Now, the replacement is fairly easy, and replacement ear pads are pretty cheap, but at this price point I shouldnt be having to make repairs. Were brilliant for short time been washed couple times now though. Der Surround effekt funktioniert richtig gut. Hubby loves them. The sole is good and you can go outside for short walks. I only fault myself for not thinking through the design of this as there isnt really much to it. Unlike the Tayogo Force, the Tayogo S2 is NOT designed for use under water. Theres a little metal loop on the speaker meant to hook a carabiner onto, but this little metal loop prevents the speaker from seating in the cage flat and secure. The finale is well worth waiting for. Nike have made the mid-foot area of their trainers narrower over recent years and i cant wear most of their premium trainers now unfortunately but these are a pinch wider in thus area and therefore manageable.