Earphones

[RuthMargaret]

Hi there

I am all signed up for the Run Norwich 10k in a few months. I use earbuds when I normally run, but I've heard that certain races don't allow them.

Does anyone have experience of bone conductor earphones, any recommendations?

Thanks 😁

[tony_a Graduate10]

I’ve got some Aftershokz Trekz Air bone conductors. Very comfy and work really well, though also quite pricey.

I’ve seen them on display in shops like runners need where you can try them out.

[RuthMargaret 60minGraduate in reply to tony_a]

That's really helpful, thanks. Lol the disadvantages of Internet shopping! 🤦‍♀️

Looks like a trip to the shops is in order!

[Coddfish Graduate10]

I aso have a pair of Trekz Aftershokz. I bought them partially because I don’t feel safe if I can’t hear the outside world, and partially because I find earbuds really uncomfortable. I have quite a wide head but the smaller size is fine for me (there are instructions on their website on measuring your head). Sound quality is ok, obviously less good than normal headphones. They are comfortable. Battery life isn’t wonderful, it gets me through a 90minute run but sometimes doesn’t last much longer.

[RuthMargaret 60minGraduate in reply to Coddfish]

Fab, thank you!

[Tasha99 Graduate10]

Yes. I love my Aftershokz minis 👌🏽

[RuthMargaret 60minGraduate in reply to Tasha99]

Thanks, I'll look them up too 😊

[RuthMargaret 60minGraduate in reply to Tasha99]

Thanks, I'll look them up too 😊

[Tasha99 Graduate10 in reply to RuthMargaret]

They are the bone conductor ones. I had the regular ones but they were too big so the mini version is better - exactly the same but shorter on the back of the head. And I’m 5’10”!

[JonathanP Graduate10]

I have similar made by Airprov - they're cheaper than the Aftershokz but I have found them fine. Currently just under £40 but I got them in a lightning sale for just over £30

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