Question- Do you ride with Earplugs?

[BC14]

How much was the total with fitting + plugs?

Believe it was $110. Pricey, but WELL worth it. They are still in like new shape after, well, thousands of hours of wearing them. I got the "slim line" ones that they design for helmets. Can't even tell I'm wearing them unless you see them from the side. They let you keep the plug forms so that you can get others made(earphones, etc) in the future without needing to do the fitting again. Took about a week to get the silicone ones. They do the "instamold" right there on the spot for a little less money, but they don't hold up as well over time, I'm told. Their shop is right behind Avery brewing, so grab a pint after you're done there

[Ghost]

Believe it was $110. Pricey, but WELL worth it. They are still in like new shape after, well, thousands of hours of wearing them. I got the "slim line" ones that they design for helmets. Can't even tell I'm wearing them unless you see them from the side. They let you keep the plug forms so that you can get others made(earphones, etc) in the future without needing to do the fitting again. Took about a week to get the silicone ones. They do the "instamold" right there on the spot for a little less money, but they don't hold up as well over time, I'm told. There shop is right behind Avery brewing, so grab a pint after you're done there

I tend to ride 6+ hours, and my ears are #@$@% killing me after about an hour, and usually I have to stop after 2 just to take the damn things out for 20-30min.

I think I may just have to pony up the $$ in order to actually enjoy riding again.

Thanks for the info!

[BC14]

I tend to ride 6+ hours, and my ears are #@$@% killing me after about an hour, and usually I have to stop after 2 just to take the damn things out for 20-30min.

I think I may just have to pony up the $$ in order to actually enjoy riding again.

Thanks for the info!

You're welcome, and enjoy pain free saving of your hearing. Believe me, once you go the custom route, you'll be kicking yourself for not doing it years ago. I know I was.

[FZRguy]

I always wear earplugs when riding, cutting the grass, concerts, shooting, anything LOUD. I just get the cheap Hearos foam plugs at Walgreens.

http://www.hearos.com/

[bulldog]

I got mine(http://www.earinc.com/p1-nonelectronic-chameleon.php) from EAR Inc in Boulder a couple years ago. Custom fit, since I have odd shaped canals and the foamies or rubber ones really irritated the hell outta me, and gave me a splitting headache. I can wear the custom silicone ones I have for all day (12+ hours of riding) without any problems. Wish I had gotten them sooner than I did, but oh well.

Nice, I am going to lok into getting a pair too. I assume they just go into your ear easily? That is my biggest issue with the cheap foams ones; they are a pain to get on correctly sometimes and would love some that are easy to put in.

[salsashark]

Nice, I am going to lok into getting a pair too. I assume they just go into your ear easily? That is my biggest issue with the cheap foams ones; they are a pain to get on correctly sometimes and would love some that are easy to put in.

They're definitely worth it. I had a set made last year while at MotoGP. I have the ones with earbuds in them that work with bluetooth headsets.

They're comfortable enough to wear all day... I also use them on airplanes. Work better then any of the noise cancelling head phones I've tried.

[bulldog]

They're definitely worth it. I had a set made last year while at MotoGP. I have the ones with earbuds in them that work with bluetooth headsets.

They're comfortable enough to wear all day... I also use them on airplanes. Work better then any of the noise cancelling head phones I've tried.

They go in easily?

Tired of rolling up the foam ones and hoping it makes a good seal the first time

[salsashark]

Easy? Well that's a matter of opinion.

They only go in one way and it takes a bit of practice, but once you get used to them then yes. The other nice thing is that once their seated, there's not movement or adjustment needed. I found that the foamies sometimes move when you put on your helmet. No movement with the silicon.

[Sean]

Interstate and highways (above 70mph)- earplugs. Just the crappy foam ones.

Around town (mostly under 65)- nothing. I listen to my Sena SMH5 speakers in my helmet.

[Ted]

Always! I just use the orange ones you can buy in the hunting sections of stores...like Walmart.

I'm going to go to Boulder this year to get some awesome custom ones tho...

Where in Boulder ?

I always wear ear plugs... I use the cheap 3M foam orange ones i get from Home Depot. I believe they are rated at 32dB. I don't reuse them because they are less effective after first use, at least in my experience. They work great for me around town. Use them in the canyons too, but i am looking for something better to use in the canyons .

[BC14]

They go in easily?

Tired of rolling up the foam ones and hoping it makes a good seal the first time

Basically rotate them into place and they seat/seal. The guys at the shop give you pointers on getting them in.

[Jmetz]

Wonder if we could get a group discount..

[bulldog]

Wonder if we could get a group discount..

I'd be in for that!

[cdbouncer]

I'd be in for the discount!!!

[Ghosty]

Wonder if we could get a group discount..

+1, I'm already deaf as a 90yr old geezer from two decades of concerts and headphones, no need to make it worse.

[Ghost]

Wonder if we could get a group discount..

I'd join in, I'm thinking the comfort alone would be worth it.

And I like the idea of taking off my helmet and not finding at least one ear plug on the ground every time.

[Jmetz]

I sent them an email, we'll see if they are up for it.

[Ghost]

I sent them an email, we'll see if they are up for it.

Sweet.

[bulldog]

I sent them an email, we'll see if they are up for it.

Thanks Josh. Keep me posted

[aerofaze]

I never considered using earplugs until after my first longer roadtrip 2.5 years ago, which was about 5 hrs in one day. After that experience, I bought a large box of the soft disposable plugs by 3M from Home Depot (same as Ted above - $15 for an 80-pack).

Now, if I know I'll be riding for at least an hour, I use them. They've never bothered me and work well.

[HOTCARCASS]

On the track I used them. Just the crappy cheap ones. I would really get a kick out of a custom set with ear buds in them. I suppose loud music through the buds is probably worse then wind or as bad. My hearing is really damaged from Marshall Stacks and Guns Oh yeah wind. Saying "what" to everybody after they say something is a drag! So to you younger guys take care of the ear holes.

[BC14]

The monitor style custom ones are great since they block out all the noise, and then you have to use very little volume to hear the music.

[BC14]

I sent them an email, we'll see if they are up for it.

I'd be interested in getting a set of the earphone ones, so hopefully they can do a group buy dealio.

[Jmetz]

Negotiations have begun. Hopefully we can get something locked down.