As I tend to bike and run alone most of the time, I am always carrying my iPod but am always getting the headphone wires caught on my hydration pack or arm and pulling the ear buds from my ears. The answer came in something as simple as the Magneat. The solution is only about the size of a half dollar and gives you something to do with all of that extra wire coming from your MP3 player. I always attach my iPod to my hydration pack d-ring for easy access and by placing the Magneat near by, I am able to wrap the excess around circular piece. It attaches to your clothing via a 2 piece powerful magnetic clip that I have used with everything from shirts to cycling jackets.

According to the company, the Magneat is relatively new to the US market but is currently distributed in retail outlets across Scandinavia, Europe, and Asia. They can be found onlin as well at www.magneat.com. They are available in a variety of solid colors and constantly changing designs. It costs $14.99 for the solid colors and $19.99 for a special design edition (I like the skull).