This would protect from rain while not driving but wont protect when traveling down the highway. Then I re read it after the others in the series and recommend everyone reads the others in the series. I feel like i would lose it if i had just threw it in a bag or my pocket even. Astro makes such good quality products but with these the sound being subpar at best and the build quality as poor as can possibly be, I would recommend you bypass this headset. They give you the hardware for either installation. The collapsible design really isn?t necessary. The sound is terrific don?t get me wrong and if you want awesome all round B&O sound then you?ll be well impressed. And I don?t generally have sweaty feet (all of my shoes stay fresh and don?t have the foot odor smell). They offer great support and no blisters like hard dress shoes. I personally dont think the mic on the Q30 is quite as good as my Q20, but its definitely good enough that people can hear me and Im no longer getting complaints for my co-workers.