EarPLugs

I use the yellow ones that you get in a big bag from bike shops, they're soft, cheap, and throw away so there is none of this cleaning issue. I've done 8hrs+ with them and find them comfier than the industrial type multi coloured ones that I borrow from work when my stash of yellow ones has ran out.

El-cheapo EAR classics for me. 250 pairs from eBay for 12 quid. bargain.

Originally Posted by RhythmJunkie

I find it odd that the helmet manufacturers can't integrate moulded ear muffs into the sides of a helmet without compromising the safety. I mean, how much carefully shaped padding does it take to absorb wind roar? Some expensive helmets like Shoei are remarkably quiet compared with cheaper helmets but why should we have to pay such huge prices just to prevent hearing loss and headaches.

They are supposed to be safety helmets so why not make them safe for your hearing too?? Regulations for this and regulations for that yet nothing for hearing....
You are not allowed to ride with your flip-up flipped up but its ok to permanently damage your hearing!

You or your employer can be fined and/or disciplined in a factory for not wearing ear protection but get on your bike and health & safety don't seem to matter any more! Bluddy hypocrisy!

I have an HJC CL-Max flipper and a Shoei MUltitech flipper with fitted whisper guard etc. Although less than the HJC, there is still appreciable wind noise with the Shoei.

Originally Posted by Tim in Belgium

I use the yellow ones that you get in a big bag from bike shops, they're soft, cheap, and throw away so there is none of this cleaning issue. I've done 8hrs+ with them and find them comfier than the industrial type multi coloured ones that I borrow from work when my stash of yellow ones has ran out.

I've those ones, my cat likes them too:

[dirtydog]

Originally Posted by Steve_God

www.ultimateear.com
Not cheap, but good quality and I would highly recommend them!
I think they could work out cheaper than buying disposables over a long period too!

They're the ones i've got and they're worth every penny!

Originally Posted by dirtydog

They're the ones i've got and they're worth every penny!

got a pair too and the fit you get from them is brilliant, reduce sound by about 30db or something. Very good