I don’t run with an iPod every day of the week (actually, with the current stress fracture, I’m not running with an iPod any day of the week!), but on the odd days where I fancy listening to music, my earphones of choice are the Sennheiser Street MX55Vs.
I can’t remember how many different styles and brands I tried in search of the perfect earphone, but the Sennheisers, which feature the innovative Twist-to-Fit system, are quite literally the ONLY ones that stay put in my ears when I run. The MX55V’s are lightweight (0.31 oz) and come with the following extras:
Ear Adapter Set With Rubber Pads (Small/Medium/Large)
Foldable Carrying Case
Exchangeable Design Parts
Sound quality is excellent, but the main selling point for me is their ability to stay in place even on the sweatiest of runs! List price is usually $39.95, but Buy.com are currently selling for the bargain price of $18.88! Mine are still in great condition, but I think I’m going to take advantage of the current special offer and purchase another pair “just in case”.
Sound quality is excellent, but for me the best feature of the SoundTrue headphones is the StayHear tips that stay comfortably and securely in place no matter how fast or sweaty the run. Three StayHear tip sizes are included (Small, Medium, Large) and you can choose from White, Black or a cool Cranberry color.