Everyone who has worked with me in the studio or outdoors KNOWS that I absolutely love creating and listening to playlists and sharing motivating music during our sessions together. I believe that motivating lyrics and upbeat tempos can elevate your workout -- while elevating your heart rate. I've played around with many, many, many different types of headphones and devices over the years. From corded earbuds, to over the ear headphones, to siliconed covered earbuds. I tend to get sweaty ears -- especially when running long distances in the summer. And have often struggled to find anything that stays in my ears. It's been a struggle to find something that stays in, sounds good and stays in place while pounding the pavement or lifting heavy.
I was recently introduced to H2O Audio. They, too, believe that your soundtrack elevates your workout. They also want your workouts to be just as effective under water - as it is on ground. They have developed a fantasic variety of options that eliminate any existing boundaries for runners, cyclists and swimmers. With noise-canceling, partial sound and waterproof options -- there is is literally an option for any type of workout you may be doing outdoors or in the gym. H20 Audio leads the headphone space in waterpoof headphones -- stemming from San Diego, a watersports mecca.
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The RIPT LITE earbuds worked great for listening to audiobooks while I was getting ready in the morning. I also loved them for walking and running. They weren't bulky like over-the-ear varieties and they stayed in nicely -- even when my ears got sweaty. Whether you’re on a run, lifting weights, or simply moving throughout your day, they stay put while you're not. They fit snug for me, without pinching. And I didn't even need the over-the-ear covers to make that happen. Though, it's nice that they included them. Sounds was great! I would even use these while flying in an airplane, when I sometimes have struggled to hear with other brands or corded varieties. These are noise cancelling. So, if you are concerned about safety and hearing things around you -- I would save them for indoor workouts or use just one earbud. They also work great for managing phone calls and meetings on the go. Each charge holds for five full hours -- that's a long workout! The portable charging case holds an additional thirty hours.
I am not a swimmer or a triathlete, but I think it's really great that the TRI 2 wrap-around headphones are waterproof. It's amazing that I can take them to the pool or the lake and splash around without care. These work great for transitioning from swim, bike and run -- with open-ear technology so that you can hear your amazing playlist while also enjoying the sounds, traffic and people around you. They work up to twelve feet in the water. Not, that I - or most of us - are wading around that deep! The wrap around design took a bit to get comfortable with, but they did stay in place nicely. I did not need the earplug attachment to keep them snug. What's even cooler about this ultimate multi-sport design is that you can load your music right onto the set. You can leave your phone poolside and load or stream music right from spotify! It was easy to do with a few simple instructions --- even for the low-tech-savvy athlete, like me!
I am a huge fan of over-the-ear headphones. And the RIPT ULTRA fit nicely into my collection. These are perfect for both adults and children. I especially love using them for low-impact activities and long walks. My daughter also enjoys using headphones like these for her personal needs and at school. They are simply no fuss. Men's Journal has named them "Best Workout Headphones in the Over-Ear Category"! What I loved most about them was the comfort and the fifty hour life with each charge. That's amazing when you're constantly moving and on the go. There are two interchangeable ear cushions -- that were extremely comfortable. Some of my other varieties have made my ears sore after more than thirty minutes of wear. But these didn't. I preferred the comfort of the cushion that originally came on the set and didn't need to interchange. The pads are 100 percent sweat-proof and washable, making them last for even your toughest workouts. The sound was super clear and the bass was pumping during my workouts. Though I didn't use it, the built-in mic would also work great for phone calls and meetings. Who doesn't like to walk and talk? These are also part of their noise-cancelling line.
