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iHome Bike to Beach Speaker System for iPod | List Price: $99.99
Discount Price: $39.00
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Brand: iHome
Binding: Electronics
Warranty: 90 days warranty
Features: - Listen to your iPod while biking or at home
- Tough water-resistant protective design with speaker cap
- Universal dock with inserts to fit all docking iPod models
- Reson8 speaker technology for full, rich sound
- Charges iPod when connected to included AC adaptor
Great for the Road [Posted on 2008-02-26]
I purchased my new iHome bike speaker back in January and have taken it out on the road and have found it to be a great form of entertainment while cycling. Not only for me, but for those folks cycling next to me as well. Just load up the iPod, slip it in the speaker, mount the remote control and the included carrying cage and off you go. The remote control is what makes this a dandy. However, the remote control is also what gave me the biggest scare. It's not really the remote, but rather the supplied remote battery that was the one disappointment for me. So be warned, the battery for the remote may be dead on arrival and you may have to get a replacement. Other than that, this speaker has been a great pleasure to ride with.
The best addition to a neighborhood bike ride [Posted on 2008-02-26]
My kids LOVE being able to share their music around the neighborhood with this speaker. The biggest drawback is that they can turn it up TOO loud :) The batteries so far have lasted well, I was surprised at how little of the ipod battery was drained. The remote is a nice feature and the cap for the speaker is a good idea. The biggest problem I foresee is remembering to take the ipod out of the speaker when the kids are done using it. Overall a very useful and fun item!
great bicycling companion [Posted on 2008-04-15]
For a small portable speaker, the sound is better than I expected. I also find the volume range to be substantial enough to make it listenable while riding - adding in wind, road noise, traffic, etc. I do like that my iPod is protected in the cannister, and the remote works beautifully. I wish the remote was smaller and could be clipped onto a shirt or jacket, similar to an iPod Shuffle, rather than the handlebar mount (which I just don't like cluttering up my handlebars). I also would prefer that the main unit fit into a standard water bottle cage, rather than having to attach theirs.
I am using rechargeable batteries to run, and will be curious to see the power lifespan.
When all is said and done, this is a nice way and a safe way to listen to some music or a podcast while riding/commuting - which is my primary mode of transportation. Safer than headphones for sure.
great sound! [Posted on 2008-05-09]
I used this speaker for bike riding and it is awesome! It came with a great bag that we plan to use when we hike or go to the beach. This is a great investment for anyone who has an iPod on the go.
doesn't work with my iPod... [Posted on 2008-06-13]
although it says it works with 4G iPods, it didn't work with mine. My software was up to date and all that. When I hooked it up I could only control volume up or down, nothing else. That being said for newer iPods that it probably works with this is a nice looking product and the sound quality is pretty good as well.
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