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Best ear plugs NGC
« on: February 09, 2019, 01:25:05 PM »
For those of you who, like me, have trouble with earplugs (narrow ear canals), I recently discovered a product that is easily the best I have tried. While I can get by with cheap foamies, they leave something to be desired in the character of their sound attenuation, which heavily muffles the entire frequency spectrum. So-called “high fidelity” earplugs that transmit the full spectrum at reduced volume are therefore theoretically much better, IF they fit you properly. For me, most don’t. I recently discovered, via a Facebook ad, Ear Peace plugs, which offer a line specifically for motor sports (others for music and occupational settings). They come in two sizes, the smaller of which works perfectly for me, with interchangeable filters. They are easy to fit, provide good attenuation (I use the middle filters) and are extremely comfortable. I have no financial interest in the product, just very pleased with them. About $22. YMMV.

www.earpeace.com




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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #1 on: February 09, 2019, 01:38:30 PM »
Thanks, it cuts down on fatigue to wear plugs.  Like you I've been wearing the foam ones but I appreciate a step up.
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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #2 on: February 09, 2019, 01:43:08 PM »
Good info thanks!
I have found over my years of ridding that wearing ear plugs makes ridding for me more comfortable over a long day in the saddle. I have also found that my MP3 player with good quality earphones work two fold. First as a superior method to listen to music and also as good quality ear plugs when no music is desired. I think my ear ringing not only comes from accidentally shooting prior to installing head sets or plugs but also from occasionally ridding without a helmet in some states, the wind buffering is extremely high decimals !!!!

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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #3 on: February 09, 2019, 01:58:41 PM »
On long trips, I always where ear plugs and yes, the definitely cut down on fatigue. 

Recently, I upgraded to these.  They work very well! - EARGASM EARPLUGS!! :thumb: :cool: :smiley:



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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #4 on: February 09, 2019, 02:01:12 PM »
$24?  I thought I'd try it.
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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #5 on: February 09, 2019, 06:50:16 PM »
Jamming a round, one size fits all earplug into either of my highly personalized ears has never worked for me, just like one size fits all shoes don't work. Audiologist-made personal ones are the only way I can be comfortable.

I suspect that's the reason why many folks have avoided earplugs over the years...?

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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #6 on: February 09, 2019, 07:10:41 PM »
Jamming a round, one size fits all earplug into either of my highly personalized ears has never worked for me, just like one size fits all shoes don't work. Audiologist-made personal ones are the only way I can be comfortable.

I suspect that's the reason why many folks have avoided earplugs over the years...?

Lannis

Yeah butt, I had the Audiologist made ear plugs and they weren't worth a damn for me.  The really downside is now they're constantly sending me junk on getting hearing aids even though the tests showed my hearing was actually quite good --- for my age

I like the surefire EP series.  Sure I had to buy a couple of different sizes to find out which size works for me but it wasn't that big of a deal.  I get the triple baffle ones or with foam.  The nice thing is they have a leash so I lose them less frequently.  I usually buy three at a time.  Even though I clean them every so often they do get harder so I just toss them and take out another pair.  I keep extras on the bike.  The longest I've ridden with them is about 18 hours, taking them out every stop.



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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #7 on: February 09, 2019, 07:22:49 PM »
Years ago , I had custom plugs made by an audiologist. Can’t say that they really worked all that well. Foam plugs made my ears hurt. Then I tried plugs by Etymotic. Simply superb. Will never use anything else. Good website .
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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #8 on: February 09, 2019, 08:09:59 PM »
For me, the mold-able whitish silicone chunks work best.  I think they are made for swimmers, but they fit the best and give me the quietest ride.
Cheap too, and available at any drugstore. 
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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #9 on: February 09, 2019, 08:22:51 PM »
I've tried a few but always end up with the  laser lites.   Cheap, easy to fit, and I can hear GPS prompts no problem. 
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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #10 on: February 10, 2019, 02:23:48 PM »
I use a Walmart green foam plug in my left ear, and a Mack's silicone plug in the right, because of small canal, and a regular foam won't fit. Works fine in my Schuberth helmet, which "they" say is pretty quiet.

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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #11 on: February 10, 2019, 02:42:08 PM »
WHAT?
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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #12 on: February 11, 2019, 08:32:59 AM »
I've tried a few but always end up with the  laser lites.   Cheap, easy to fit, and I can hear GPS prompts no problem.

Agreed, I always have some of these on me.

https://www.amazon.com/Howard-Leight-Laser-Earplugs-50/dp/B003628ODO/ref=sr_1_18_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1549895279&sr=8-18&keywords=laser+light+ear+plugs

I love the fact that they come in little baggies, so I just toss a couple extra sets in the saddlebags, just in case I lose one somewhere.

That said, these have become my new favorites when plugged into my Cardo.

https://www.amazon.com/MEE-audio-Memory-Headphones-Version/dp/B0038W0K2K/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1549895501&sr=8-2-spons&keywords=mee+m6&psc=1

Little more work to set up, but if I'm riding for more than 10-15 minutes, or have the wife with me, it's great to be able to listen to music or my comms while riding.

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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #13 on: February 11, 2019, 08:54:35 AM »
Westone custom plugs for me. Period. I can't get the crush ones to work at all.

I use the ES49 style with db filters that can be changed from 9,15,25 db full spectrum or use the plastic plug for total blocking.

They let me hear the helmet intercom/music while cutting down the noise significantly. They are costly, but I'm going on 10 years with my pair. Would buy again if I never need to. Injected mold at an audiologist, they ship them in ~2 weeks. The fit, don't fall out, very comfortable.

In a pinch I use the mushroom type by 3M: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/all-3m-products/~/3M-E-A-R-EXPRESS-Pod-Plugs-Earplugs-321-2100-Uncorded-Blue-Grips-Pillow-Pack-400-Pair-Case/?N=5002385+3294780184&rt=rud

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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #14 on: February 11, 2019, 10:37:45 AM »
Yeah butt, I had the Audiologist made ear plugs and they weren't worth a damn for me.  The really downside is now they're constantly sending me junk on getting hearing aids even though the tests showed my hearing was actually quite good --- for my age


When I say "audiologist", I meant to add "one who is not an incompetent scammer, and to whom you can feed back information if the first pair doesn't work."   Hard for me to imagine paying a professional for personal health services, and not having them know how to do it ... ?

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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #15 on: February 11, 2019, 10:41:26 AM »
I'm firmly in the "custom molded plugs" camp, personally.
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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #16 on: February 11, 2019, 11:54:35 AM »
+1 on Ear Peace - I love mine....
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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #17 on: February 13, 2019, 08:22:35 AM »
I cut my foam plugs in half (long-wise) using really good scissors, and finally found my happy spot in the ear plug department. No canal pressure with the right amount of sound DB filtering. I typically go with the higher DB foam ones I can find, then cut those. I've had "musicians ear plugs" made by an ENT, and they caused a lot of pain under the helmet.
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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #18 on: February 13, 2019, 08:33:48 AM »
I also generally used the soft, silicone plugs you can get at CVS. I actually split them in half. But though they used to work well on my Harley, my '74 Eldorado has different frequencies and they don't do as well. So an adjustable set is of interest. I will check them out. Thanks!
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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #19 on: February 13, 2019, 09:12:47 AM »
Here’s a link to an informed article about custom moulded ear plugs called Fit-Ear.

https://goldwingdocs.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=49149

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Re: Best ear plugs NGC
« Reply #20 on: February 13, 2019, 06:34:48 PM »
I've tried a lot of different "off the shelf" ear plugs ... none seemed comfortable for any great distance on the bike.
I've also used cordless "Bluetooth" earbuds to listen to music but they didn't cut down a lot of the high speed wind noise.

Had a set of Acoustic Earplugs made last year. Pricey, but very comfortable.
They work well with my Cardo Helmet Speaker system.

My hearing is noticeable better when I get off the bike after a days riding (less fatigued), I believe that I've stopped any long term hearing damage.


 


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