Want to take your tunes outside? Well those standard-issue ear buds that came with your iPod or iPhone still leave a lot to be desired. When you decide it’s time to upgrade we suggest looking for a number of things in your next purchase: sweat and water resistance; long (at least 40 inches) tangle-free cord; and an in-ear or over-the-ear design that prevents the ear buds from falling out.

Here are three that meet that criteria:

Skullcandy ChopsSkullcandy Chops – The bargain of the group at under $20 MSRP. Good sound quality and an over-the-ear design that stays put. See review.


X-1 MomentumX-1 Momentum – These small in-ear models are weatherproof and sweat proof. They are also the only products in our test to include an inline mic and volume control. See review.


Yurbud Inspire DuroYurbud Inspire Duro – The company’s Twistlock design keeps these in-ear products where they should be at all times. See review.


Check them out and let us know what you think by leaving a comment.

Thanks for reading another outdoor gear review from GearGuide. And thanks to Skullcandy, X-1 and Yurbuds, along with (a)zione, Martz Agency and Verde PR for providing product for this review.