other running toys
I was poking around at pedometers also, and in particular looking at the Nike doodad that plugs into your iPod. I won't be getting one (I'd need to buy another iPod, it appears), but despite much suggestion to the contrary, you don't actually need the Nike footwear to go with it. The only benefit of the special footwear (beyond any actual athletic benefit) is that the pedometer fits right into the shoe itself. You can pay your €30 for the doodad and hang it off a pair of flip-flops if you like. Of course, you might not be happy that people know you're out running.