[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] Milkywaye:
I chose the Z1 Compact as I like to run/bike with my phone; not so that I can use things like Strava/RunKeeper/Endomondo etc but becuase I

a. listen to music

b. take calls

c. take photos

d. like my loved ones to track me in case of emergency

e. make calls in case of emergency

etc

So the high spec, waterproofness and size really appealled to me

And I have to say.. it is proving a delight.

I have now finalised my run/bike setup and thought you guys might be interested in the set up.

Photos attached

Run:

Armband: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-Xperia-Z1-Compact-Shocksock/dp/B00HUGVTIE

I have tried various armband cases over the decades (!!) but this one I have for the Z1 Compact is the best to date (and one of the cheapest)

It has a nice amount of stretch, a little key pocket and nice velcro closure that doesn't rub.

I would say though that it is not a tight fit in the armband case (it is NOT custom made for the phone).. but that is fine with me as I can easily slip in and out, it works with my normal case I have for the phone, and is still secure and not had issues on long runs (+20k)

If you want the smallest possible case for the phone then look elsewhere

The screen is responsive enough through the clear screen, but as with all the cases, the power button of the phone is in a bit of an awkward position

Bike:

Handlebar case: http://topeak.com/products/bags/smartphone_drybag_5in_bk2

Why bother with a waterproof case?

Well.. I suppose I didn't really need to, but I wanted something for the handlebars that would protect it in case of a fall a bit more, but wouldn't be too bulky. (also.. I could be on the bike in the rain for upwards of 6hrs.. not sure if the IP rating could handle that!)

The fit is actually perfect: I can just squeese in with the my normal case (Krussel FrostCover) still on. Without the case it is still a nice and snugg fit with no flapping around.

Screen responsive enough through the clear plastic front

The power button is okayish to press on the go

The downside I see with this is that the inbuilt clip on the back means that on bumps it can 'slap' a bit, so I might look at fixing that somehow (the case is good enough that I would want to do that rather than look for another solution)

also, if you wanna take phonts you need to take out of the waterproof case.

Run/Bike:

Headphones: http://www.jaybirdsport.com/bluebuds-x-bluetooth-headphones/

I understand people who say you should not use headphones while running/biking outdoors, but I do like to do it

These bluetooth headphones are the best out there.

Expensive but worth it: can use in the rain, no long cord, answer calls etc.

They have already proven the best sports headphones I have ever bought

The only downside I would say is that the stock earbuds can fall out, so I use comply foam buds (http://www.complyfoam.com/products/S-500/)

That makes the fit perfect and secure (can run for 2hrs without needing to adjust once)

No dropouts.

Hope this is helpful.

I really am in a near perfect place now with my setup.

I first started looking for the ideal set up to run/bike with, in 2002 (using the first phone that I started to run with).. I have finally found it (until the wearable tech means I use something other than a phone in a few years)

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