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pahunkboy -> ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 11:00:46 AM)
Right then. I would like some ear plugs. What do you suggest? Does any place send free samples? The summer is noisey due to fireworks, outdoor radios, kids screaming, and the highway- vehicles, lawn mowers ..... So Ild like some ear plugs for around the house. I wonder what would be best? What works for you?

Raechard -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 11:06:02 AM)
Just the other day I was thinking that having ear plugs in at work would mean I'd get more done. I'm currently asking ear plug suppliers to furnish me with quotes and specifications for their products so that I may make an informed decision. I'll let you know when the ear plug tendering process is complete.

DomAviator -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 11:27:29 AM)
I issue the AO Safety Hi-Visibility muff type http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product2_6970_200326742_200326742 But I also have a box of these hanging in the wall for guests / visitors http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product2_6970_200258974_200258974 As far as free samples go - a whole freaking box of 200 pair is only $20 hardly a budget breaker LOL I wouldnt go writing too many letters requesting a sample of a 10 cent product. ... Edited to add: PS- You can also check this out to find something to complement your community watch vest http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CatDsp?storeId=6970&N=770243 They have pants and jackets too, so you can get a three piece suit look happening.....

HeavansKeeper -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 11:35:39 AM)
I don't mean to plug any company, but this is what you want: http://www.etymotic.com/ephp/er20.aspx The design cools, so it doesn't feel like your ears are stuffed. Low cost Ready-fit NEW BabyBlues for small ear canals Replicates the ear's natural response Sound quality is preserved Speech is clear, not muffled Reduces sound approximately 20 dB at all frequencies (From the site) I've used these and can say they're worth the money, and do all they promise. Its important to note these are not combat ready, and probably not strong enough to put your face in a subwoofer at a local punk rock show that thinks volume makes up for a lack of attendance. Man, I wish I had ear plugs that night.

HeavansKeeper -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 11:36:39 AM)
quote: ORIGINAL: DomAviator I issue the AO Safety Hi-Visibility muff type http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product2_6970_200326742_200326742 But I also have a box of these hanging in the wall for guests / visitors http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product2_6970_200258974_200258974 As far as free samples go - a whole freaking box of 200 pair is only $20 hardly a budget breaker LOL He said around the house, not the airport.

Aileen1968 -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 11:37:07 AM)
What?

DomAviator -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 11:46:01 AM)
quote: ORIGINAL: HeavansKeeper He said around the house, not the airport. I wear them around the house if I am doing something noisy like using a chain saw or my table saw... Hearing protection is hearing protection. The high vis ones are easy to find in the garage as opposed to "where the fuck did I put those...."

HeavansKeeper -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 11:49:03 AM)
Touche.

Raechard -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 12:04:24 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: DomAviator I wear them around the house if I am doing something noisy like using a chain saw or my table saw... Hearing protection is hearing protection. The high vis ones are easy to find in the garage as opposed to "where the fuck did I put those...." Ear plugs are not as good hearing protection as ear muffs due to the fact sound will also enter the hearing canal through the skull around the ears.

DomAviator -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 12:19:23 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: Raechard quote: ORIGINAL: DomAviator I wear them around the house if I am doing something noisy like using a chain saw or my table saw... Hearing protection is hearing protection. The high vis ones are easy to find in the garage as opposed to "where the fuck did I put those...." Ear plugs are not as good hearing protection as ear muffs due to the fact sound will also enter the hearing canal through the skull around the ears. Yes I know, thats why I issue the hi-viz muffs and have the plugs for guests... I personally find the muffs more comfortable as I dont like putting anything in my ear.. (However, in some cases - like if we are running an engine, particularly a jet engine, in the hangar Ill actually put plugs in under the muffs.) The pair I took home is the muff type in my first link....

CruelDesires -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 12:20:21 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: HeavansKeeper Its important to note these are not combat ready, and probably not strong enough to put your face in a subwoofer at a local punk rock show that thinks volume makes up for a lack of attendance. Man, I wish I had ear plugs that night. In situations like that, field strip a ciggarette butt and rip it in half and stuff it in the ears. It will save your eardrums from getting damaged. I wouldn't recommend a used butt though. OP> Go to a local gun store or Wally world. They sell the low cost plugs pretty cheap. If you are looking for a nicer pair, I would also recommend the same type of muffs that DA posted. My pair are old aircraft carrier muffs and I could be standing next to a thousand screaming subbies and fall alseep without a problem. [:D] CD

HeavansKeeper -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 12:20:52 PM)
Raechard, You're right about the protection, but any headphones that put enough pressure on my head to block any real amount of sound give me a throbbing headache after a few hours. I can HEAR my heartbeat in my head. For what DA was describing, I'd go big on the ear protection as saying "Sorry Honey, what?" too many times can lead to damaged testicles.

farglebargle -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 1:34:29 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: HeavansKeeper I don't mean to plug any company, but this is what you want: http://www.etymotic.com/ephp/er20.aspx The design cools, so it doesn't feel like your ears are stuffed. Low cost Ready-fit NEW BabyBlues for small ear canals Replicates the ear's natural response Sound quality is preserved Speech is clear, not muffled Reduces sound approximately 20 dB at all frequencies (From the site) I've used these and can say they're worth the money, and do all they promise. Its important to note these are not combat ready, and probably not strong enough to put your face in a subwoofer at a local punk rock show that thinks volume makes up for a lack of attendance. Man, I wish I had ear plugs that night. Second the ER-20's. It's what Wife#1 uses. ( I have a set of custom fitted earmolds with -15dB filters in, myself, but for me they're a professional expense, so I don't expect everyone to spend 150$ at the audiologist... )

thishereboi -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 1:34:29 PM)
When I used to order ear plugs for the guys in the plant...this is the one they always asked for. http://www.magidglove.com/product.asp?dept_id=223&pf_id=1999 I never used them, but they said they worked the best. They also have some reusable ones on another page.

pahunkboy -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 2:18:42 PM)
Some great replies and I do thank you. Years ago when I worked at a plant, we used a disposable popcorn type- [1984-ish] they werent too functional when they were 1/2 in, 1/2 out. DA, that link with the vests are fairly cheap -if they are the heavier plastic. I was browsing bike accessories, that is intriguing. If I can carry groceries - --and expand uses... which I love telling the oil company that I wont be filling up as often. Sometimes I bike downtown- and it is actually quiter there. lol. At 44 I do look better in the vest- then I do in spandex. ;-0

JulieorSarah -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/5/2008 11:44:08 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: pahunkboy Sometimes I bike downtown- and it is actually quiter there. lol. At 44 I do look better in the vest- then I do in spandex. ;-0 I understand this ... i'm 48, female and ride, definitely no spandex, i wear a vest i bought from a workwear store ... it'd be a good place for teh ear muffs too. (i had to have a hearing test and while i've lost some hearing in one ear canal or drum the sound is picked up through my scull, just below the ear lobe. so yep the muffs are the way to go ... rather than the plugs. good luck!

windchymes -> RE: ear plugs ? (7/7/2008 3:15:17 PM)
I use the ones that look and work like little sponge tubes. You squeeze them, shove them into your ear, and they expand and block out a great deal of the noise. Cheap, too, a package of 20 of them ( I think ) is about three bucks.

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