My perfect running partner (Read 1059 times)

Is some sort of device that does all of the following. My wish for a running partner device. 1.) Has GPS that I can upload onto the computer. 2.) Gives Verbal updates. 3.) Takes Verbal commands instead of pushing a button. (ex Give Pace) 4.) Wireless head set. I am soooo sick of wires. 5.) Is customizable so that I can get the updates I want, when I want them. 6.) Gives me Heart Rate, Elevation and temperature during run. 7.) Quick start up time. 8.) Would be nice if it is a phone so if you get hurt you could call someone. 9.) Would like to get service without having to be with a certain company. 10.) Play music and get FM radio. 11.) I would also like to be able to use it indoors but with it being GPS that might be too much to ask. I run on an indoor track during the winter or really hot days. 12.) Ability to service battery. 13.) And of course I would like it to be small and have itunes .

Ahh yes the iPhone. Problem is that I don't think I will get item number 12 on my list if Apple makes it I do love my Nano though.

Not to get too schmoopy here, but my ideal running partner was my high school buddy, Jim. We ran track and x-country together, and trained together during the high school and college summers back in Michigan. We more or less had the same PR's and pushed each other very hard. I have him to thank for my 1-mile PR -- he ran laps 2 and 3 with me as a "rabbit", since it was an otherwise solo effort. We shared very similar views about running such as: ►Racing: "Destroy them and everything they believe in" ►Speedwork: "If you're not dry-heaving, you're not running fast enough" ►Easy Days: "Ok, if we have to run slow, we're gonna run long." ►Rest Days: "Why would I not run?" ►Cross Training: "Dude, I have yet to see barbells at a road race." ►Anger management: Like me, he took it out on his Timex Of course among the things I miss most about running with Jim (since we no longer live near each other) are the conversations (which predictably centered around running, women, and beer). Can't get that from a Garmin or iPod (but I'm sure they're working on it).

Of course among the things I miss most about running with Jim (since we no longer live near each other) are the conversations (which predictably centered around running, women, and beer).

Like a live version of the 2000 mile club.....

Non-thread: Nice one! (need a hug?) Sorry. Hugs work wonders for my 3yo who needs daily help with her schmoopy. Sounds like you and Jim fed each other some inspiration. That's cool. I like the dry-heave part. Thread: 14. Weather forecast?

Not to get too schmoopy here, but my ideal running partner was my high school buddy, Jim. We ran track and x-country together, and trained together during the high school and college summers back in Michigan. We more or less had the same PR's and pushed each other very hard. I have him to thank for my 1-mile PR -- he ran laps 2 and 3 with me as a "rabbit", since it was an otherwise solo effort. We shared very similar views about running such as: ►Racing: "Destroy them and everything they believe in" ►Speedwork: "If you're not dry-heaving, you're not running fast enough" ►Easy Days: "Ok, if we have to run slow, we're gonna run long." ►Rest Days: "Why would I not run?" ►Cross Training: "Dude, I have yet to see barbells at a road race." ►Anger management: Like me, he took it out on his Timex Of course among the things I miss most about running with Jim (since we no longer live near each other) are the conversations (which predictably centered around running, women, and beer). Can't get that from a Garmin or iPod (but I'm sure they're working on it).

Ahh yes the iPhone. Problem is that I don't think I will get item number 12 on my list if Apple makes it I do love my Nano though.

Actually I've seen some rumors that you will be able to change the battery on the iPhone. And since it's on the internet it's gotta be true.