Anyone try this waterproof mp3 player?

YelloJello · Newbie Joined: 31 Jul 2004 Posts: 43 City: San Jose

iriver mp3 player + waterproof case + waterproof headphones + neckstrap + armband

click link then click waterproof
https://secure3.nexternal.com/shared/StoreFront/default.asp?CS=iriver&BusType=BtoC&Count1=16094386&Count2=933234810

I see that this is better than the liquid tunes because:

higher capacity, much cheaper, has lcd display, AA battery (don't need laptop or usb hub to charge if runs out)

there are 2 iriver models, and 2 different kinds of headphones. wondering if the wrap around the neck headphones would/could cause any damage when taking a hard fall to the head.

also, not sure if the headphone plug is secure (could it detach on a hard fall and water leaks into the input hole?)

any helpful comments please before i blow my money. thanks!

also, there is this oregon scientific, doesn't look as fancy, but maybe someone tried these too? looks like good price as well.

http://www2.oregonscientific.com/shop/browse.asp?cid=4&scid=11

AOliver · Posted: Feb 25, 2006 9:15 am Post subject:

http://forums.wakeboarder.com/viewtopic.php?t=53819&highlight=liquid+tunes+revisited

There are reviews in there I believe.

RufioSwashbuckle · Posted: Feb 25, 2006 11:17 am Post subject:

Looks too bulky. No arm strap. Head phones would fall off. It is way cheaper though thats for sure.

YelloJello · Newbie Joined: 31 Jul 2004 Posts: 43 City: San Jose

Thanks AOliver, I found that postearlier, but didn't notice the Page 2! Guess 4 AM is a little too late to be browsing. Looks like I'm going to pick one up. I'll post a review with pics after I get it.

03Belmont · Wakeboarder.com Freak Joined: 19 Aug 2003 Posts: 4656

Ima get the $139 package asap

ive heard the armband seems to stay on very good.

I cant wait to get mine -- seems like a MUCH better deal than the liquid tunes

Sinkoumn · Posted: Feb 25, 2006 3:33 pm Post subject:

The armband is great, the headphones don't fall off, and it's not that bulky...

GoWakeboard · Posted: Feb 25, 2006 3:34 pm Post subject:

Yeah thats alot cheaper and it has a screen...but as far as the headphones they dont look that great,looks to me like they would fall off. but for the price looks like a good deal!

Maestro · Posted: Feb 25, 2006 9:29 pm Post subject:

So headphones that have behind the ear supports will fall out easier than plain old earbuds? Am I missing something here?

Vampyre · Addict Joined: 12 Oct 2004 Posts: 622 City: Ooltewah, TN

Yeah, iRiver all the way. Took mine swimming, it all works great. Armband is just fine.
03Belmont, you are welcome to check mine out anytime, just call or IM.

GoWakeboard · Posted: Feb 26, 2006 8:29 am Post subject:

Maestro, about the headphones, the Liquid Force MP3 players headphones are like ear pluigs and on that other forum someone said you kinda got to twist them in. Anyone that has the Iriver have any comment on the headphones? lol

Watarski · Posted: Feb 26, 2006 7:25 pm Post subject:

I too am concerned about the headphones. If anyone can post a comparison that would be helpful. I'm also wondering about the weight difference. I know the LF model floats...

Maestro · Posted: Feb 26, 2006 7:38 pm Post subject:

Read the other post. I think all the people who bought the iriver will suggest to go with it over the LF. But hey, if you want to spend the extra money for a lighter player, go for it.