sweating can I use these while running? If I get sweaty, will they short out?
841225
I use a pair of these to drum along to my favorite Rush tunes, and I get pretty sweaty when doing it. Long story short, they haven't quit out on me yet even after using them while drumming and even while blowing snow out of my driveway while it was in fact, snowing. Of course these are not designed for activities such as running, so they might get uncomfortable after extended periods of time under such use. Although they work well (and IMO are a GREAT value for the quality), I sometimes get ear fatigue after using them for several hours at a time - say, when I am watching a movie solo or something. I use a pair of these to drum along to my favorite Rush tunes, and I get pretty sweaty when doing it. Long story short, they haven't quit out on me yet even after using them while drumming and even while blowing snow out of my driveway while it was in fact, snowing. Of course these are not designed for activities such as running, so they might get uncomfortable after extended periods of time under such use. Although they work well (and IMO are a GREAT value for the quality), I sometimes get ear fatigue after using them for several hours at a time - say, when I am watching a... » Read More I use a pair of these to drum along to my favorite Rush tunes, and I get pretty sweaty when doing it. Long story short, they haven't quit out on me yet even after using them while drumming and even while blowing snow out of my driveway while it was in fact, snowing. Of course these are not designed for activities such as running, so they might get uncomfortable after extended periods of time under such use. Although they work well (and IMO are a GREAT value for the quality), I sometimes get ear fatigue after using them for several hours at a time - say, when I am watching a movie solo or something. « Show Less
841226
Thanks, that's all the info I need! I'm only on the treadmill or elliptical for an hour, so I doubt I will reach that discomfort point. I'm just over those crappy earbuds that came with my ipod. Thanks so much for your response!-Mara
1974782
Yes! These are the best to use! I use them when I'm jogging\biking\even on the boat. They're not water proof but they withstand alot of sweat.
681948
Yes. I don't recommend them if you're planning to wear them while working out though. The microphone portion is not waterproof and sweat gets into it, causing it to force songs to skip or even try to call people.
670240
I use mine for cardio (DDR and running) and they stay on just fine. The only issue is that when you sweat a lot you have to dry your ears but other than that I love them. For weight lifting they also work fine. The only issue there would be when you lay down flat such as for doing bench press. They kinda move a bit so you have to fix them.
226170
Yes. But it didn't work when I was running or any workout when you get sweaty.
128476
If you don't sweat a ton, they will be great. If you are someone who does sweat a lot, plan on them going out. Mine stopped working a few days after the month warranty.
21258
No. The second you get a bit of sweat in your ear it's over. Also they are a bit heavy so if you run the impact of each step would knock them out. Finally it's essentially a faulty product. I have had two pairs break within 4 months. Don't buy these.
1163480
My experience is that they're pretty good for the type of headphone they are: quite snug for this style. I find them too bulky and hot to consider ideal during a workout. They don't seem like they're designed to deal with sweat, etc., so the getting them wet with sweat kind of grosses me out too. For normal use I don't consider them too bulky or hot, but to workout I think I prefer an earbud style over these.
1294478
I wouldnt recommend them for running. The protective earshell, although very comfortable, would not do well against perspiration. Better keep them indoors. The sound quality is amazing though -especially considering the price- and I'd recommend them for listening to music at home.
1491006
Yes, they are very comfortable for running, and there is very little risk of it slipping off of your ears. The best part is...there is a lifetime warranty from sweat!
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.
1944770
Yes, your feet will sweat in these. There are no vents and the plastic is not breathable, so the sweat will not evaporate as quickly as if you were wearing a porous material. But the nice thing is you can rinse out the inside after you wear them and let dry to reduce smells.
539995
I sweat heavily and haven't had a problem with mine. Been using them for several years - lost one set - the only issue I had was with ear wax but was not hard to fix.
1162760
Yes, I run with them outside with my phone in an armband and get fairly regular skipping...it's annoying but I find it less annoying than cords.
2189840
Depends on the type of exercise. Treadmill, elliptical and such, yes. If you sweat lots (or perspire much) , then I'd suggest wearing a headband or bandana to absorb the moisture from the cushioned earphones.
1200475
I run in the rain with mine and so far no issues, my current pair is over year old. I sweat in them daily.
670243
DEFINITELY NOT! They will stop working if they get wet from ear sweat (EWWW!). Fortunately, I let them dry out and they have been working fine ever since (I've had mine since 2011), but I only use them for non-sweaty activities!