+1 on that sample pack.
Ear Plug Advice
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Here's that link the the 40 pack...
Foam Ear Plug Trial Pack: Try 'Em All! (31 Assorted Pairs)
Try all our foam ear plugs easily, and at a big discount. Our Try 'Em All! Foam Ear Plug Trial Pack contains 1 pair each of 31 different disposable foam ear plugs, priced to save you money. Try them all to find which works best for you. All of these ear plugs are available in packages from...
www.earplugstore.com
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Tried lots of different brands and styles. I used to use the foam roll-up earplugs, and they were good.
I've had 2 pairs of "custom-molded" plugs made with mediocre results.
A few years back, the Iron Butt crowd introduced me to Etymotics, designed for musicians and sound engineer-types, and they are extremely comfortable with their 3-flange silicon construction. They are comparable or superior to the Shure e-215s mentioned here earlier.
The model numbers change over the years; I've had one pair of Etymotics ER6 for at least 5 years before one channel went out - I probably yanked it or crimped it. I bought a less-expensive model, around 80 bucks or so on Amazon.
I listen to music or podcasts while riding, so wind noise elimination and sound quality are of primary importance to me... after extended wear comfort, of course.
EDIT: They wear well under a helmet, don't interfere with wearing or un-wearing my Shoei, and a helmet liner makes it even easier. Easy on, easy off. Don't forget to release your helmet retention system first.
I've had 2 pairs of "custom-molded" plugs made with mediocre results.
A few years back, the Iron Butt crowd introduced me to Etymotics, designed for musicians and sound engineer-types, and they are extremely comfortable with their 3-flange silicon construction. They are comparable or superior to the Shure e-215s mentioned here earlier.
The model numbers change over the years; I've had one pair of Etymotics ER6 for at least 5 years before one channel went out - I probably yanked it or crimped it. I bought a less-expensive model, around 80 bucks or so on Amazon.
I listen to music or podcasts while riding, so wind noise elimination and sound quality are of primary importance to me... after extended wear comfort, of course.
EDIT: They wear well under a helmet, don't interfere with wearing or un-wearing my Shoei, and a helmet liner makes it even easier. Easy on, easy off. Don't forget to release your helmet retention system first.
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I'm a Etymotics fan too. They don't last it forever, but they are very good at blocking noise and the music sounds good too. 5 years is about right. I tried the Shure but couldn't get them to stay in while putting on my helmet.
Earpeace. All day. All the time. Silicone. Comfortable. Options for the amount of dBs you want to reduce.
Perfect timing of this thread! Do these have the cord to connect them? I think I prefer them to not be connected.
I definitely would like them to reduce noise an allow me to listen to ipod music. AND I want them to fit flush so I can put on/take off helmet easily.
rwthomas1
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They sell them both ways I think. I have the Bluetooth version. Drastic DB reduction and music. Silicone style may not suit you, or take some getting used to. I wear a skullcap under my helmet. I find it makes a huge difference in keeping the plugs in place when putting the helmet on.
RT
That is what I buy also. use them cutting wood and shooting too.
larryg
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I highly recommend the Etymotics (the current model that is about $65) . They look flimsy, but I've had mine for at about 3 years.
The (included) triple flange tips seal noise better than anything else I've tried.
(These are the only earbuds I can use for podcasts while using my lawnmower, they are so quiet.)
They sit deeply into your ear canal, and don't stick out. I plug them into my Sena SMH-20, and just stuff the excess wire under my shirt.
But to totally prevent snagging your helmet, a thin helmet liner that covers the ears works great.
I also have the SE-215s, which I use with Comply foam tips. Great sound but the noise sealing is not as good as the Etymotics.
For just earplugs, the Hearos (mentioned above) are the best and most comfortable. Your local Walgreens should have them.