London's best sports earphones

The double whammy of cheap, free-with-device earphones is that they combine poor sound quality with an irritating tendency to fall out at any moment. Which is why the sports headphones market has flourished, offering earphones that stay put when you’re running, sweating and even swimming. Here are some of the best options

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Joshi Herrmann

14 August 2014

Monster iSport Strive

A little ear hook and a lightweight cable keep these ones in place without relying on an in-ear bud. Cleverly for City runners, they don’t completely cancel out noises so you can hear when cars or fellow runners approach. £59.95, Currys.co.uk

ODOYO EP900i

Designed for swimmers, water sports athletes and anyone running outdoors this autumn, which the Met Office predicts will be something of a washout. £25, Phones4U.co.uk

Sol Republic Relays

Rated by one US magazine as the best sports headphones for sound and comfort, they have a patent-pending in-ear technology that stops them falling out. £59.99, argos.co.uk

PowerBeats by Dr. Dre™ Sport

The sporty offering from Dr Dre’s it-brand, these ones have a bendable ear hood with a flexible arm so they fit securely. And they’re sweat-resistant and UV protected too. £119.95,

Skullcandy CHOPS

Earhook headphones divide opinion but these ones are noted for their comfort and sound quality, and they have a usefully long 1.3m cable. £18.55, play.com

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