod, get yourself the Sport Band and this little case and you've got yourself a new hobby.