Since I use my headphones every single day and end up cramming them into the bottom of my bag with an assortment of books, CDs, pens and/or highlighters, I need a durable set. This week has been a difficult one; my Bose snapped at the place where their headband joins the earpiece. It’s happened several times, but now the glue no longer holds since it’s broken in a new, completely unanticipated spot within the same general area. The whole spot is a mess. My old Sennheisers (the HD 477s) just don’t seem comfortable enough anymore. I ordered some Sennheisers (the HD-280s) yesterday in a full-blown, self-gifting frenzy. I like the Grados too, but I just can’t wear them around on the bus or on campus because they let in too much noise. I thought I’d throw this out there to all Stylus readers/writers: does anyone have a pair of headphones that they absolutely love which are durable enough for everyday urban stress?