Not nearly enough cotton on ends. The only issue I could find with it is the tightener nearest the microphone. There was a plasticky taste the first couple of times I used it. I have it just a few hours so far. Other brands would say "AND MORE. 20 years from now when youre still wearing them you will be glad you did. I had expected to be able to use the bench for hamstring lifts but I have not been able to figure out a way to make it work do to the awkward configuration of the leg-attachment. 2- microphone position: I wish the microphone was a little bit farther from the earbud so I could use it better in a motorcycle helmet. If this company ever makes an aerodynamic version I will definitely buy it as an upgrade. I can already tell that it will be too short to provide decent splatter cover from the front wheel.