Kevin M OConnell

posted: 1/30/2010 at 9:27 PM

looking for comfortable (perhaps adjustable / swappable gels) that perhaps wrap around your ear and or head that STAY ON YOUR EARS whilst running long distances... and weather proof (to an extent)...

all i have now are the cheapo radio shack buds, and like 4 pairs of the even cheaper ipod defaul buds.

recommendations?
links?

Thanks!!!

Kevin.

MilkTruck

posted: 1/30/2010 at 9:36 PM
modified: 1/30/2010 at 9:37 PM

I've been happy with the Sennheiser line of "twist lock' ear buds. Stay in great, sound good, weather and sweat resistant. I've used them for a few years now and wouldn't change:

Sennheiser web site for MX wired sport models

Always do right. This will gratify some people and astonish the rest.

zoom-zoom

I du! (+CX +Mtn.)

posted: 1/30/2010 at 9:51 PM

Sennheiser MX 75 or 85 would be my recommendation.

Kirsten

'07: 1324.5 ••• '08: 1561 ••• '09: 1810.9 run ~ 208.7 bike ••• '10: 1,000.3 run ~ 3513.5 bike ••• '11: 710.3 run ~ 4157.9 bike

'12 Goals:

run 750 mi

bike 3500 mi

• more off-road

• gain proficiency @ CX mounts and dismounts (ie stop leap-frogging w/people who ride slower after every obstacle -- finish further up the field)

srlopez

No offense.

posted: 1/30/2010 at 10:06 PM

My sennheisers are ok, but they do come out sometimes... my neck sweats, the cord gets stuck to it or between it and my jacket collar, I turn my head, and pop. (not turn my head and cough)

I probably need to try a different size piece in the locking thingy.

Anyway, mine are alright but I don't love love love them. They have lasted awhile, though. I like that.

Ultima tastes like failure.

zoom-zoom

I du! (+CX +Mtn.)

posted: 1/30/2010 at 10:54 PM

Quote from srlopez on 1/30/2010 at 10:06 PM:

I probably need to try a different size piece in the locking thingy.

I don't even use the little locking tab thing. My ears are the wrong size/shape for that to work (it sorta hovers a few mm above my outer ear). But on the earbud itself I use that large, sorta fluted ring and mine won't come out unless they are yanked hard.

Kirsten

'07: 1324.5 ••• '08: 1561 ••• '09: 1810.9 run ~ 208.7 bike ••• '10: 1,000.3 run ~ 3513.5 bike ••• '11: 710.3 run ~ 4157.9 bike

'12 Goals:

run 750 mi

bike 3500 mi

• more off-road

• gain proficiency @ CX mounts and dismounts (ie stop leap-frogging w/people who ride slower after every obstacle -- finish further up the field)

MattJ

posted: 1/30/2010 at 11:14 PM
modified: 1/30/2010 at 11:15 PM

Another +1 for the MX75s - Just don't pay the full $50 for them.

Amazon has them right now for $20

MTA: url

2012 Goals
1) Run 1243 Miles (2000km)

2) Run 100 Miles a month... every month.

3) Break 1:50 in a HM (PR 1:52:19)
4) Break 4:00 in a Marathon (PR 4:20:39)

dennrunner

posted: 1/30/2010 at 11:17 PM

I've used the JVC marshmallow for quite awhile. They work like foam earplugs. They're inexpensive and don't fall out when I use them. I only use them in one ear for safety. And I never listen to music while running, just voice podcasts.

willamona

Hawt and sexy

posted: 1/30/2010 at 11:40 PM

I use the iPod on the 'mill and I use the Marshmellow. I finally had to replace a pair after about 3 years of tradmill time which would be about a year of running. On the few occasions that I have traveled with the IPod I have not had problems in the weather, but since I don't use the thing outside running, I could not tell you about a 3 hour long run in the rain with them. They are cheap enough to replace though. They stay in my ears and don't rub while i run like the official iPod buds.

I'm touching your pants.

NaderAlfie

posted: 1/30/2010 at 11:49 PM

I use these and I like them:

http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR-A35G-Sports-Headphones-Mechanism/dp/B000067G0J

If we don’t try we’ll never know. At least I can find out how good I can be. I can have an answer at the end of the days, and have a hell of a good time with the process. -Desi Davila

cg9m

what are lions?

posted: 1/31/2010 at 1:39 AM

anyone tried the JayBird Freedom buds? saw an ad for them in a tri mag. curious.

aybeerunning

posted: 1/31/2010 at 8:07 AM

http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-RP-HS11-Headphones-Washable-Earpads/dp/B00012F8AY

These are pretty good too...and cheap. There is another panasonic one that wraps around the ear

MilkTruck

posted: 2/1/2010 at 4:33 PM
modified: 2/1/2010 at 4:34 PM

Quote from srlopez on 1/30/2010 at 10:06 PM:

My sennheisers are ok, but they do come out sometimes... my neck sweats, the cord gets stuck to it or between it and my jacket collar, I turn my head, and pop.

I have the same problem with the left ear's cord sticking to sweaty neck. So I've gotten into the habit of clipping the clippy-thing onto my collar a bit back even with, or over, my shoulder so that the left-ear cord can drape more.

Always do right. This will gratify some people and astonish the rest.

greenrunning

posted: 2/1/2010 at 4:39 PM

The Sennheiser PMX80's are the shit. I was completely devoted to the earbuds and wouldn't even think about using this style until I got a pair for free (long story.) Now I'm completely converted. I never have to think about these slipping or falling out or anything. Once I start running I never touch them, period. They are on sale for around 31 bucks at Amazon right now.

mrutherford

posted: 2/3/2010 at 12:16 PM

If you have earbuds that you like but they fall out, try some "Comply" foam tips, they will make your buds better! You can get them on Amazon too..... I swear by these

http://www.complyfoam.com/

Uromastyx

posted: 2/8/2010 at 2:57 AM

My wife and I are both using these, very satisfied:

Best Earbuds for running (Read 5313 times)

'12 Goals:

'12 Goals:

Sony Mdr-As40Ex