I researched the best earbuds for running for past few days because i have recently started running regularly and want something that is comfortable, secure and delivers great sound i read reviews on the newyork times, runner’s world and techradar and these two models consistently stand out as top-r…

Def the Shokz ORP2; I have no hesitation in recommending! I use mine on regular runs (6x week upto 30k / 2.5hrs) including hill rep / speed work. Absolutely rock solid on the head; even with sunglasses. I barely notice them (other than when I first wore them and noticed the improved sound quality…

As a cyclist, I would suggest you use the OpenRun Pro 2 because since they are bone conduction, you can hear the world around you. Too many runners who are on cycling paths, cannot hear verbal warnings because they are in their own world with their earbuds or head phones.

[image] Heretic: As a cyclist, I would suggest you use the OpenRun Pro 2 OK, I am old, but as a cyclist I would suggest you NEVER wear earbuds. Yes some are better at allowing you to hear the world around you but none are better than no earbuds. Stepping of my soap box now and going to take…

That’s what happens when you are old…comprehension deficient???

Critmark: You are old because you are still alive because you seem to have good old-fashioned common sense… Fully agree with your post. Sam

I’ll have to chime in from a different angle… I use ONE earbud on ALL rides. It’s hardly loud enough to drown ANYTHING out from outside, but it has the very important function of allowing me to actually HEAR the not-loud-enough warnings from my Garmin VARIA Radar Rear Light, alerting me to cars com…

Thanks everyone for sharing your perspectives.:blush: I see the discussion branched into cycling use as well which is definitely interesting to hear about. For my original question, I am mainly focused on running typically 4–5 times a week so my priorities are secure fit, sweat resistance, good so…

Let me be clear. My recommendation was for a runner. I was explaining why I as a cyclist recommended OpenRun for a runner.

Thanks for the detailed feedback After your expert suggestion, I am leaning toward the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 (ORP2. I think they will be a great fit for my running routine and I am try it soon.

Thanks again to everyone who suggested the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2—I’ve been using them for about 20 days now and I’m really enjoying them. They’ve fit perfectly into my running routine. Some of the features I’m liking the most: Long battery life – I can go several workouts without needing a recharg…

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Heretic August 12, 2025, 8:13pm 4

This was about a runner using earbuds. I was speaking from the perspective of a cyclist. The OpenRun are not earbuds.

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