Shokz OpenRun Pro 2#
Open-ear bone conduction sport headphones worn during rides. Connected to the iPhone 16 Pro Max via Bluetooth for music, podcasts, and navigation audio. The open-ear design keeps both ears available for ambient sound — traffic, trail, and other riders are always audible.
In the Network#
| Connection | Protocol | Role |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 16 Pro Max | Bluetooth 5.3 (A2DP + HFP) | Audio + calls |
Key Specifications#
| Attribute | Spec |
|---|---|
| Speaker technology | DualPitch™ (bone conduction + air conduction hybrid) |
| Battery life | 12 hours |
| Charge time | ~1 hour |
| Charging port | USB-C |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
| Wireless range | 10 m (32.8 ft) |
| Water resistance | IP55 |
| Weight | ~29 g |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP, HSP, AVRCP |
| MultiPoint pairing | Yes (2 devices simultaneously) |
| Price (CAD) | C$249.99 |
DualPitch™ Technology#
Previous Shokz models used pure bone conduction — vibrations transmitted through cheekbones directly to the cochlea, bypassing the eardrums entirely. The OpenRun Pro 2 adds a second driver:
| Driver | Frequencies | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Bone conduction transducer | Mids + highs | Cheekbone vibration → cochlea |
| Air conduction driver | Bass | Air pressure → eardrum (open canal) |
This hybrid approach addresses the main weakness of pure bone conduction — thin, bass-light audio — while keeping ears open.
Audio Controls#
| Action | Gesture |
|---|---|
| Play / pause | 1× button press |
| Next track | 2× button press |
| Previous track | 3× button press |
| Volume up/down | Side buttons |
| Answer call | 1× button press |
| Reject call | Long press |
| Activate Siri | Long press (configured) |
EQ Modes#
Six preset EQ profiles, switchable via the Shokz app:
| Profile | Character |
|---|---|
| Standard | Balanced |
| Vocal | Boosted mids for speech/podcasts |
| Classic | Warm, mid-forward |
| Bass Boost | Enhanced low end |
| Treble Boost | Clarity / detail |
| Volume Boost | Maximum loudness |
Plus 2 fully customisable EQ profiles via the Shokz app.
Microphone#
| Attribute | Spec |
|---|---|
| Mic type | Dual microphone with AI beam-forming |
| Noise reduction | 96.5% background noise filtered |
| Wind rejection | Yes |
The AI noise reduction is effective at road/trail speeds, making calls intelligible while riding in wind.
Safety Benefits for Cycling#
- Both ear canals remain completely open — no seal, no insertion
- Full ambient awareness at all speeds
- Cheekbone mount keeps the ear canal free for spatial audio cues (approaching vehicles, signals)
- Compatible with most cycling helmets without interference
- IP55 sweat and rain resistance handles all weather riding
MultiPoint Pairing#
The OpenRun Pro 2 can maintain simultaneous Bluetooth connections to two devices — e.g., iPhone 16 Pro Max for music and Apple Watch Ultra 1 for workout audio cues — without needing to re-pair when switching.