TrailRunner route planner released

Berbie has released TrailRunner, a new application designed for all people doing long distance sports that helps plan and journalize workouts. The software is a route planner for people who enjoy running, biking, skiing, and other forms of outdoor sports, and works with the Nike+iPod Sport Kit. Users can plan workout routes on a geographical map, export route directions as small "NanoMaps" onto an iPod, and import workout data from the Nike + iPod Sport Kit back into the workout diary. TrailRunner also features an exercise plan, .Mac weblog publishing capability, GPS/GPX/KML import/export functionality, and an integrated map with elevation data from global mapping services such as USGS topo maps. TrailRunner is available for free, and requires Mac OS X 10.4 or later.

Contour unveils iSee nano V2 case

Contour Design has unveiled its iSee nano V2, a clear case for Apple's second-generation iPod nano that provides protection without hindering usage. The iSee nano V2 offers play-through clickwheel protection while maintaining access to the dock port and headphone jack. The case features a removable stainless steel belt clip that fastens in four different positions, and a universal mounting system usable with new Contour gear currently under development. iSee nano V2 features a snap-on design to offer all around protection while showing off the iPod inside, offering compatibility with 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB second-generation iPod nanos. The Countour iSee nano is slated for shipment in the first week of November for $20.