Review: Trekz Titanium Wireless Bone Conduction Headphones by Aftershokz
Written by: Tony Korologos | Monday, May 7th, 2018
Categories: Golf Accessories • Golf For Women • Golf Gear • Reviews
Tags: Trekz
Categories: Golf Accessories • Golf For Women • Golf Gear • Reviews
Tags: Trekz
Disclaimer: Before entering the glamorous world of golf blogging, I spent 25 years owning and operating an audio recording studio. I used to teach recording techniques to audio engineering students, and have deep experience in the physics of audio. And now, back to the golf blogging…
I must say, I have a great looking ear…
Trekz Titanium Wireless Bone Conduction Headphones by Aftershokz
The Trekz concept is very interesting. The ear pieces do not cover the ear or sit in the ear canal like a regular ear bud or headphone. Instead they mount in front of the ear, engaging the cheekbone. The cheekbone serves as a conduit for the sound. Let’s look a list of the features.
- Bone conduction technology allows the user to hear the audio and still hear ambient sound
- Wireless bluetooth technology connects to mobile devices, phones, computers
- “Leakslayer” technology reduces natural sound leakage
- Noise cancelling microphone for speaking into device, talking on the phone etc.
- Six hour battery life
- Moisture resistent
- Equalizer presets
In Action
I’ve spent a few months now using the Trekz Titanium Wireless Bluetooth Bone Conduction Headphones in various situations; working at my desk, evening walks, hitting golf balls on the practice range. They’re quite comfortable. Being able to hear what’s going on around is fantastic. One can be listening to tunes or a book on tape but still be able to hear if the guy in the cubicle next to you is recommending you for a raise. More importantly I’d think joggers and bike riders would benefit from hearing traffic from behind.
In the box…
My normal go-to headphones are old school Sony MDR-7506’s, which are large diaphragm over-the-ear cans. They have a killer sound, especially great bass. I had hoped for the same result from the Trekz, but that’s not the case. The Trekz lack in low end (bass) which was surprising. So if I’m cranking up the tunes, its the Sonys. My primary use for the Trekz has morphed to working on my computer and listening to talk radio. They’re well suited for that, and like I said, I can hear what’s going on around me in the office.
I have not worn the Trekz while playing a round of golf, for two reasons. I don’t listen to music while I’m golfing. Also, I can’t wear my sunglasses with the Trekz on since the Trekz go over the ear and interfere with the glasses.
I really dig the wireless bluetooth capability, which beats the Sonys. The Sonys have an old-school curly cable which knots up and pulls my phone off the desk when I move around. The “lady” inside the headphones lets me know when my battery is running low. There are volume and settings knobs right on the headphones so I can tweak the volume without having to touch the source device.
Critiques
As mentioned, one can’t comfortably wear glasses/sunglasses while wearing the Trekz. I also find the audio quality to be much lower than I’d hoped, but once again, I’m probably more discerning than the average user.
Advantages
The advantages and best selling points are the unique design that lets the user hear an audio program while still being able to hear what’s going on around him, along with the wireless bluetooth capability.
Conclusion
I hope this review has given you a good basis for a possible buying decision. Weigh the advantages and critiques, and my opinion above and cross them with your needs. I’ve found a good place for my “bone conduction headphones,” and they fill a great spot in my electronics lineup.
Happy Cinco de Mayo 2018
Happy Cinco de Mayo to HOG patrons and special shout out to Eat Golf.
First Look: EC-BC Falcon 22 Inch Rolling Duffle
Written by: Tony Korologos | Wednesday, May 2nd, 2018
Categories: Golf Accessories • Golf Gear
Tags: ec-bc • Golf Travel Bag • Travel Blog
Categories: Golf Accessories • Golf Gear
Tags: ec-bc • Golf Travel Bag • Travel Blog
In for review is a terrific looking carry-on bag from ec-bc, the Falcon wheeled duffle bag.
ec-bc Falcon Rolling Duffle Carry-On Bag
This Falcon is a 22-inch rolling duffle bag with a very long handle, lots of pockets, and even came with a portable USB charging unit for mobile devices.
This looks to be a great bag for one of those long weekend golf buddy trips. I’ll be testing out the bag soon. Just need to go on a golf trip now. Stay tuned.
Random Stuff You Find on the Golf Course – Cocktails With Baby Corn Edition
Ah yes. Time for one of my favorite topics here at the #1 blog in golf, “Random Stuff You Find on the Golf Course.” There have been some classics over the years, like porno DVD’s, toothbrushes, dolls, flawless hamburgers…
Today’s find comes from my round yesterday. Check it out.
Found this tragedy on the left side of the 6th fairway, about 237 yards from the tee. Someone obviously spent a lot of time preparing this cocktail with the baby corn and all the fixins. And it’s unfortunate they lost their neat red cup.
What Happened?
I’m curious what happened here? Was it a marital problem? Was there a scuffle? Was there a rules dispute? Someone pick up the wrong ball? Something very serious must have happened to produce such a misfortune.
Rode a GolfBoard For the First Time
Written by: Tony Korologos | Sunday, April 29th, 2018
Categories: Golf • Golf For Women • Miscellaneous
Tags: GolfBoard
Categories: Golf • Golf For Women • Miscellaneous
Tags: GolfBoard
Today I tried out a GolfBoard for the first time. If you haven’t heard of one, they’re motorized one-passenger golf vehicles which the golfer rides like a surf board.
I was a little scared when I tried it at first, especially since my first few tests were on pavement and I didn’t want to face-plant and knock out all of my teeth. But by a few holes in I had the feel of it. To turn the rider leans, just like surfing or skateboarding. More speed makes it easier to turn too, just like powder skiing.
GolfBoard Video
Here’s a first person view video of me driving past my golf buddies to my drive, which was at least 50 yards past them! Hahahaha.
The local municipal course charges $1/hole. I had intended to walk today which would have run $30. But instead I paid $48. While I think it is cool and fun, it isn’t worth another $18 per round. I’m sure resort courses or higher end clubs charge even more. That said, we did get an 18 hole round in on a Saturday in about 3:45. So that’s very cool.
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