TomW Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 alright guys think im in need of some earplugs!! but want some that enable me to hear important noises? any recommendations? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Cheap yellow foam jobbies are fine and you can get them in huge economy packs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Korben Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 (edited) Either that or get some professionally molded ones done... About £100!! If you use the foam one correctly they work very well.... As sad as it sounds, read the instructions. Edited November 5, 2008 by Korben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin the Bear Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Can't use 'em. Pardon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 I have custom moulded earplugs and they are not as good as they're made out to be.Cheapo foam plugs are better by far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Stick with the cheapo disposables.. might take you a little while to find ones that suit you. When you do buy in bulk, got mine down to 9p a pair... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomW Posted November 5, 2008 Author Share Posted November 5, 2008 thing with the cheapos is they block out too much noise!! i dont like hearing nothing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 (edited) Either that or get some professionally molded ones done... About £100!! If you use the foam one correctly they work very well.... As sad as it sounds, read the instructions. I think I need some of them, not because of bikes but because I is a DJ I think I'm starting to go deaf already! Edited November 5, 2008 by djtdon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 I think I'm starting to go death already!as the old saying says if it dont make your ears bleed it aint rock n rollbut hmm i don;t think ear plugs will cure you of death .....unless you challenge the reaper to a game of hopskotch in the middle of the m4 and get him to wear some so he does not hear the approaching 40 tonne artic ..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Who said death? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest akey Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 try here http://www.diycustomplugs.co.uk they are great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbobeckyj Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 http://www.aearo.com/e-a-r.com/roll_det ... 16-1111001and they're washable, just stick 'em in the washing machine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 do you really need ear plugs? i dont wear any i havent ever worn any. is this a problem or could it be one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoody Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 I have proper custom made ones - they have a filter in them, cuts out nasty noises, but still here what you need to. Had mine 4/5 yrs now - excellent kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 you WILL lose some of your hearing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cossie916 Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 (edited) I've used loads of these things including moulded, professionally fitted and cheapo ones (I have been advised to use them in a professional capacity as the GP I had to see said the wind noise at legal riding speed can halve your hearing levels every 5 years!! ) The best ones I have used by far are the soft (almost dayglow!) green foam ones (I think they are Motrax - but might be wrong!)(My bag of them is at work so I'll advise when I go back next week!)They are great! I know it sounds gross but always wet them (yes by putting them in your mouth - or you could wee on them if prefered!!) before you put them in (better seal and far more comfortable!) Edited November 7, 2008 by cossie916 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 The best ones I have used by far are the soft (almost dayglow!) green foam ones (I think they are Motrax - but might be wrong!) same as the ones i use Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 you WILL lose some of your hearing omg i dident reliase, so i guess i should get some then. how come i have never been told this by instructors and people Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cossie916 Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 No idea but a good point!It should be mentioned during CBT DAS etcThey harp on (quite rightly!) about good quality protective clothing but neglect the bit you will definitely need! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 when you get some and try them you WONT like them but keep using them you WILL get used to them and wont be able to ride without them so much better with them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cossie916 Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 when you get some and try them you WONT like them but keep using them you WILL get used to them and wont be able to ride without them so much better with them Agreed and believe it or not you can hear the bike better as its not drowned by helmet wind flow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 yer it was never mentioned in cbt, oh right ill have to get some then, cool so can you get them from bike shops or can you get them cheap somewhere Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cossie916 Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/60-EAR-PLUGS-MAX- ... 240%3A1318These are the ones Max Lite not Motrax, they are awesome IMO, nothing comes close! At that price I just bought another 60!! LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 do you really need ear plugs? i dont wear any i havent ever worn any. is this a problem or could it be one? Take it from me, because I am now partially deaf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 oh right im glad i found this out, so how long does it take to become affected i not been wearing ear plugs for like 6 months of riding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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