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[quote name='jrharden' timestamp='1423240695' post='10899069']
So I want to ask about the jaybirds and how they work going over the ear, as it seems that puts the volume controls and mic behind your ear. Is this the case?

I did see the jaybird bluebud x's last night at Sam's Club for $135 with a $20 iTunes gift card.
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I have mine wrapped around the back of my head/top neck for the past 2yrs since they've been available. the volume and mic are right behind my left ear and have zero issues. the cord doesn't move because you can adjust how tight you want it. I run and work out in mine with no issues. I normally don't golf with any music so I can't tell you how they are golfing.

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Just bought the Jaybirds. Haven't gotten home yet. Will try them tonight and report back. 15 day return policy to BB which price matched Amazon for $135 big I don't like them I will return for the powerbeats 2

Driver: Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond 8*, Tensei AV White 75g
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Hybrids: Ping G425 19*
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Putter: L.A.B. Directed Force 2.1, Polar BGT shaft   
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[quote name='Thunder Dan' timestamp='1423264898' post='10902111'][quote name='jrharden' timestamp='1423240695' post='10899069']
So I want to ask about the jaybirds and how they work going over the ear, as it seems that puts the volume controls and mic behind your ear. Is this the case?

I did see the jaybird bluebud x's last night at Sam's Club for $135 with a $20 iTunes gift card.
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They don't stay in your ear when you swing. The chord will get stuck on your neck bc it's so long and jossle the buds from your ear. I loved the sound quality but sold them on eBay after 2 weeks because they were useless for why I bought them (golf and working out)

Just get the Beats 2, you'll be much happier with the purchase. Only downside with them is that they suck for watching video bc there is a lag, with that being the downside, they are great for music and stay in your ear[/quote]

That lag is fixed with the last iOS update.

Driver: Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond 8*, Tensei AV White 75g
Irons: TaylorMade P790, 5-PW; Mitsubishi MMT 110g
Hybrids: Ping G425 19*
Wedges: Ping Glide 3.0 50*, 54*, 60*
Putter: L.A.B. Directed Force 2.1, Polar BGT shaft   
Bag: Ping Hoofer Lite Midnight
Ball: Bridgestone Tour B X yellow, Callaway Chrome Soft X LS

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[quote name='mastayoou' timestamp='1423268301' post='10902481']I second BlueBuds X.. Just get the aftermarket ear bud inserts.. Much more comfortable[/quote]

Comply foam tips?
I'm just afraid they will get nasty once I sweat

Driver: Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond 8*, Tensei AV White 75g
Irons: TaylorMade P790, 5-PW; Mitsubishi MMT 110g
Hybrids: Ping G425 19*
Wedges: Ping Glide 3.0 50*, 54*, 60*
Putter: L.A.B. Directed Force 2.1, Polar BGT shaft   
Bag: Ping Hoofer Lite Midnight
Ball: Bridgestone Tour B X yellow, Callaway Chrome Soft X LS

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the Conply foam tips are perfect for working out. they come in 3 and 5 sets. they block out more noise than other tips. 1 set of tips last me a good couple of months. that's with about 3 days out of the week use and occasional soap/water clean and air dry overnight.

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[quote name='Minarets' timestamp='1422969884' post='10874771']
I want to pull the trigger on the powerbeats2 but am holding out hope the Bragi Dash will be everything they tout them to be.
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Pre-ordered mine for May delivery, White Limited. Psyched to try them out. Everything I want and need in one...here is to hoping!

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The Jaybirds sound great once I found the right fit. More bass and clarity than I expected. I wonder when I sweat how well they will stay in. I'll order some comply tips. They have all new ones on their site now. "Sport" ones

Driver: Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond 8*, Tensei AV White 75g
Irons: TaylorMade P790, 5-PW; Mitsubishi MMT 110g
Hybrids: Ping G425 19*
Wedges: Ping Glide 3.0 50*, 54*, 60*
Putter: L.A.B. Directed Force 2.1, Polar BGT shaft   
Bag: Ping Hoofer Lite Midnight
Ball: Bridgestone Tour B X yellow, Callaway Chrome Soft X LS

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[quote name='Minarets' timestamp='1423320845' post='10905373']
The Jaybirds sound great once I found the right fit. More bass and clarity than I expected. I wonder when I sweat how well they will stay in. I'll order some comply tips. They have all new ones on their site now. "Sport" ones
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Thanks for the updates. Do you think they'd be ok when golfing? I would wear mine mostly at the range as I don't listen to music while actually playing?

I may have to go buy some today, I see they're on sale at best buy for $135.

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Yup. The black ones are on sale online but weren't in store for me but I wanted the white ones. BB prices matches Amazon so $135 won't be hard to get in any color.
I plan on using them for golf for sure this summer.

Driver: Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond 8*, Tensei AV White 75g
Irons: TaylorMade P790, 5-PW; Mitsubishi MMT 110g
Hybrids: Ping G425 19*
Wedges: Ping Glide 3.0 50*, 54*, 60*
Putter: L.A.B. Directed Force 2.1, Polar BGT shaft   
Bag: Ping Hoofer Lite Midnight
Ball: Bridgestone Tour B X yellow, Callaway Chrome Soft X LS

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I've had the BlueBuds for about a month now and use them to do crossfit workouts about 4 days a week. I actually don't mind the regular tips, they fit me nicely and I don't have any discomfort. Once you get the right fit they're great and easily adjustable. Sound is excellent for a bluetooth headphone and the range is great. They stay in better than I would have thought. I don't have to fiddle with them even when doing burpees, etc.

I can't wait for summer to come so I can have more freedom on the range. The cord on my past headphones used to drive me crazy.

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I'm about to order the comply tips. The tips that came with it did ok, but lost their seal towards the end of my workout.

Driver: Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond 8*, Tensei AV White 75g
Irons: TaylorMade P790, 5-PW; Mitsubishi MMT 110g
Hybrids: Ping G425 19*
Wedges: Ping Glide 3.0 50*, 54*, 60*
Putter: L.A.B. Directed Force 2.1, Polar BGT shaft   
Bag: Ping Hoofer Lite Midnight
Ball: Bridgestone Tour B X yellow, Callaway Chrome Soft X LS

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Really debating on what type of Bluetooth headphones to get, mostly for the range but could make an appearance for a quick walking 9 by myself. I have a thing about spending more than 50 bucks for headphones. I just don't think it's necessary. So what are some budget sets of Bluetooth headphones? A lot of the ones mentioned here border on 100 or more bucks.

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Updates?

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I've been having connectivity issues lately with my Powerbeats 2 Wireless and my iPhone mothership-- it tends to cut in and out quite frequently and I haven't found any success as far as troubleshooting goes. Anyone else experience this?

The woot daily deal earlier this week featured the Motorola S11 wireless around the neck fitness buds so I pulled the trigger for $34 and free shipping. I will post my thoughts on these in a review when I get them.

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Reviving this thread...

Took a flier on the the 25.00 Soundpeats bluetooth earbuds off Amazon. They aren't Jaybirds but they might be the best bang for the buck I've ever spent. They're a little bulkier than the high end stuff but they are plenty "thumpy" with a great sound stage and very respectable highs and mid range at this price point. The battery life for my listening level is about 7 hours and ear fins provided work great..
For a fugal guy that often buys something and then looks for a reason not to like it, I can't recommend these enough.

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I just picked up a pair of zipbuds. The zipbuds are wired with a slider to adjust the fit of the cord. I haven't tried them on the range or with any physical activity yet but they sound very good. I can't compare them to Bose, Beats or J-birds to know if they are that good.

They were discussing them on PGA radio so I jumped in to give them a try.

Callaway Epic MAX 10.5*
Callaway Mavrik MAX 15*
Taylor Made M4 19* & 22* hybrids
PING G410 5-U w/DG 105s 
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Odyssey Stroke Lab Big Seven Toe Up vs MEZZ1 vs Seemore
Precision Pro Nx7 Pro, Garmin S60 (watch)


https://forums.golfwrx.com/discussion/1580770/recaps-the-taylormade-twistfaceexperience-7-golfwrx-members-visit-the-kingdom-for-an-exclusive-m3/p1

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I have been using the Jaybird Bluebud X for 3 years. Love them. However the right ear bud shorted out due to sweat. They have a life time warranty if they short out and waiting to hear back from Customer Service.

Also I'm looking at the new (not yet released) Bragi Dash ear buds. They are designed for working out and are truly wireless. They have a 4 GB internal drive so you can download music to the buds so you do not need your phone.

http://www.bragi.com/

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