Comments on: Nike+iPod And Community: Two Views http://podophile.com/2007/01/24/nike-ipod-and-community-two-views/ If loving my iPod is wrong, I don't want to be right. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 18:00:42 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 hourly 1 By: Jimmedy http://podophile.com/2007/01/24/nike-ipod-and-community-two-views/comment-page-1/#comment-2441 Jimmedy Sun, 28 Jan 2007 22:23:47 +0000 http://podophile.com/2007/01/24/nike-ipod-and-community-two-views/#comment-2441 If you go over to http://www.nike.com/nikerunning then to training/training log you can track all your runs, distance, time, how you felt, what route you took, what shoes you wore... a whole lot of things, it syncs your runs from nike+ (you use the same login) which all comes up on a nice calendar thing. It also tracks any other exercise routines such as cycling, weights, etc. And it also generates a whole lot of meaningful graphs full of probably useful info. Basically all the stuff he was wanting except the sharing. If you go over to http://www.nike.com/nikerunning then to training/training log you can track all your runs, distance, time, how you felt, what route you took, what shoes you wore… a whole lot of things, it syncs your runs from nike+ (you use the same login) which all comes up on a nice calendar thing. It also tracks any other exercise routines such as cycling, weights, etc.
And it also generates a whole lot of meaningful graphs full of probably useful info.

Basically all the stuff he was wanting except the sharing.

]]> By: Amy http://podophile.com/2007/01/24/nike-ipod-and-community-two-views/comment-page-1/#comment-2428 Amy Sun, 28 Jan 2007 05:04:10 +0000 http://podophile.com/2007/01/24/nike-ipod-and-community-two-views/#comment-2428 Hi, I agree that the Nike+ website leaves a lot to be desired. There's not much in the way of tech support (yes, I know that comes from Apple), but it'd be good to at least have a link. I'm new to Nike+iPod but this is my 4th iPod & I'm an avid (ok, obsessed, some would say) runner. This site has been a HUGE help. For example, my Nike+iPod has been inaccurate lately and I had no idea it was because the sensor was bouncing around. Very helpful info -- will check back often! :) Thanks! Hi, I agree that the Nike+ website leaves a lot to be desired. There’s not much in the way of tech support (yes, I know that comes from Apple), but it’d be good to at least have a link.

I’m new to Nike+iPod but this is my 4th iPod & I’m an avid (ok, obsessed, some would say) runner. This site has been a HUGE help. For example, my Nike+iPod has been inaccurate lately and I had no idea it was because the sensor was bouncing around. Very helpful info — will check back often! :) Thanks!

]]> By: Mark http://podophile.com/2007/01/24/nike-ipod-and-community-two-views/comment-page-1/#comment-2371 Mark Thu, 25 Jan 2007 15:57:24 +0000 http://podophile.com/2007/01/24/nike-ipod-and-community-two-views/#comment-2371 The Nike+ site really is terrible in regards to the whole community aspect and challenges. It's like they just threw everyone into one room and told them to work it out. Side niche communities like the one we have just finished testing and have now launched are becoming the way to go. New challenges are created weekly with input from the community. Members just need to submit what challenges they would like to enter and wait for their invitations. You can also share your Nike+ stats in your signature at the forum easily. Anyone that likes the Nike+ challenges but is overwhelmed by their forums can check out our little community. <a href="http://iworkoutnow.com/2007/01/23/new-community-up-and-running/" rel="nofollow">Learn More Here</a> Keep Running! The Nike+ site really is terrible in regards to the whole community aspect and challenges. It’s like they just threw everyone into one room and told them to work it out.

Side niche communities like the one we have just finished testing and have now launched are becoming the way to go. New challenges are created weekly with input from the community. Members just need to submit what challenges they would like to enter and wait for their invitations. You can also share your Nike+ stats in your signature at the forum easily.

Anyone that likes the Nike+ challenges but is overwhelmed by their forums can check out our little community.

Learn More Here

Keep Running!

]]> By: RedSavina http://podophile.com/2007/01/24/nike-ipod-and-community-two-views/comment-page-1/#comment-2369 RedSavina Thu, 25 Jan 2007 13:54:57 +0000 http://podophile.com/2007/01/24/nike-ipod-and-community-two-views/#comment-2369 I'm new to this Nike+ stuff (bought one for my wife, and will get my own in a couple of weeks). Already I've been thinking about the opportunities to improve upon the current system. Given the popularity of the product, I would be surprised if Nike didn't pursue some of these possibilities: * Heart Rate Monitor * wheel sensor * altitude sensor * gps sensor The HRM is a frequently wished-for item. Some sort of wheel sensor would open the door for all types of cycling - especially with altitude/gps capability. Think Lance Armstrong. Anyone who is a cycling fan would probably enjoy being able to track their rides with the kind of data we are used to seeing during the broadcasts of the Tour de France. While the wheel sensor would probably be limited to cycling enthusiasts, an altitude sensor would likely be useful for other sports (climbing, hiking, etc). Assuming that the altitude would be obtained via gps data, then paddle sports and many others could benefit (with some waterproofing!). I've done some backpacking and would enjoy being able to track my hikes - day or otherwise - and generate a plot in my topo software. We could go on and on with ideas that would open up other sports to the novelty AND utility of capturing data from our athletic activities. The question is, will Nike? Cheers, Red I’m new to this Nike+ stuff (bought one for my wife, and will get my own in a couple of weeks).

Already I’ve been thinking about the opportunities to improve upon the current system. Given the popularity of the product, I would be surprised if Nike didn’t pursue some of these possibilities:

* Heart Rate Monitor
* wheel sensor
* altitude sensor
* gps sensor

The HRM is a frequently wished-for item. Some sort of wheel sensor would open the door for all types of cycling – especially with altitude/gps capability. Think Lance Armstrong. Anyone who is a cycling fan would probably enjoy being able to track their rides with the kind of data we are used to seeing during the broadcasts of the Tour de France.

While the wheel sensor would probably be limited to cycling enthusiasts, an altitude sensor would likely be useful for other sports (climbing, hiking, etc). Assuming that the altitude would be obtained via gps data, then paddle sports and many others could benefit (with some waterproofing!).

I’ve done some backpacking and would enjoy being able to track my hikes – day or otherwise – and generate a plot in my topo software.

We could go on and on with ideas that would open up other sports to the novelty AND utility of capturing data from our athletic activities. The question is, will Nike?

Cheers,
Red

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