Adidas miCoach SmartRun Ref. G76792
Smart Watch / Sports Fitness Tracker · Adidas (Adidas AG), fitness technology developed in partnership with Mio Global for heart rate sensing data.
Period: Modern Tech Era (Early Wearables, 2013-2015). Characteristic of the 'first-wave' smart fitness wearables featuring large square displays and integrated heart rate sensors.
Type
Smart Watch / Sports Fitness Tracker
Brand
Adidas (Adidas AG), fitness technology developed in partnership with Mio Global for heart rate sensing data.
Movement
Digital Electronic; Powered by a 1.2GHz Dual Core Texas Instruments OMAP4430 processor running a custom version of Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean.
Dimensions
Case diameter: 48.4mm, Thickness: 15.6mm, Lug-to-lug: Approx. 56mm (large fixed curve), Lug width: N/A (integrated strap).
Description
The miCoach SmartRun was a pioneering standalone fitness watch that did not require a phone for GPS or music. It was a bulky, tech-forward 'tool' for runners that focused on real-time coaching via heart rate zones. Its visual presence is dominated by its large, square form factor and polished steel accents.
Key Features
Built-in GPS, optical heart rate sensor without a chest strap, Bluetooth for wireless music, and color-coded heart rate coaching zones.
Dial Description
1.45-inch Transflective TFT LCD capacitive touchscreen with 184 x 184 pixel resolution. Displays digital time, fitness metrics, and heart rate data prominently.
Case Material
Stainless steel frame with high-performance matte black polycarbonate body and silver-tone bezel accents.
Crystal Type
Hardened mineral glass, flat profile, with black mask surrounding the square screen displaying the Adidas 'Performance' logo.
Bezel Details
Fixed silver-toned stainless steel accent bezel surrounding the glass fascia. Purely aesthetic with no markings.
Crown & Pushers
Single physical button located at the bottom center of the screen bezel used for power and home functions; all other navigation is touchscreen-based.
Bracelet or Strap
Integrated black soft-touch silicone strap with a dual-pin stainless steel buckle. The strap houses the optical heart rate sensor on the underside.
Caseback Details
Solid polycarbonate caseback featuring pogo-pin charging contacts and a Mio-sourced optical heart rate sensor window (green LED technology).
Movement Type
Digital Electronic; Powered by a 1.2GHz Dual Core Texas Instruments OMAP4430 processor running a custom version of Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean.
Water Resistance
3 ATM (30 meters/100 feet). Water-resistant for sweat and splashes only; not suitable for swimming or showering.
Origin & Provenance
Designed in Germany/USA, manufactured in China. Utilizes a proprietary Adidas software ecosystem (now defunct).
Age Estimate
Circa 2013-2014. This was Adidas's flagship GPS running watch released in November 2013.
Cultural Significance
A milestone in the transition from 'dumb' sports watches to modern fitness smartwatches. It represents the era when sportswear brands competed directly with tech companies like Apple and Garmin.
Condition Notes
Good overall condition. The screen appears clear with no major cracks. Significant dust and debris are visible on the silicone strap. Battery health is often a concern for these vintage electronics. Grade: Good.
Value Estimate
Resale value: $30 - $70 USD. Collector value is low due to the shut-down of the miCoach platform rendering some functions obsolete.
Care & Maintenance
Keep charging contacts clean with isopropyl alcohol; avoid deep submersion; store with partial battery charge; use a standard 5V USB charger with the proprietary dock.
Similar Watches
Nike+ SportWatch GPS (TomTom partnership), early Garmin Forerunner models, and the original Motorola Moto 360 Sport.
Interesting Facts
The watch was one of the first to offer onboard music storage and GPS simultaneously. Adidas eventually shut down the miCoach servers in 2018, transitioning users to Runtastic, which limited the watch's original connectivity.