Road ID Elite

[Catrin]

Does anyone have the Road ID Elite?

I have the regular interactive version in purple, but I have sensitive skin and it bothers my wrist a little. I want to stick with a wrist id - so wondered if anyone used it. I am unsure what "fashionable rubberized compound" actually is, so if anyone with sensitive skin has anything to report on it I would appreciate it. If it causes problems in other ways than the regular id, then there is no reason to switch.

Thanks!

[MartianDestiny]

No help from me other than potentially calling them. I get the impression that they have pretty darn good customer service and would be happy to talk with you.

My *guess* is the band is the same "rubbery" band that is used in sport watches, especially since it has a metal watch-type clasp (which may be aggravating for you actually, I hear they fit looser, so the metal rubbing might be an issue?)

I know this will sound a bit odd, but would a smaller "ankle ID" be small enough for your wrist (I know it wouldn't work for me, but my wrists are tiny)? That would give you a layer of neoprene at least.

[Catrin]

No help from me other than potentially calling them. I get the impression that they have pretty darn good customer service and would be happy to talk with you.

My *guess* is the band is the same "rubbery" band that is used in sport watches, especially since it has a metal watch-type clasp (which may be aggravating for you actually, I hear they fit looser, so the metal rubbing might be an issue?)

I know this will sound a bit odd, but would a smaller "ankle ID" be small enough for your wrist (I know it wouldn't work for me, but my wrists are tiny)? That would give you a layer of neoprene at least.

The version I currently have has no metal touching the skin, the material is some kind of material with a texture/woven. My skin doesn't seem to like the texture though my wrist might get used to it.

My skin is very sensitive to lots of different things, dust, metal, certain types of cloth, etc. It is a good idea to call them, I am just trying to decide if it will make a difference to spend another $30 on another band. I like my Road ID, just trying to decide if the rubbery version would cause a rash once I get out there in the sun and heat.

[MartianDestiny]

The rubbery version (Elite) has a metal clasp (sorry if I wasn't being clear. I might need some caffeine this morning ) Sounds like it might not be a good solution if metal is a known irritant.

[Serotta Jim]

Their office is in the next office park over from where I work. Their story is a great one - 2 guys who have a great idea, bring it to market and back it up with great customer service. They support local cycling teams & groups. Good Company!

[Catrin]

The rubbery version (Elite) has a metal clasp (sorry if I wasn't being clear. I might need some caffeine this morning ) Sounds like it might not be a good solution if metal is a known irritant.

Ahhh, now I get it, thanks. Yeah, most metals are a for problem me short of titanium and I somehow doubt that they use that in the clasps

Their office is in the next office park over from where I work. Their story is a great one - 2 guys who have a great idea, bring it to market and back it up with great customer service. They support local cycling teams & groups. Good Company!

This is good to know, I am just going to call them. It may be that my skin will adjust to the material with more wear, and it isn't causing an active problem as of yet.

[Catrin]

..I have the regular interactive version in purple, but I have sensitive skin and it bothers my wrist a little. I want to stick with a wrist id - so wondered if anyone used it. I am unsure what "fashionable rubberized compound" actually is, so if anyone with sensitive skin has anything to report on it I would appreciate it. If it causes problems in other ways than the regular id, then there is no reason to switch.

Thanks!

I finally got around to calling Road ID to ask them what the "fashionable rubberized compound" actually is for their elite bands.

The woman I spoke with didn't have the exact list of ingredients, but basically it is rubber, silicone, and NO latex. This is kind of what I figured, but it seemed good to check before I get a new one - and Becky was also interested in learning the ingredients.

[loopybunny]

Someone suggested a smaller ankle version to wear on your wrist. The ankle one is foamy unless they've changed it. Pretty comfortable.

Another option would be the ExtremeSportsID which is one of the those little silicone wristbands, but personalized with your info. I noticed George Hincapie wearing one at an event a couple of months ago, but didn't know what it was until this morning.

Personally, the rubber or rubber-like stuff sticks to me and moves around on my wrist/arm and I don't care much for it. They also break.