How tight are the ear flaps? Are the ear flaps removable? I wear stud earrings and I don't want to take them off when I swim.
1281877
The cap is molded so that the area by the ear has more room - there's a bit of a 'bubble' built in for the entire ear area. then it comes down and the edge is similar to the rest of the cap - tight enough to (sort of) keep water out. After wearing several times I found that water did leak in. Same as any other cap I've used.
1281878
The flaps are not tight, plenty of room. But the cap fits snugly around the head and does a good job of keeping the water out.
1281879
The ear flaps aren't removable. I have been wearing two a sets of earrings in each ear while I swim and it isn't an issue with this cap. One set are studs and its still been quite comfortable.
1315807
These ones will, no problem! If you look at the picture of them, note the little, curved "horns" on top. These are adjustable and fit into the grooves right above your ear canal. They are soft, but can be annoying if you have sensitive ears. I wear mine hiking, biking, power walking and they have never once fell out. They sound pretty damn good too!
1983763
They fit over my ears, not on them. If a person has larger ears the fit could be close, but they cover my ears fine.
2146298
Would depend on your ear size. I have what I guess would be normal size ears and they nearly fit over them completely, just barely touch the bottom of the lobes of my ears. Comfortable tho
224922
I never had this problem, so I cannot answer your question. For what it is worth, these have worked great for me when I am working out and they stay on my ear very comfortably.
604599
You need to find the perfect fit of buds to avoid getting water in your ears. I use the medium ones and I have no problem with water in my ears
191913
I haven't had that issue. I've worn them for 3 hour runs. Now the part that touches the top of the ear to wrap around the back get just a tad tender, but I have a feeling that is impacted by my winter hat pushing on it. Not at all a deal breaker for me. Overall, they are a great buy!
1983007
So... I am not sure if everyones ears are different but mine go around my ears. They are a perfect fit around my ears. My only problem is the super long coord :).
1825777
I have no instances of the the earpiece coming out. I also have not had water enter my ears. Surprisingly, the sound quality is very good. I thought I would sacrifice sound quality for the convenience of waterproofing but that is not the case. The quality is there all the way around...sound, waterproof, no water in ears. and the stay on.
1388499
Hi, not at all. I wear them more than once and sometimes I move it around--you do not want to put it in the same hole each time, as you want it to have some friction in order for it not to sag. I am not able to wear wire earrings without these - as love them and would not be without them. Hope this helps!
215948
Yes, the ear plugs are necessary if you are trying to prevent water in your ears. THe band simply keeps the earplugs from falling it. The Mack's pillow soft silicone ear plugs are not as bad as other earplugs--they conform to your ear shape, instead of the other way 'round. I agree with you, though, wouldn't it be great if the band were waterproof and would form a sort of "suction" OVER your ear, instead of IN your ear, to keep water out. Why don't you invent that?! Good luck to you. Donna
1628930
They are fairly waterproof, but I was only using them to keep a surgical wound dry in the shower. A lot of movement, such as swimming, would probably cause it to loosen. Hope this helps.
2177534
You'd need huge ears for these to fall out on their own. As mentioned, a bigger concern is getting them out without leaving the plugs stuck in your ear. The fit is exactly the same as original Speedo earbuds without the earhooks. I used to keep a small crochet hook in my bag to remove the plugs from the center when they were stuck in my ear. In a pinch though, I use the temple tips of my eyeglasses to pry around the sides. It's best to just pull slowly while wiggling.
863148
They fit in the ear really nicely. They aren't invisible when you've got them in but also don't go around your ear at all. I'd say they're just about right, but that could just be my opinion
401074
The earbud jacks, etc... are all left open. There is no rubber flap or anything covering them like on some cases. I haven't experienced any problems with it so far.
2030238
Nope, not at all. I have pretty small ears, but the silicone covers are VERY soft, and come in several sizes.
434645
Although I put them on when I was already in the water, I don't think they are waterproof in the sense you inquire about. (They're now in storage, so I can't try them out for you -- sorry.)