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Tested: Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Sport Headphones

  • October 22, 2024
  • Ned Morgan
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The wireless, open-ear OpenRun Pro 2 sport headphone uses the latest bone- and air-conduction technology to deliver precise and full-spectrum audio—while also leaving your ears open to your environment. 

We found the OpenRun Pro 2 comfort and wearability superior to in-ear headphones, particularly during high-output activities such as trail running and ski touring.

In-ear headphones come with some problems: they require frequent cleaning, they sometimes fall out, and they can cut you off from the ambient sounds in your environment.

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Shokz and Eliud Kipchoge, widely regarded as one of the greatest marathon runners ever, released a limited edition colorway of new flagship OpenRun Pro 2, offering an unprecedented combination of superior sound quality, comfort and versatility. Photo: Shokz

The OpenRun Pro sound is delivered via Shokz’ DualPitch Technology. This innovation pairs bone conduction for precise mids and highs with a dedicated air conduction speaker to highlight the bass.

Previous bone conduction headphones often produced strong vibrations. DualPitch solves this by assigning low frequencies to the air conduction driver, generating minimal vibrations for less tactile feedback.

And with the Shokz app you can choose from four pre-set EQ modes – Standard, Vocal, Bass Boost, and Treble Boost – designed to optimize your listening across genres. Or you can get even more control with two customizable EQ profiles.

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The sound is powerful without being overpowering. And the dual noise-cancelling microphone delivers crystal audio on both ends during calls.

Plus, a new AI noise reduction algorithm filters out 96.5 per cent of background noise. Strategically placed dual microphones ensure your voice is always heard, even in busy streets. Shokz has engineered and optimized the sound channels for wind-resistance to ensure your voice is loud and clear, even during calls when you’re cycling at speeds up to 25 km/h!

The OpenRun Pro 2 also features advanced sound leakage control. An integrated design, acoustic EQ, and DirectPitch Technology minimize sound leakage from both bone and air conduction units. Decoupled drivers further ensure audio stays private, even in shared spaces.

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Photo: Shokz

And the geometry of the OpenRun Pro 2 holds snug but comfortably around your ears and head without pinching. (Users with long hair will probably want to tie their hair back.) The flexible Ni-Ti memory wire frame is very lightweight and unobtrusive to the point that you will forget you’re wearing it.

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The IP55 rating means the OpenRun Pro can weather dust and moisture so you can lean into your rainy run, sweaty ride or valley-to-peak touring mission.

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While ski touring I turn my music off when I need to pay attention to my descents. The OpenRun Pro is easy to power up or down with one touch, and the 12-hour battery life means you can rely on it for long sessions. And on a multi-day trip you can do a five-minute quick-charge for 2.5 hours of power, which is especially handy if you’re using a power bank and trying to conserve juice.
While ski touring I turn my music off when I need to pay attention to my descents. The OpenRun Pro is easy to power up or down with one touch, and the 12-hour battery life means you can rely on it for long sessions. And on a multi-day trip you can do a five-minute quick-charge for 2.5 hours of power, which is especially handy if you’re using a power bank and trying to conserve juice.
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