Now that the weather is finally warming up, us runners can stop making excuses and actually get our feet back on the pavement. With Spring just around the corner, now’s a great time to get back outside to a get workout in whether that’s on the roads, sidewalks, or trails. Some folks simply can’t get out there though without their music or podcasts. I get it. It’s much more preferable to listen to Ray Porter narrate Andy Weir’s Project Hail Mary than it is to listen to my own wheezing breath.
What you need is a solid pair of earbuds that can withstand the elements. The Beats Powerbeats Fit are designed for working out and happen to be seeing a 10% discount at the moment. That’s right, Amazon has the wireless noise cancelling earbuds going for just $180 (down from $200) so you end up saving yourself a good $20 for a limited time.
Now if you just take any old pair of earbuds out for a run, you may run into trouble. You need a pair that can hold up to sweat and rain and also something that will stay in your ear. I’ve spent too many runs worries one of my buds might just pop out and roll its way into a nearby sewer grate.
The Beats Powerbeats Fit solve both these issues. For one, these headphones are IPX4 rated to be both sweat and water resistant. As for stability, each earbud utilizes a wingtip design that locks into place in your ear. You can shake you’re head all about—these puppies aren’t going anywhere.
Active Noise Cancellation
Any earbuds worth their salt are going to provide noise cancelling. For when you’re not out of the roads, you can enjoy your music, podcasts, or audiobooks while cancelling out distracting background noises from your environment—be they chatty co-workers or a plane engine on a flight. But when you are out and running, maybe flip to transparency mode. This allows outside noises to pass through so you can stay aware of what’s around you, like an oncoming vehicle.
Battery life is super solid. Combined with the charging case, the Beats Powerbeats Fit can last you up to 30 hours at a time. The headphones along will provide you with up to seven hours of listening time. Find yourself in a jam having forgotten to charge them before leaving the house? Not to worry. A quick five minutes of charging will grant you up to a full house of playback when your battery is low.