I’m a sweaty boy looking at getting back into running. I’ve been using Jaybird Tarah Pros for the last 5ish years but they’re not charging reliably and I’ve been having other issues with them, so I think it’s time to look for replacements.
I’m interested in the Beats Fit Pros because of the Apple integration, but the IPX4 rating has me a little worries that they won’t last long. I’ve never run with fully wireless earbuds before, but I’d love recommendations of what y’all are using, models/brands you like, and which ones you hate.
I sometimes run with sunglasses, so I’d rather not have anything with ear loops (I also have weird ear and so loops often hurt me more than they help).
EDIT: Thanks for the recommendations. I got really sick after posting this so my replies stopped dead, but I read all your replies and have a list of models and brands to check out once I can get out of bed again. Much appreciated! 🤙
I actually listen to podcasts instead of music, it’s the only way I can keep myself focused on longer runs. I’ve tried a pair of Shokz (spelling?) and they did seem nice for the brief chance I had to try them, but I didn’t get to take them for a run.
I found I spend more of the time just thinking while I run, its more or less meditation for me. I forgot they rebranded as Shokz, but I still use them for listening to podcasts and whatnot washing dishes. I used the old corded version for a while before I got the cordless ones, and bought my wife a pair in the meantime. I like them and appreciated being able to hear my surroundings better than with in ear. I’ve worn them into the shower a couple occasionally after a run and prefer to run in the rain so I have been very happy with the waterproofing on them. I’ve also forgotten I was wearing them a few times, so I think comfort is good.
Good to know. I’ll see if I can find a store around me with a pair to try on (I only got to try the regular OpenRun ones, but I suspect I might need the smaller model). Thanks for sharing.