Comfort Access & Running Tips...

MAJSlacker · 12-30-2009, 02:10 PM

Question:

What do people do with their fairly large key when running? Do you carry it, or put it somewhere?

For instance - I go to a park or track (or some other place where I don't have access to a locker at the time), and go for a run or other workout. I don't want to carry my key with me while working out, but I also don't want to leave it with the car (as I would have done in the past on a tire or something) since then the car could be easily opened.

Any thoughts or tips?

Cheers!

Chris

reprod · 12-30-2009, 02:19 PM

If you can get a arm band kind of bag you can place it in there. This is what i do or I place it in a pair of shorts/pants with a zip-up pocket.

My last suggestion would be to wear some spandex tights/shorts under your running gear, put your key in a small plastic bag and then put the key in the spandex tights on your leg or something.

All 3 have worked for me since I have comfort access as well.

JayKay335i · 12-30-2009, 02:29 PM

Hand 1 = ipod
Hand 2 = key

DJKhan85 · 12-30-2009, 02:30 PM

zip up pocket

MAJSlacker · 12-30-2009, 02:51 PM

All good suggestions. Let me throw a wrench in the works.

I am in the Army, and, on occasion, do physical training with the unit to which I am assigned. Usually 2-3 times a week. When I do, I must wear the authorized PT uniform.

Summer PT uniform is shorts with no pockets (well, a very small pocket that will hold the flat ID card, and that's about it. Can't carry ipod, and probably ought not carry keys in hand...

Spandex might work, though I don't like to wear spandex. Winter is no problem since the jacket has zip up pockets.

Thanks for advice thus far...

Cheers!

Chris

ElRedOne · 12-30-2009, 03:06 PM

On a lanyard like dog tags? Tied to your shoe?

dsb102 · 12-30-2009, 03:18 PM

I'm also a runner and this is what I do.

I've deliberately arranged my FOB so all my keys are attached to the side with
the removable key.

I then separate the FOB (similar to what you would do when you valet park) and place my keys out of view (glovebox, center console, etc). I retain my FOB (oblong part) place it in my socks, exit the car and and then lock it up (finger on ridges).

My FOB never moves around in my socks,even on long runs. When finished, I return to car, open door, reassemble keys and off I go.

Works for me.

Thanks,
Donna

Tee212 · 12-30-2009, 03:31 PM

3m tape it to your penis

Cosmop · 12-30-2009, 03:36 PM

I run a lot and had the same thoughts. I have my key fob on it's own ring that attaches to the my main ring with all the keys. When I run I just detach the key fob from the main ring and stick it in my pocket. I don't even notice it's there. I run with baggy gym shorts so it might be an issue if you wear tight shorts.

On a side note. What do people here do after working out so you don't get your seats wet with sweat? I have a large beach towel to cover the leather. I cut a hole on one side of the towel to hook over the headrest so the towel won't slide down while I drive. It looks a little getto but I don't give a sh!t, my seats stay clean and dry.

Kylekuu · 12-30-2009, 03:36 PM

Hmm..I was in the navy, our newer pt uniform(should still be the same bright yellow crap now)..anyways the little pocket that your talking about, is where i had my key fob. I'm assuming it's the one thats sorta hidden on the inside of the shorts right? Anyways i don't carry keys with my fob, so i just keep it there. Otherwise, I've seen people stick the ID in the sock, maybe you can put the fob there? Dunno about smell and sweaty fob tho

MAJSlacker · 12-30-2009, 03:50 PM

Cosmop,

For the seats I did purchase the BMW seat covers. They slide on and off pretty easily. That way I can put them on when I need to (on really sweaty/muddy/rainy days).

Good key info. I'll try a few and keep y'all posted!

Cheers!

Chris

Kylekuu · 12-30-2009, 04:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cosmop

I run a lot and had the same thoughts. I have my key fob on it's own ring that attaches to the my main ring with all the keys. When I run I just detach the key fob from the main ring and stick it in my pocket. I don't even notice it's there. I run with baggy gym shorts so it might be an issue if you wear tight shorts.

On a side note. What do people here do after working out so you don't get your seats wet with sweat? I have a large beach towel to cover the leather. I cut a hole on one side of the towel to hook over the headrest so the towel won't slide down while I drive. It looks a little getto but I don't give a sh!t, my seats stay clean and dry.

I usually carry a sweatshirt/hoodie, i put that on the bottom and sit on top, and i don't lean back if im sweaty. But then again, I usually clean my interior + condition my leather weekly so doesn't bother me too much

Javier · 12-30-2009, 04:26 PM

buy running shorts with a hidden pocket inside the waist band. almost made specifically for the bmw fob

Kylekuu · 12-30-2009, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Javier

buy running shorts with a hidden pocket inside the waist band. almost made specifically for the bmw fob

military is really picky about colors and style. They make you buy "official" products that aren't worth the price, but since it's required you don't really have a choice..mine cost like 15-20$ and bad fitting, and style is from like the 80's

LostMarine · 12-30-2009, 05:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MAJSlacker

All good suggestions. Let me throw a wrench in the works.

I am in the Army, and, on occasion, do physical training with the unit to which I am assigned. Usually 2-3 times a week. When I do, I must wear the authorized PT uniform.

Summer PT uniform is shorts with no pockets (well, a very small pocket that will hold the flat ID card, and that's about it. Can't carry ipod, and probably ought not carry keys in hand...

Spandex might work, though I don't like to wear spandex. Winter is no problem since the jacket has zip up pockets.

Thanks for advice thus far...

Cheers!

Chris

Im Army now also, winter is no problem as you said. Summer, im assuming if your on base there's not too much to worry about anyway so i leave mine in the car... im trusting though..

Thunder Dump · 12-31-2009, 12:45 PM

Remove the metal key from the fob, leave the fob in the car and lock the car using the metal key. If I'm not mistaken, the car will not open using the CA feature even though the fob is inside the car. Now you only have to carry the small metal key.

cotmfk · 12-31-2009, 03:35 PM

In the sock idea works for me.

samwoo2go · 12-31-2009, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thunder Dump

Remove the metal key from the fob, leave the fob in the car and lock the car using the metal key. If I'm not mistaken, the car will not open using the CA feature even though the fob is inside the car. Now you only have to carry the small metal key.

then tape the small key to your penis

12-30-2009, 02:10 PM	#1
MAJSlacker Private 5 Rep 55 Posts Drives: 2010 335d (Monaco Blue/Oyster) Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Baltimore, MD iTrader: (0)	Comfort Access & Running Tips... Question: What do people do with their fairly large key when running? Do you carry it, or put it somewhere? For instance - I go to a park or track (or some other place where I don't have access to a locker at the time), and go for a run or other workout. I don't want to carry my key with me while working out, but I also don't want to leave it with the car (as I would have done in the past on a tire or something) since then the car could be easily opened. Any thoughts or tips? Cheers! Chris __________________ ______________________________________ Christopher M. Whelan MAJ, U.S. Army
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reprod Lieutenant Colonel 148 Rep 1,730 Posts Drives: '16 M3 ZCP Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (6)	If you can get a arm band kind of bag you can place it in there. This is what i do or I place it in a pair of shorts/pants with a zip-up pocket. My last suggestion would be to wear some spandex tights/shorts under your running gear, put your key in a small plastic bag and then put the key in the spandex tights on your leg or something. All 3 have worked for me since I have comfort access as well. __________________ '11 Space Grey E92 335xi M-Sport (KWv1 Coils \| Saddle Brown \| Bamboo) (Returned) '14 Mineral Grey F32 335i M-Sport (Dinan DHP \| LED Lights \| Coral Red \| Hexagonal Aluminum) (Returned) '16 Mineral Grey F80 M3 ZCP
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12-30-2009, 02:51 PM	#5
MAJSlacker Private 5 Rep 55 Posts Drives: 2010 335d (Monaco Blue/Oyster) Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Baltimore, MD iTrader: (0)	All good suggestions. Let me throw a wrench in the works. I am in the Army, and, on occasion, do physical training with the unit to which I am assigned. Usually 2-3 times a week. When I do, I must wear the authorized PT uniform. Summer PT uniform is shorts with no pockets (well, a very small pocket that will hold the flat ID card, and that's about it. Can't carry ipod, and probably ought not carry keys in hand... Spandex might work, though I don't like to wear spandex. Winter is no problem since the jacket has zip up pockets. Thanks for advice thus far... Cheers! Chris __________________ ______________________________________ Christopher M. Whelan MAJ, U.S. Army
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dsb102 Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: 330xi Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	CA & Running Tips I'm also a runner and this is what I do. I've deliberately arranged my FOB so all my keys are attached to the side with the removable key. I then separate the FOB (similar to what you would do when you valet park) and place my keys out of view (glovebox, center console, etc). I retain my FOB (oblong part) place it in my socks, exit the car and and then lock it up (finger on ridges). My FOB never moves around in my socks,even on long runs. When finished, I return to car, open door, reassemble keys and off I go. Works for me. Thanks, Donna
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Cosmop Private First Class 40 Rep 141 Posts Drives: 2009 E90 335i Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (0)	I run a lot and had the same thoughts. I have my key fob on it's own ring that attaches to the my main ring with all the keys. When I run I just detach the key fob from the main ring and stick it in my pocket. I don't even notice it's there. I run with baggy gym shorts so it might be an issue if you wear tight shorts. On a side note. What do people here do after working out so you don't get your seats wet with sweat? I have a large beach towel to cover the leather. I cut a hole on one side of the towel to hook over the headrest so the towel won't slide down while I drive. It looks a little getto but I don't give a sh!t, my seats stay clean and dry.
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Kylekuu Captain 30 Rep 679 Posts Drives: 08 328xi, 84 318i Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Kenosha, WI iTrader: (0)	Hmm..I was in the navy, our newer pt uniform(should still be the same bright yellow crap now)..anyways the little pocket that your talking about, is where i had my key fob. I'm assuming it's the one thats sorta hidden on the inside of the shorts right? Anyways i don't carry keys with my fob, so i just keep it there. Otherwise, I've seen people stick the ID in the sock, maybe you can put the fob there? Dunno about smell and sweaty fob tho
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MAJSlacker Private 5 Rep 55 Posts Drives: 2010 335d (Monaco Blue/Oyster) Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Baltimore, MD iTrader: (0)	Cosmop, For the seats I did purchase the BMW seat covers. They slide on and off pretty easily. That way I can put them on when I need to (on really sweaty/muddy/rainy days). Good key info. I'll try a few and keep y'all posted! Cheers! Chris __________________ ______________________________________ Christopher M. Whelan MAJ, U.S. Army
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Javier Major 80 Rep 1,109 Posts Drives: 335i E92 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Puerto Rico iTrader: (0)	buy running shorts with a hidden pocket inside the waist band. almost made specifically for the bmw fob __________________ 2007 328i Crimson Red SOLD 2010 335i MSport AW E92
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Thunder Dump That tickles 11 Rep 457 Posts Drives: '09 328i E93 SGM/CR Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Western MA iTrader: (1)	Remove the metal key from the fob, leave the fob in the car and lock the car using the metal key. If I'm not mistaken, the car will not open using the CA feature even though the fob is inside the car. Now you only have to carry the small metal key.
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cotmfk Major General 2068 Rep 6,139 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Somewhere between DC and FL iTrader: (12)	In the sock idea works for me. __________________ When you say impact instead of affect/effect, you are communicating that you don't understand the difference between the two words, and are too lazy to learn.
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