how are these working out/exercising? do they easily fall out of your ears with movemenor do they stay securely in the ears (without any discomfort)?
335663
I use mine for my motor cycle. Phone music etc. they took se getting use to because one of my ear canals is small, very small. The kit didn't quite fit. BUT you will have to see; however, they have been durable. I'd buy them again for my use. Discomfort? Relative. The Bose are more comfortable by 2 X. Good luck
335664
So here is my experience (the squeamish might want to stop here). I use the silicone "cone" earbuds. When I go to put them in my ears I do a quick "lick" to lube the silicone with a little saliva. Yes, sounds gross, but a little moisture helps seat the buds deep in my ears. I wear these in many different circumstances from sitting quietly on an airplane (and quiet is the right word since they block a great deal of external noise) to various forms of exercise and most chores around the house. (Note that I've gone through one pair because I failed to adequately "protect" the loose wires running from my iPhone to my ears - not unique to Etymotic, but something to be careful of.) I really like these buds - they have excellent sound quality IMO and once in the ear, they stay put and they are, for me, very comfortable. One last comment - I started out with my originally Etymotics using the flesh-colored foam plugs and after six months switched to the silicone plugs. A "second last comment" - you should plan on changing out the "ear wax filters" (eeyuuuh) 2-3 times per year depending on usage and your ear physiology. Last word - should I destroy these in a moment of carelessness I won't hesitate to purchase another set. ghl
335665
They work very well and will not fall out. The key is to putting in the correct size ear pieces for comfort. The only thing to watch out for is do not allow the little mic/button pod to get wet with sweat. It's probably best to just seal it in electrical tape.
335666
The stock earbuds stay pretty solidly in place come hell or high water. Also, I purchased the custom-fit earbuds Etymotic offers through Sonus. These will not come out of my ears even if I catch the cord and rip the headphone from the earbud the earbud itself will remain firmly in place.
335667
BY FAR the best workout earbud on the market. I've been wearing Etymotic for over a decade at the gym. Running, biking, lifting....sweating severly....and as long as you don't pull them out while working out - they stay put.
335668
As long as you use the clip attached you should be fine. Due to the design of these being canalphones, they stay pretty fixed into your ears. Finding the right tips will help prevent discomfort. Make sure you don't jerk the cable, that can hurt your ears as it will pull out of your ear canals, causing discomfort. I prefer the foam eartips to the silicone.
335669
The earphones will stay put. The level of comfort will vary as each person has a different shaped ear canal. Keep in mind there are other manufacturers eartips that will fit these earphones. You have a lot of options to get a good fit. I prefer the 2 flange eartips made by another company. You can always go the high-end route and have a set of custom eartips cast specifically for your ears.
335670
Once you find the right earpiece (from the selection provided by Etymotic Research) they fit fine during exercise.
25223
I do not exercise with them, but they have a good grip to the ear ... if you run with them, and use a clip to hold their cable to your body, i think there won`t be any problem.
1440557
Scott, Although not conceived as a "sports" model, I wear these phones while exercising often. I have worn them hiking steep mountain trails (just returned today from Banff, Canada), spinning, kayak camping ... you name it! I have sweat with them on and even hiked in the rain with them on. No damage to the headphones. Mine fit tight in my ears without behind the ear supports. I have never had them fall out (except when the cord is snagged on a tree branch). If they fit you as well as me they should work well during exercise. BTW - The audio reproduction is outstanding.
1416237
The outer covering of the wires are great, they're water resistant and easy to tangle. I've used them for workouts and they've been fine. They don't fall out because the headphones come with 3 different sized earbuds; so u can pick whichever one fits ur ear best.
1521243
After having them for a while, they are very good for running. But the trick is to have the stabilization tab set for your ears. I always have to readjust them for the perfect fit. As a matter of fact I just got through cutting grass and sweated pretty good. No problem with them staying in my ears. If you get them once you and play with them a while you will figure out what angle to put the stabilizer in for the perfect fit. You will also know when you got a good fit because they sound awsome! They are best I have had so far. I have LG730 and they always have a tendency to fall out after sweating, so I stopped wearing them for workouts. I think these are a good buy. After having them for a while, they are very good for running. But the trick is to have the stabilization tab set for your ears. I always have to readjust them for the perfect fit. As a matter of fact I just got through cutting grass and sweated pretty good. No problem with them staying in my ears. If you get them once you and play with them a while you will figure out what angle to put the stabilizer in for the perfect fit. You will also know when you got a good fit because they sound awsome! They are best I have had so far. I have LG730 and they always have a tendency to fall out after... » Read More After having them for a while, they are very good for running. But the trick is to have the stabilization tab set for your ears. I always have to readjust them for the perfect fit. As a matter of fact I just got through cutting grass and sweated pretty good. No problem with them staying in my ears. If you get them once you and play with them a while you will figure out what angle to put the stabilizer in for the perfect fit. You will also know when you got a good fit because they sound awsome! They are best I have had so far. I have LG730 and they always have a tendency to fall out after sweating, so I stopped wearing them for workouts. I think these are a good buy. « Show Less
2177535
I have had no trouble with them staying in. The problem I do have is that if you do not put your finger on the rubber when pulling them out, the rubber tips will pull off the stem of the earphone. For me, they do a great job.
2228972
They wouldn't fall out as long as you use snug earphone tips. So any foam tips which you have to roll up before inserting should definitely not fall out, and a proper sized silicone should stay in as well.These earphones are heavy, but that doesn't mean they fall out easily, it just increases fatigue over long periods of time, and thus I (and many users) recommend wearing them with the cable over ear rather than straight down.
1377537
I use them with the new Apple ear buds. They work - almost. It takes a little doing to get them on, and they do fall off more easily. But I've been using them for a few months and I'm perfectly happy with the way they keep the ear buds in your ears, and I feel they improve the sound quality as well. Buy 'em. What have you got to lose?
772510
When you say drop, do you mean fall out of your ears? They are heavier than regular headphones, but as they come with 12-16 ear pieces, when you use an ear piece that correctly fits your ear, it eliminates the problem. I exercise with them all the time, and once in a great while they will fall out, but very infrequently. And I am very impressed with the sound, especially what I call sound staging, the ability to truely tell where the musicians are located on the stage is bar none, the best I have heard with any headphones I have owned. So I am very impressed with them.
2194743
I rock mine on the elliptical, rowing machine, lifting, core work...they move a little on a treadmill but that is because there is more impact with running/jogging. I can't keep ear-buds in my ears, my beats saved the day!
1250213
They do not fall off, slip out, at all. I absolutely love them. I have used the over the ear support and the rubber in ear support. I prefer the in ear. Hope this helps. One more thing. I sometimes think the sound could be better, but, I can't hear vehicles coming up behind me. All in all. I love them.
844733
I don't use my headphones for exercise. I actually use them for general use. These are the best headphones I have ever used that are comfortable and compatible with my hearing aids.
1521242
After having them for a while, they are very good for running. But the trick is to have the stabilization tab set for your ears. I always have to readjust them for the perfect fit. As a matter of fact I just got through cutting grass and sweated pretty good. No problem with them staying in my ears. If you get them once you and play with them a while you will figure out what angle to put the stabilizer in for the perfect fit. You will also know when you got a good fit because they sound awsome! They are best I have had so far. I have LG730 and they always have a tendency to fall out after sweating, so I stopped wearing them for workouts. I think these are a good buy.
1195147
I workout with these and have found the earbuds comfortable. they also stay in place. they come with a soft gel covering that you can switch out so you have the size that fits your ear.
2116230
I bought a pair for both my teenage daughter and myself, she likes them better then I do. They seem to fall out of my ears easily (I haven't worn them much) and she told me the same thing but after wearing them several times they now stay in her ears and she likes them a lot more. So I'd so they're okay but not the best for exercising.
812842
Hi Juan, Wearing the headphones alone, they are secure. For swimming they are in the silicone case and so don't really hook over the ears then. You can sort of put them in place, but that wouldn't be enough to hold them there. The swimcap holds everything secure with the headphones just protruding down a little [see swimming image]. Hope that makes things clear.
2018632
I would say yes. I've jogged a little in them and never had problems with them coming loose, but not any distance. The main negative I would say is that if there are other sounds, like grass mowing, etc., they aren't snug enough to block out the sound, like an ear bud might.