For those that use Hearing Protection

[wcd]

My son has been going out back with me to our range a lot more often. Usually he uses the earmuff style that covers your ears completely. Problem is its been really hot here even in the evening, which makes it kind of uncomfortable to use the over the ear hearing protection. Can someone suggest a good alternative?


Thanks

 

[UNCLE HARLEY]

Wait until winter!

 

[wcd]

Wait until winter!

But it makes the liberal transplants down the road mad when We exercise our 2nd amendment rights.

 

[HubertGummer]

But it makes the liberal transplants down the road mad when We exercise our 2nd amendment rights.

In that case, deal with the heat and shoot twice as much...It'll be worth it.

Look into what Hickok45 on youtube uses.

 

[snorko]

Many types of ear plugs are significantly more effective than muffs. I personally like the rubbery kind with baffles. I have a pair of milsurp that I have used for years. I will wear them under muffs when shooting rifles (10"-12" AKs are LOUD).

http://www.militaryclothing.com/Gen...MpQ2NItx_05QUHBqY1gxoCJYTw_wcB&ad=75080675429

 

[Cameramonkey]

I like the EPs

EarPro Products

Then again, if its temporary, the foam ones are cheap and work well.

 

[derrickgoins]

Never personally used these but I've seen folks run them at outdoor ranges a few times.

Howard Leight Quiet Band Earplugs | DICK'S Sporting Goods

 

[CSK22]

My recommendation is if the over the head deal isn't working, go to an audiologist and purchasing a custom pair of ear plugs(about $60 + appointment fee).

If you are against that then the store bought ear plugs are the last option. The higher the number on the box, the more protection you have. Make sure the end of the plug is flush with the end of the canal, if not you might as well not be wearing them. But needless to say none of the plugs on the market or in a store will completely reduce any damage.

 

[wcd]

My recommendation is if the over the head deal isn't working, go to an audiologist and purchasing a custom pair of ear plugs(about $60 + appointment fee).

If you are against that then the store bought ear plugs are the last option. The higher the number on the box, the more protection you have. Make sure the end of the plug is flush with the end of the canal, if not you might as well not be wearing them. But needless to say none of the plugs on the market or in a store will completely reduce any damage.

Hearing is precious so money would not be an issue. Its for my son and I would rather make sure has the right equipment.

We have a lot of fun shooting together he is starting to enjoy shooting other things than his 22.

 

[Dean C.]

Love my SureFire Sonic Defenders and they are reasonably priced too!

Earpro Sonic Defenders® Plus Earplugs from SureFire

 

[Cerberus]

I've been using cheap foam ear plugs or cheap peltor ear muffs for more years than I can remember. Hearing has stayed constant for 30 years. In fact my wife says I hear too good.

 

[pudly]

If hearing is a priority, then I recommend doubling up. You can use in-ear plugs (foam, fitted, EPs, whatever) plus the headset type. Make the headsets electronic and it can help to cut down noise, but still amplify smaller sounds like speech so that you can still hear instruction/conversation.

Sorry, don't know of any headsets that are cool. The seal required over the ears makes them hold in the air.

If you use foam earplugs, they can be very effective, but many don't know how to use them properly. The following video is well worth the time to save your hearing.
[video=youtube_share;8vHP8K3BsrA]http://youtu.be/8vHP8K3BsrA[/video]

 

[jd4320t]

When I'm just shooting with a couple people I always just use the cheap foam ear plugs from work. I've been using them for years and my hearing hasn't become any worse.

 

[Jeepster48439]

Triple valve rubber earplugs work well for me. Especially when sighting in my rifle.

 

[wcd]

If hearing is a priority, then I recommend doubling up. You can use in-ear plugs (foam, fitted, EPs, whatever) plus the headset type. Make the headsets electronic and it can help to cut down noise, but still amplify smaller sounds like speech so that you can still hear instruction/conversation.

Sorry, don't know of any headsets that are cool. The seal required over the ears makes them hold in the air.

If you use foam earplugs, they can be very effective, but many don't know how to use them properly. The following video is well worth the time to save your hearing.
[video=youtube_share;8vHP8K3BsrA]http://youtu.be/8vHP8K3BsrA[/video]

He doesn't mind the head set style its just a bit warm when it hits 100 degrees.

 

[Six Forty-Two]

If it's just the two of you shooting, take a break once in a while, take them off, dry your ears, then resume. That will keep the neighbors wondering if you are done or not.

 

[bwframe]

DELUXE CLOTH EAR MUFF COVERS | Brownells

 

[jgressley2003]

I mainly use ear muffs, but if I use ear plugs I use ones from work. 3m classic

 

[ckcollins2003]

I like the EPs

EarPro Products

Then again, if its temporary, the foam ones are cheap and work well.

I second/third the Surefire Sonic Defenders. They are much more comfortable than foamies and cheap!

 

[tat2clod]

I have a couple pairs of the fitted models, being a Trap&Skeet guy they seem to fit the bill nicely. If the big bore rifles come out just slip my muffs over them getting double protection.