Don’t Have a Nike+ Sneaker, But Need a Pouch?
June 22, 2009
Check this out. I just for the new iPhone with the Nike+ technology built in. But I don’t have a Nike+ sneaker and after getting the new phone, I’m not going out to buy a new sneaker. So I searched for ingenious way to attache the sensor to my sneaker. Search no more, check out the Shoe Pouch. It’s $6 and it looks pretty secure, so hopefully this will solve your problem. By the way, they would replace your pouch for FREE. Here is some info from the site. Shoe Pouch Website
The Shoe Pouch™ was designed by Grantwood Technology, LLC to allow runners and walkers to use +iPod Sport Kit® or Nike+ SportBand®, (NOTE: the Nike+iPod Sport Kit® and Nike+ SportBand® are each sold separately). Included with this Sport Kit is a sensor that fits inside specially designed Nike® shoes (called Nike+®), which cost around $100 USD. But what about people who currently wear other brands of athletic shoes, including Asics®, New Balance®, Reebok®, Saucony®, or even other Nike® brands? Should they be required to spend another $100 just to have the privilege of using this Sport Kit?
In a word…NO.
When designing the Shoe Pouch™, our primary goal was to ensure a very snug fit. Not only does this minimize the risk of the sensor falling out while exercising, it also allows the sensor to transmit accurate data. Competing products use Velcro® to secure themselves, but a sensor enclosed in such products will tend to bounce up and down when your shoe strikes the ground, and this is what produces inaccurate data.
We took a different approach to securing the Shoe Pouch™ to the outside of your shoe:
- You attach it through your shoelaces, not over and under them. We upgraded the loop design to be super strong nylon for extra durability
- We use a stretchable fabric (neoprene) with a slit barely wide enough to enclose the sensor. You will definitely feel some resistance when inserting the sensor. For extra security we added some Velcro® to cover the slit.
If for any reason you are not 100% satisfied, we can either send a replacement pouch or refund your money. We stand by our products and look forward to you becoming another happy customer. For US customers, we now offer expedited shipping via USPS Priority Mail (2-3 days after shipping), or you can choose standard shipping via USPS First Class mail.
