[Av8r1]

It's well known in the aviation industry that constant exposure to loud noise is a phenomena that causes fatigue.

That's why when I fly my plane, I use a mil-spec active noise reduction (ANR) communication headset.

I still use a first generation Bose that I bought many years ago.

I'd like to see someone develop an ANR system for motorcycle helmets. I'd be very interested in that.

 

[Gas Man]

I can get them by the handfulls at work so I'm not worried...but thanks anyway!

 

[Ace]

I started riding with my MP3 player when I go on longer (2 hour or more) rides. I do not turn them on in town though so I can still hear sirens and other things associated with city riding.

My HJC CL-14 is so much louder than my Shoei that I can barely hear the music if I wear the HJC.

Interesting, I just purchased a CL-14 and noise is about the same as my Shoei RF-800. Chatter box speakers were easily heard at a 5 volume with the HJC.
But I am now a fan of the ear plugs! Best .99 spent at the Dragon.

 

[Need4Speed]

I always ride w/ ear plugs... the difference is staggering when u forget one day and realize just how much wind noise comes thru ur lid when ur riding.

 

[Gas Man]

Yeah, Ace, Rev, and myself were all converted to the darkside of earplugs!

 

[Need4Speed]

Once u go earplugs, u never go back.

 

[jeeps84]

Once u go earplugs, u never go back.

I still pick and chose the days I wear them.

 

[Gas Man]

I still pick and chose the days I wear them.

That's what I'm doing... but I do see myself wearing them more often in the future!

 

[mlkx3]

It makes a huge difference to me, without the wind noise I can concentrate more on the bike noises, and it seems like I pick up on more things such as dumb cagers and stuff.

 

[Gas Man]

Yeah :withstupi

 

[JK_DILLA]

Took Sime's advice and moistened them today. (not with spit) And they get REALLY QUIET. i was suprised for sure. I dont know if i can stand the wet feeling for long though.

 

[Sime]

JK, how did you moisten them? Did you soak them under running water? If so, that would feel pretty uncomfortable. If you did find the bravery and decide to moisten them with a little bit of spit, it will quickly dry up once in your ears, and they won't feel uncomfortable. Anyways, it's only your own spit, and a tiny amount of that. BTW, I'm not suggesting you draw up a phlegmy lugey!!!!! uke:

The reason why they're really quiet now is because they're actually NOW properly doing their job! :wink:

Cheers!

 

[JK_DILLA]

I applied water to the ear plug with my finger. Mabye i put too much, i will try till i find a comfortable amount. Thanks for the tip, the diffrence it incredible. When i tell the guys at work theyll think the heat is getting to me. :cheers:

 

[Sime]

You're welcome.

I'm thinking that the surface tension of the spit must be that it doesn't seep into the plug, rather it sits on top. The water must be penetrating the plug.

Humor me and try the spit technique just once. Roll the plug up first and then put a little bit of spit on there. See how that works.

Interested to know the comparison.

 

[jeeps84]

Took Sime's advice and moistened them today. (not with spit) And they get REALLY QUIET. i was suprised for sure. I dont know if i can stand the wet feeling for long though.

Sounds like a wet Willie. :lol:

 

[JK_DILLA]

Sounds like a wet Willie. :lol:

yup, but i'll take it over the noise fatigue, and hearing loss, at work.

 

[jeeps84]

yup, but i'll take it over the noise fatigue, and hearing loss, at work.

What was that you said? :lol:

 

[JK_DILLA]

What was that you said? :lol:

DAI DILLL TAYYY KITOBER EAR RING OSS FLABBERT ERK!!!!

 

[jeeps84]

DAI DILLL TAYYY KITOBER EAR RING OSS FLABBERT ERK!!!!

Oh OK :lol:

 

[R1up0n1]

DAI DILLL TAYYY KITOBER EAR RING OSS FLABBERT ERK!!!!

Duz dat saay re-tard? :lol: :lol: