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By: Jeremy

Jeremy — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 16:35:31 +0000

As of this week, I used to run with my Garmin 305 but have now been trying the Nike+ with my iTouch and I have to say, I am really impressed. The way it integrates with my music and podcasts is brilliant. The Nike+ site is also pretty good. This is my first time to your blog and have been going through it - very motivating! Jeremy .-= Jeremy´s last blog ..My 5 Favorite iTouch (iPhone) Fitness and Weight Loss Apps =-.

By: Bruce

Bruce — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 10:07:58 +0000

Nice answers. Hope you're not tempted to whip the Visa out as you run past one of the malls on your long run tomorrow. .-= Bruce´s last blog ..2009 Training log =-.

By: Diane Fit to the Finish

Diane Fit to the Finish — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:59:56 +0000

Thanks for sharing this. I'm mainly a walker, but I always like to hear what other people take along. I like to use my mp3 for radio and podcasts! .-= Diane Fit to the Finish´s last blog ..But I Love To Bake. . . =-.

By: MizFit

MizFit — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:35:18 +0000

as a newish runner loved this info and q&a. any chance for a weekly ASK ANDREW post? .-= MizFit´s last blog ..Viewer mail: Spotting 101 & Losing the Guilt. =-.

By: Andrew

Andrew — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 09:50:20 +0000

Pocket or Camelbak. It’s pretty small.

By: Andrew(AJH)

Andrew(AJH) — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:59:23 +0000

I love my Garmin too! I don't normally carry my phone. How do you carry it while running? .-= Andrew(AJH)´s last blog ..More cortisone and dry needling … =-.

By: Kate

Kate — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:01:58 +0000

Andrew- I think you should tell Visa that. Maybe a new advertising strategy

By: Andrew

Andrew — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 23:27:23 +0000

I never leave home without my VISA card. Should have mentioned that.

By: Chris

Chris — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 23:02:17 +0000

I could have wrote that post – honestly, the only difference being that I usually don’t listen to music \ podcasts (and I’ve a different set of Sennheiser earphones!

I actually feel quite uncomfortable leaving the house for a (longer) run without my RoadID – as it is, I generally don’t tell people where I’m running or when I should be back (live in a shared house). For the shorter runs, I generally don’t carry my phone either, so at least with the RoadID, I’ve got the numbers handy if needs be.

The other thing I’d recommend for longer runs is some cash (or a debit \ credit card) – never know if you’ll need a taxi home, or some to get something in a shop (water \ sweets if you’ve bonked), etc. Obviously avoidable if you plan ahead properly, but you never know.
.-= Chris´s last blog ..W11KW#1 – Intervals =-.

By: Andrew

Andrew — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 22:01:08 +0000

I have to agree with Aaron. Knowing where the bathrooms are is crucial!

Running along Tamaki Drive is pretty good as there are heaps of water fountains.

By: Aaron

Aaron — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 21:51:38 +0000

If you live near parks there are often water fountains around. I find mapping long routes which go past these fountains is a good idea and saves carrying too much.
On a different note knowing where public toilets are located is useful too!

By: William

William — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 20:29:28 +0000

Thanks for answering our questions - the RoadID actually sounds really useful. I don't enjoy carrying anything in my hand during a run. So during long runs I've flitted between either using a route that goes past my own letterbox with my water inside; or wearing a fuel belt which I'm still not used to running with... I'm still not sure which one would work better though. .-= William´s last blog ..How my running is going (Week 7 update) =-.

By: Greg at Live Fit

Greg at Live Fit — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 12:12:12 +0000

It’s interesting to hear what other runners carry along. I love listening to podcasts as well, which is interesting as I never thought I would. Need to get a good cameraphone though. I’ve missed out on some golden opportunities.