Want to get an iPod for runnin' fool DH

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DH is training up for an insane run in March- the Grizzly in Seaton, 20 m of up and down cliffs and through the sea and mud etc... I realise I've left this late but I want to get him an iPod to help him with his training as he's hitting a bit of a wall at times. What sort do you think? Would a nano be the best thing? What about a halter thing for it? Also I need running music suggestions! Any help gratefully received.

I have a nano which is fine for running but havent ever had any other kind ofipod so can;t say really.

You need to get him a Nike+ thingy for his ipod though as will help with training.

Thats funny just bought DS an ipod nano off ebay for less than £20. Was one of the original ones 1gb which holds enough for a half marathon for me anyway.

My nano is still going strong and its a good few years old now. I had one of those armband things but I felt constricted so i out it in my bum bag thing now. What I do find essential are ear phones that actually hook around your ear rather than the apple white buds which i found fell out after 3 or 4 steps !

Music... I'm an ex Manchester girl at heart so Stone Roses, Happy Mondays and Take That do it for me !

Oh yes forgot about the Nike+ thing, but dont you need a special trainer ?

I know I'm being thick but I don't really understand what the Nike plus thing does. It seems to be some kind of toggle but what does it do? Is it a pedometer? And it communicates with the iPod in some way?