How durable is the Hard Drive?  Can it withstand G-forces?

I am the owner of both the iPod nano and iPod shuffle.
I have never owned an iPod with a hard drive. I take my iPod with me on all sorts of roller coasters and thrill rides and listen to music, but I am not sure if the hard drive on my new 5th Generation "video iPod" will be able to handle it.
Does this create damage over time?
Thanks.

the G- Force on your average thrill ride doesn't actuallly get that high.
I would not take my ipod into space with me on a rocket car or try to break the sound barrier or deep sea diving.
I think it should be fine on your average roller coaster.
although I don't think you'll be too deprived if just to be safe you turn it off for the minute or so your actually on the ride.

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