Tuesday, August 27, 2019

Product Review: Aftershokz Aeropex

Disclaimer: I received a pair of Aftershokz Aeropex to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews!

Okay did you see the hype that Aftershokz did with the release of Aeropex?? They removed all their pictures from Instagram and teased about the launch of something new. Then they added the email campaign with a countdown for blast off. Finally Aeropex landed on earth in an online store near you.

How could you not get super crazy excited about this release? Well let me tell you, it was well worth the week of teasing.

Aeropex are like nothing that Aftershokz has released before. They are the lightest model ever made and pack a powerful punch. Their battery life is superior to all other models, lasting 8 hours on a full charge. That like four or five days worth of exercise!

They are also fully waterproof thanks to the new charging port, and can play a better quality sound with its enhanced hardware.

Now let's get to the good part, using the Aeropex on a run!

Think of the comfort that you have with all the other models and double or even triple that. The slimmer frame fits better on the ears and doesn't cause any discomfort with over 2 hours of use. You can quote me on that because I have worn them for over two hours getting ready for a run and actually running.

Like the other models they stay snug on your head even with the sweat and movement from running, with no bouncing.

Let's talk sound quality. The one thing that I have been bummed with in the past is when I listen to a song in my car, it never really sounds the same from headphones because they cannot provide the same base as my car's stereo. These have been the closest sounding headphones that I have used. You can really feel the base with each song. However, not to get you worried, we are talking about bone conducting headphones but they have found the perfect balance of sound without making it feel like the music is pounding throughout your head.

If I have to find a downside to them I would say that it is difficult to lay on a pillow with them because they way the back of the band sticks out. But that is true with ever model of Aftershokz, so not a big deal at all. But that means I cannot fall asleep with them, and that makes me sad haha.

So really, what are you waiting for, just go and get them because regret is not something that you will feel from buying them. You will feel it for missing out and so many pleasurable running experiences.

Here is what my other Bibrave Pro friends are saying:

Mark Vanessa Corey


Saturday, August 10, 2019

Exuma Marathon Getaway

Disclaimer: I received free entry to The Bibrave Bahamas Getaway as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!



Okay it's time to get HYPED! Have you ever dreamed of going to the Bahamas? I know I have! Bibrave has partnered with The Grand Isle Resort and Exuma Marathon to bring you the move exclusive and luxurious marathon experience!

In November I will be heading to Exuma, Bahamas for a once in a lifetime weekend! I will arrive on Thursday November 7th to The Grand Isle Resort with a welcome cocktail reception. I'll get a VIP Registration on the property, which most likely means no line and wait (hell yeah!).

Friday and Saturday will be free days to explore the island and enjoy the beach, tropical cocktails, and spending the day with Bibrave Pros Mai and Maria who are also coming to the Bahamas with me! I'm thinking of a shakeout run along the coast followed by some pool time to stretch out and lots of fresh seafood for all my meals! Does it get any better than that? Oh it does because Bibrave HQ will also be joining us!

It will have been just about an entire year since I've met up with Jess and Tim. We were in Austin together last year for The Running Event and now they get to support us as we run this amazing race in the bahamas.

Saturday night we get a pre-race pasta dinner, hello carbs! On race morning we get a shuttle to and from the race so we don't have to worry about navigating a new area. Race entry is included in the package also, so the value just keeps adding up!

Then we get to join the post race celebration and toast to an amazing race and weekend!

Did I mention that breakfast is included every day and they will be giving us a resort credit too? That credit can be used for cocktails and food throughout the resort.

Then Monday morning I will head back home. I'll be on Exuma for a total of four nights which is the perfect amount of time during November to get some sun before being stuck in the New York winter for several months.

I would love if you could join me on this amazing weekend because the #1 best part about running is the community that we have! So the ability to share this with other like minded runner would be priceless!

Keep up on my social channels updates on my training and how I'm getting ready for this amazing racecation!