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ectospheno

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Sep 19, 2005
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I purchased a series 3 nike with the black/platinum sport loop. My reasoning was that I wanted the ultra violet sports band rather than grey or black so I might as well get the sport loop with the watch to try it out. The nike black/platinum was the only one I liked the look of. Worst case if I hated it was just use the sport band instead.

After a few days I can say I like the sport loop. You can make it as tight or as loose as you want on any part of your arm. I haven't gotten it wet yet so I can't say how annoying that is.
 

chevelleguy3

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Apr 24, 2013
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Mckinney, TX
I have a Series 3 LTE in Space Gray with the Sport Loop. I have had it for a little over a month now and I love it so far. I previously had the original Space Gray Sport. The Sport Loop is definitely more comfortable than the Sport Band for every day use. What I don't like about it is that if it gets wet, it does take a while to dry out.
 

yOyOYoo

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Feb 13, 2005
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I'm a big fan of the sport loop. It's super comfortable. I hardly wear the Apple milanese loop now. At first I was bothered by the thickness of the loop side of the band, but the comfort makes it worth while.
 
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csurfr

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Dec 7, 2016
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I live the sport bands. I have the nike (crimson/black), the white seashell and Apple black. I don't wear the nike crimson (exclusive to the watch I bought) so I will probably sell it bit not because it is not comfortable.

Let me know if you decide to part ways with that Nike loop! That’s one I’d love to have!
 

Starship67

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Oct 28, 2017
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I just picked up the Black and Seashell sport loops yesterday at my local Apple store. I was a little concerned with he hump but its not even noticeable and it seems to flatten a bit as you wear it. I am in love with them so far. They are by far the most comfortable band. Im a sports band freak I have like 17 of them but they are gonna see a lot less wear now with these sport loops in my possession.
 
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Minarets

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Oct 28, 2011
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Can’t decide if i want to try. I don’t ever notice the Nike sport bands that I have. I have the platinum and the all black ones. They are all I need. But kinda want to try the loops
 

Starship67

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Can’t decide if i want to try. I don’t ever notice the Nike sport bands that I have. I have the platinum and the all black ones. They are all I need. But kinda want to try the loops

I wouldn't say I notice the sports bands either, but the loops are just even more comfortable. I tried them on in the store and thats what sold me.
 

Apple_Robert

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Sep 21, 2012
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Can’t decide if i want to try. I don’t ever notice the Nike sport bands that I have. I have the platinum and the all black ones. They are all I need. But kinda want to try the loops
Sport bands have their place (beyond fashion). I like them. However, I find the sport loop (and leather loop) to be more comfortable and less noticeable on the wrist, especially when sleeping. The sport loop also has a greater range of sizing control versus the sport band.
 
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joeob

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Apr 21, 2015
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I would love one. But black and flash all sold out around me and shipping in 3-4 weeks! Managed to get one at an Apple Store a bit further afield.
 

Hooterville

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Sep 24, 2012
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I only have the black which seems to have other colors besides black in it.
 

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Sean006

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Dec 23, 2008
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I only have the black which seems to have other colors besides black in it.

i loved mine till i noticed it was 2 diff colors....ever notice the inside of the band is black...outside is black and grey.

so when you velcro it on your wrist...one side of the watch is grey/black other side of watch is black
 

joeob

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Apr 21, 2015
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Got my black sport loop from Apple in Exeter as they seemed to be the only store in the south of England to have them. And a friend has got me a flash sport loop from Boston, MA after a shipping estimate in the UK of 3-4 weeks. Its very cool.
 

mackie8

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how was it after months of usage?
i cant find the nike black/platinum sport loop.. love that color...

i found this nyloon.... looks like the nike/platinum...
 

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bobbyclobber49

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Sep 22, 2010
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I have the black Apple sport loop and it has replaced my sport band for daily wear. I really like how you can infinitely adjust the band for tightness, whereas with the sports band you have to use one of the existing holes. Highly recommended.
 

FRVES

macrumors member
Mar 29, 2012
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Very comfortable band. Have 3 now in 42mm. Black, Dark Olive, Spicy Orange.
 

DoubleFlyaway

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Nov 16, 2017
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I’ve got crimson/red, orange, pink sand, electric pink, and volt. Because I’m a crazy person.
 

CreamEggBear

macrumors regular
Dec 29, 2016
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Burham
Love my black sport loop. Used daily and wash under warm water a few times a week after running. Still like new!
 
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Daremo

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Jul 3, 2007
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When they first came out, I said "Apple used VELCRO? No way. I want nothing to do with it." and avoided it. 2 days ago, I upgraded my series 1 to a series 3 watch, and I picked up the Sport Loop with it, assuming I'd be swapping it out right away... Wow, was I wrong. I LOVE the sport loop, velcro and all. It's the most comfortable band I've used yet. I'm sold, other than color options I hate most color options. Even the black, it's dark enough for my. I ordered a knock off on Amazon, of dark black, so I'm hoping the quality satisfies me until Apple makes one.
 

YatBob

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Apr 23, 2014
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Louisiana
Hope you are satisfied and let us know how it goes, I wish Apples colors were truer to their description and I agree that the black is not true black, the Amazon knockoff black I purchased is a truer black, just a tad bit narrower than the origanil
 
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