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cub4bearin

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Just wondering if anyone got any of the cheap alternatives to the official Apple one? I placed order for the Apple one for $99 but seeing the knock offs for 1/4 if the price is tempting. Please share your experience and link if possible. Thank you.

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cub4bearin

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Mar 20, 2009
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I just received the two cheap trail loops that I ordered from Amazon. They recently dropped the price to 9.99. I can't compare them to the real thing but they are quite nice. The lugs are slightly shiny but lock into place. The colors seem to be identical to the OEM bands. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHYZGCMC?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
I got the grey blue one and sent it back. Colors were washed out and the lugs here way too shiny. The band isn’t as wide as the Apple one. I went to the local Apple Store and got the real deal and I’m happy.
 
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